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Acquisition (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Business Combinations [Abstract]

Estimated Fair Values of Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed

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		$	428
Property, plant and equipment			246
Intangible assets			916
Goodwill			1,554
Other assets			47
Total assets acquired			3,191
Current liabilities			188
Deferred taxes			505
Other liabilities			120
Total liabilities			813
Cash consideration, net of cash acquired		$	2,378

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