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SPECIAL CHARGES - Acquisition of IPR&D (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions | 1 Months Ended
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May 31, 2016 USD ($) agreement
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract] |
Number of separate agreements entered into to acquire technologies | agreement | 2
Acquisition of IPR&D | $ | $ 34.5

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