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Depreciation and Amortization | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2015
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Depreciation and Amortization | E. DEPRECIATION AND AMORTIZATION Depreciation and amortization expense, including discontinued operations, was $68 million and $85 million for the six months ended June 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively. Depreciation and amortization expense included accelerated depreciation (relating to business rationalization initiatives) of $1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2014.

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