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Amount, measured using unobservable inputs, of increase (decrease) in plan assets of defined benefit plan from actual return (loss) on assets sold.

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Fair value of assets that have been segregated and restricted to provide pension or postretirement benefits. Assets include, but are not limited to, stocks, bonds, other investments, earnings from investments, and contributions by the employer and employees.

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Amount, measured using unobservable inputs, of increase (decrease) in plan assets of defined benefit plan from purchases, sales and settlements.

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