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Consolidated Statements of Equity (Parenthetical) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2009
Consolidated Statements of Equity |
Purchase of remaining noncontrolling interest (as a percent) | 80.10%

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- Definition The parent entity's interest acquired in the assets of the subsidiary, expressed as a percentage. + References No definition available. + Details
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