Deleted App Store on iMAC!

I purchased my imac October 2010 and unknowingly deleted my App Store. I've updated my software and the App Store icon appeared in my applications; but when I clicked on it "unexpectedly quit". I reported the problem and need some assistance.

Hi,
Drag the original MAS app from the Applications folder to the Trash.
Download and reinstall from here.
http://www.qubesys.com/reinstall-mac-app-store/
Carolyn

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