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Fair Value Measurements Unobservable Input (level 3) Reconciliation (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items] |
Net change in contingent acquisition obligations | $ 61.5
Contingent acquisition obligations, additions | 105.8
Contingent acquisition obligations, payments | $ (65.1)

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