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Depreciation and Amortization Expense | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2014
Depreciation and Amortization Expense |
Depreciation and Amortization Expense | D. Depreciation and amortization expense, including discontinued operations, was $43 million and $51 million, including accelerated depreciation (relating to business rationalization initiatives) of $1 million and $4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.

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