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Stock Repurchase Program | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 29, 2013
Stock Repurchase Program | Q. Stock Repurchase Program In November 2010, Teradyne’s board of directors authorized a stock repurchase program for up to $200 million. In the three and nine months ended September 29, 2013 and September 30, 2012, Teradyne did not repurchase any shares. Cumulatively, as of September 29, 2013, Teradyne has repurchased 2.6 million shares of common stock for $31.2 million at an average price of $11.84.

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