Revenue Recognition and Accounts Receivable (Details) (USD $)	Jun. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
Revenue Recognition and Accounts Receivable
Sales allowances, current	$ 808,700,000	$ 751,800,000
Accrued sales allowances and other adjustments	$ 164,818,000	$ 166,997,000

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