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9. EARNINGS PER SHARE (Details Narrative) | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2012 | Sep. 30, 2011
Earnings Per Share Details Narrative |  |
Potentially dilutive weighted-average shares from convertible securities not considered in calculation of diluted shares | 2,800,000 | 3,300,000

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