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The amount of working capital recognized as of the acquisition date.

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Additioanal cash to be used in funding the Pepco Holdings Inc, merger by selling non-core asset

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No authoritative reference available.

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The high-end estimated amount of incremental operating and maintenance expense associated with damage from large individual storm.

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The low-end estimated amount of incremental capital expenditures associated with damage from large individual storm.

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The low-end estimated amount of incremental operating and maintenance expense associated with damage from large individual storm.

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Amount of expenses associated with exit or disposal activities pursuant to an authorized plan. Includes, but is not limited to, one-time termination benefits, termination of an operating lease or other contract, consolidating or closing facilities, and relocating employees, and termination benefits associated with an ongoing benefit arrangement. Excludes expenses associated with special or contractual termination benefits, a discontinued operation or an asset retirement obligation.

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Maximum borrowing capacity under the credit facility without consideration of any current restrictions on the amount that could be borrowed or the amounts currently outstanding under the facility.

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The cash outflow associated with the acquisition of business during the period. The cash portion only of the acquisition price.

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