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Acquisitions - Energy Micro (Details) - Energy Micro $ in Millions | Jul. 01, 2013 USD ($)
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Acquisitions |
Total settlement amount | $ 16.0
Potential maximum contingent consideration that could be paid | $ 26.7

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