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Acquisition (Tables) | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2013
Business Combinations [Abstract] |
Estimated Fair Values of Assets Acquired and Liabilities | The table summarizes the estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the date of acquisition. (in millions):
Current assets, net of cash acquired |  | $ | 446 |
Property, plant and equipment |  |  | 198 |
Intangible assets |  |  | 967 |
Goodwill |  |  | 1,528 |
Other assets |  |  | 37 |
Total assets acquired |  |  | 3,176 |
Current liabilities |  |  | 190 |
Deferred taxes |  |  | 491 |
Other liabilities |  |  | 120 |
Total liabilities |  |  | 801 |
Cash consideration, net of cash acquired |  | $ | 2,375 |

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