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Goodwill is assessed at least annually for impairment. 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true true false false 0 0 true false false 9 false false false false 0 0 true false false 10 true true false false 0 0 true false false 11 true true false false 0 0 true false false 12 false false false false 0 0 true false false 13 false false false false 0 0 true false false xbrli:monetaryItemType monetary This element represents the amount of loss recognized for other than temporary impairments of investments in debt and equity securities. 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