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SEVERANCE COSTS | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013
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SEVERANCE COSTS | Q. SEVERANCE COSTS As part of the Company's continuing review of its operations, actions were taken during 2013, 2012 and 2011 to respond to market conditions. The Company recorded charges related to severance and early retirement programs of $20 million, $35 million and $15 million for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. Such charges are principally reflected in the statement of operations in selling, general and administrative expenses and were paid when incurred.

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