v2.4.0.6

Consolidated Statements of Operations (Parenthetical) (USD $) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2011 | Dec. 31, 2010 | Dec. 31, 2009
Interest Income, Nonoperating | $ 2.2 | $ 3.5 | $ 6.3

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