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Acquisition (Tables)

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 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			969
Goodwill			1,538
Other assets			25
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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