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Depreciation and Amortization	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2016
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization [Abstract]
Depreciation and Amortization	DEPRECIATION AND AMORTIZATION Depreciation and amortization expense, including discontinued operations, was $32 million and $34 million for the three months ended March 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.

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