ibm-research/REAL-MM-RAG_FinReport_BEIR · Datasets at Hugging Face

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100	How does IBM plan to shape business models?	What strategy does IBM have for influencing business models?	What strategies is IBM implementing to transform and innovate corporate structures?	What strategic initiatives is IBM undertaking to transform and redefine the way companies operate and generate revenue?	english
101	What technologies will power individual engagement according to IBM?	According to IBM, which technologies are anticipated to drive personal engagement?	According to IBM, which technological advancements are expected to drive personalized interactions?	According to IBM's perspective, which technological advancements are expected to drive personalized interactions and user involvement?	english
102	What were the total past due financing receivables for IBM in 2013?	What was the complete amount of overdue financing receivables for IBM during the year 2013?	What was the overall amount of outstanding financing debts owed to IBM as of 2013?	How much did IBM's outstanding financing debts accumulate to in the year 2013, in terms of total receivables that were past their due date?	english
103	What were the total past due financing receivables for IBM in 2012?	What was the complete amount of overdue financing receivables for IBM during the year 2012?	What was the overall amount of outstanding financing debts owed to IBM as of 2012?	How much did IBM's outstanding financing receivables that were overdue amount to at the end of 2012?	english
104	What was the run rate for cloud 'as a service' in 2013?	What was the run rate for cloud 'as a service' in 2013?	What was the annual growth rate of cloud-based services in the year 2013?	Can you provide the annual growth rate of cloud-based services for the year 2013, specifically in terms of the pace at which they were adopted and utilized?	english
105	How many new markets are planned to be opened by IBM in 2014?	What is the number of markets IBM intends to launch in the year 2014?	What is the number of new markets that IBM intends to launch in the year 2014?	What is the projected number of additional markets that IBM intends to enter during the calendar year 2014?	english
106	What is the percentage increase in IBM's cloud revenue from 2012 to 2013?	By what percentage did IBM's cloud revenue grow from 2012 to 2013?	By how many percent did IBM's cloud revenue grow between 2012 and 2013?	How much did IBM's cloud-based income grow, in terms of percentage, when comparing the fiscal years 2012 and 2013?	english
107	What is the focus of IBM's Enterprise Transformation strategy?	What is the primary objective of IBM's Enterprise Transformation plan?	What key objectives does IBM's Enterprise Transformation approach aim to achieve?	How does IBM's approach to organizational change, as outlined in its Enterprise Transformation initiative, define its key objectives and areas of concentration?	english
108	What are the primary purposes for which IBM's Global Financing provides financing arrangements?	For what main reasons does IBM's Global Financing offer financing structures?	What are the main objectives that IBM's Global Financing aims to achieve through its financing solutions and arrangements?	For what key objectives does IBM's Global Financing division offer customized financial solutions and funding options to its clients?	english
109	What is the main goal of the IBM Watson Group?	What is the primary objective of the IBM Watson Group?	What is the primary objective of the IBM Watson Group's initiatives?	What primary objective drives the mission and activities of the IBM Watson Group organization?	english
110	How much investment has IBM made in Watson technologies?	What is the total investment amount that IBM has allocated towards Watson technologies?	What is the total amount of funding that IBM has allocated to the development of its Watson technologies?	What is the total financial commitment that IBM has dedicated to the development and advancement of its Watson platform and related technologies?	english
111	What were the proceeds from new debt for IBM in 2013?	How much did IBM generate from fresh debt issuance in the year 2013?	How much money did IBM raise from issuing new debt in 2013?	How much money did IBM generate through the issuance of new debt during its 2013 fiscal year?	english
112	What was the total amount of gains or losses recognized in earnings from all derivative instruments in 2013?	Could you provide the overall figure of profits or losses acknowledged in earnings, stemming from all derivative instruments, for the year 2013?	How much did derivative instruments collectively contribute to earnings in 2013, in terms of overall profits or losses?	For the year 2013, what were the aggregate profits or deficits that were acknowledged in the financial statements as a result of the company's utilization of derivative financial instruments?	english
113	What challenges did IBM face in the growth markets according to the financial report?	According to the financial report, what obstacles did IBM encounter in expanding markets?	According to the financial report, what obstacles hindered IBM's expansion in emerging markets?	According to the financial report, which obstacles hindered IBM's expansion in emerging markets?	english
114	What factors contributed to the 0.3 point decrease in IBM's as-reported effective tax rate in 2012?	Which elements led to the 0.3 percentage point reduction in IBM's reported effective tax rate for the year 2012?	Which elements led to the 0.3 percentage point decline in IBM's reported effective tax rate for the year 2012?	Which elements played a role in the reduction of IBM's effective tax rate, as reported, by 0.3 percentage points during the fiscal year of 2012?	english
115	How much did the retirement-related plan cost increase for IBM from 2012 to 2013?	What was the magnitude of the increase in retirement plan costs for IBM between 2012 and 2013?	What was the magnitude of the rise in IBM's retirement-related plan expenses between 2012 and 2013?	What was the magnitude of the year-over-year rise in IBM's expenditures on retirement-related plans between the fiscal years of 2012 and 2013?	english
116	How did the non-operating retirement-related cost change for IBM from 2012 to 2013?	How did IBM's non-operating retirement expenses fluctuate from 2012 to 2013?	What was the year-over-year variation in IBM's non-operating retirement-related expenses between 2012 and 2013?	What was the nature of the shift in IBM's retirement-related expenses, excluding operational costs, over the one-year period spanning 2012 to 2013?	english
117	What are the two compelling sources of value that cloud computing brings to enterprises?	What are the primary sources of significant value that cloud computing offers to businesses?	What key benefits do businesses gain from adopting cloud computing solutions?	In what key ways does the adoption of cloud computing technology deliver significant benefits to organizational operations and bottom line?	english
118	How many partners are involved in the Watson Ecosystem?	What is the count of partners participating in the Watson Ecosystem?	What is the total number of collaborators participating in the Watson Ecosystem?	What is the total number of collaborators that participate within the Watson Ecosystem partnership network?	english
119	What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and how does Watson IoT contribute to it?	Can you explain the concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) and describe Watson IoT's role in it?	Can you explain the concept of the Internet of Things and the role that Watson IoT plays in its development and implementation?	How does IBM's Watson IoT platform enhance and integrate with the concept of interconnected devices and systems known as the Internet of Things, and what fundamental role does it play in this emerging technological landscape?	english
120	What is IBM's investment in Watson since 2011?	How much has IBM allocated towards Watson development since 2011?	How much has IBM invested in the development of Watson technology from 2011 onwards?	How much has IBM committed financially to the development and advancement of its Watson technology platform over the past decade, starting from its inception in 2011?	english
121	What was the allowance for credit losses for IBM at the beginning of 2014?	What was IBM's provision for credit losses at the start of 2014?	At the start of 2014, what amount had IBM set aside to account for potential bad debts and loan losses?	At the start of 2014, how much had IBM set aside in its financial records to account for potential bad debts and loan losses?	english
122	What were the total recorded receivables for impaired loans at IBM in 2015?	What was the overall amount of receivables for impaired loans that IBM registered in 2015?	What was the aggregate amount of impaired loan receivables reported by IBM on its financial statements for the year 2015?	How much did IBM report in aggregate impaired loan receivables on its financial statements for the year ending 2015?	english
123	How many IBM employees were trained in Agile methods?	What is the count of IBM staff members who underwent Agile methodology training?	What is the total number of IBM staff members who have received Agile methodology training?	What is the total number of staff members at IBM who have received instruction in Agile methodologies and practices?	english
124	What percentage of IBM's patents in 2015 were related to cloud, analytics, and cognitive technologies?	In the year 2015, what proportion of IBM's patents pertained to cloud, analytics, and cognitive technologies?	In 2015, what proportion of IBM's total patents focused on innovations in cloud computing, data analytics, and artificial intelligence?	In 2015, what proportion of the total patents held by IBM fell under the categories of cloud computing, data analytics, and artificial intelligence technologies?	english
125	What types of bonds did IBM issue in February 2016?	Which categories of bonds were released by IBM in the month of February 2016?	Which specific debt securities were issued by IBM during the month of February 2016?	In February 2016, which specific debt securities were offered by International Business Machines Corporation?	english
126	What was the impact of the divestiture of the Microelectronics business on IBM's net income in 2015?	How did the divestment of the Microelectronics division affect IBM's net income in the year 2015?	How did the sale of IBM's Microelectronics division affect the company's overall profitability in 2015?	How did IBM's decision to offload its Microelectronics division affect the company's overall profitability, as reflected in its 2015 net income figures?	english
127	What is the significance of the term 'platform' in IBM's strategy?	What role does the term 'platform' play in IBM's strategic approach?	How does the concept of a 'platform' contribute to IBM's overall business approach and goals?	How does the concept of a 'platform' contribute to the overall vision and direction that IBM is pursuing in its strategic planning and development initiatives?	english
128	How much did IBM reduce its tax benefits by in 2015 due to the effects of potential transfer pricing adjustments and other factors?	In what magnitude were IBM's tax benefits diminished in 2015 as a result of possible transfer pricing modifications and additional influencing factors?	What was the extent of the decrease in IBM's tax benefits in 2015, resulting from potential transfer pricing adjustments and various other influencing factors?	What was the extent of the decrease in IBM's tax benefits for the year 2015, resulting from various influences including potential modifications to transfer pricing and additional contributing elements?	english
129	What was the transaction date for the acquisition of the Microelectronics business by GLOBALFOUNDRIES?	On which date did GLOBALFOUNDRIES complete the acquisition of the Microelectronics business?	When did GLOBALFOUNDRIES complete the purchase of the Microelectronics business?	When did GLOBALFOUNDRIES officially take ownership of the Microelectronics division, and what was the specific date of the purchase transaction?	english
130	Which healthcare organizations has IBM Watson Health partnered with?	With which healthcare organizations has IBM Watson Health formed partnerships?	What healthcare providers or institutions have collaborated with IBM Watson Health through partnerships?	What prominent medical institutions and healthcare providers have collaborated with IBM through its Watson Health division?	english
131	Which companies has IBM Watson partnered with to expand client access to data?	With which entities has IBM Watson formed partnerships to broaden client data access?	What organizations have collaborated with IBM Watson to increase customer accessibility to data?	What key collaborations has IBM Watson established to broaden its customers' ability to leverage data resources?	english
132	What is the maximum match contribution employees can receive under the IBM 401(k) Plus Plan?	What is the highest possible employer match that employees are eligible to get under the IBM 401(k) Plus Plan?	What is the highest amount of matching funds that employees are eligible to receive from IBM under the 401(k) Plus Plan?	Under the terms of the IBM 401(k) Plus Plan, what is the highest amount of matching funds that an employee is eligible to receive?	english
133	What was the total gross amount of intangible assets for IBM in 2015?	Could you provide the overall gross value of intangible assets for IBM during the year 2015?	What was the overall value of IBM's non-physical assets, such as patents and copyrights, at the end of 2015?	How much did IBM's overall intangible assets amount to in terms of gross value for the year 2015?	english
134	How many new clients did IBM add to its z Systems business in 2015?	In the year 2015, how many fresh clients were incorporated into IBM's z Systems business?	What was the number of additional customers acquired by IBM's z Systems division during the year 2015?	What was the total number of clients that IBM acquired for its z Systems division during the calendar year 2015?	english
135	What was the estimated fair value of IBM's long-term debt at the end of 2014?	What was the approximated fair value of IBM's long-term debt as of the close of 2014?	As of December 31, 2014, what was the approximate worth of IBM's liabilities that were due beyond one year?	As of December 31, 2014, what approximate valuation was assigned to the long-term debt obligations held by International Business Machines Corporation?	english
136	What are some of the technologies used by Watson for natural language Q&A?	Which technologies does Watson employ for natural language question-answering?	Which technological components enable Watson to process and respond to natural language queries?	In terms of facilitating conversational interactions, which specific technological components does the Watson system leverage to process and respond to queries posed in everyday language?	english
137	How does Watson enable digital applications to understand and learn?	In what way does Watson facilitate digital applications to comprehend and acquire knowledge?	What capabilities does Watson provide to allow digital applications to gain insight and adapt through knowledge acquisition?	What capabilities does Watson provide to facilitate the development of intelligent digital applications that can interpret and adapt to information?	english
138	How does IBM's cognitive technology handle unstructured data?	What approach does IBM's cognitive technology use to manage unstructured data?	What approach does IBM's cognitive technology take to process and analyze data that lacks a predefined format or organization?	What approach does IBM's cognitive system employ to process and make sense of complex, non-standardized information that lacks a predefined format?	english
139	What was the pre-tax gain recognized by IBM in the fourth quarter of 2015 from the SYNNEX transaction?	What was the gain before taxes that IBM acknowledged in the final quarter of 2015 due to the SYNNEX deal?	How much pre-tax profit did IBM record in Q4 2015 as a result of its deal with SYNNEX?	How much pre-tax profit did IBM record in its financial statements for Q4 2015 as a direct result of its business deal with SYNNEX?	english
140	What was the consolidated debt-to-capitalization ratio of IBM at December 31, 2015?	What did IBM's total debt-to-capitalization ratio amount to as of December 31, 2015?	As of December 31, 2015, what proportion of IBM's capital structure consisted of debt relative to its total capitalization?	As of the end of 2015, what proportion of IBM's capital structure was comprised of debt, taking into account both its liabilities and shareholder equity?	english
141	How much investment did IBM shift to strategic imperatives in 2015?	What was the amount of funds IBM allocated to strategic imperatives in the year 2015?	What was the extent of IBM's reallocation of investment towards key strategic priorities in the year 2015?	What was the extent of IBM's reallocation of funds towards key strategic priorities during the year 2015?	english
142	What is the total number of IBM employees at the end of 2015?	How many employees did IBM have by the close of 2015?	How many people were working for IBM as of December 31, 2015?	How many people were working for IBM as of December 31, 2015, in terms of overall workforce size?	english
143	How did IBM's Global Technology Services gross profit change from 2014 to 2015?	What was the variation in IBM's Global Technology Services gross profit between 2014 and 2015?	What was the year-over-year variation in gross profit for IBM's Global Technology Services between 2014 and 2015?	What was the year-over-year variation in gross profit margin for IBM's Global Technology Services division between the fiscal years of 2014 and 2015?	english
144	What was the total backlog for IBM at the end of 2015?	What did IBM's total backlog amount to by the close of 2015?	How much backlog did IBM accumulate by the conclusion of the 2015 fiscal year?	As of December 31, 2015, what was the cumulative value of IBM's outstanding orders and unfulfilled commitments?	english
145	What is the process for billing services performed by IBM before recognizing revenue?	What is the procedure for invoicing services carried out by IBM prior to revenue recognition?	How does IBM handle invoicing for its services prior to recording the associated revenue?	How does IBM's revenue recognition protocol initiate the invoicing procedure for services that have been rendered, and what sequence of events unfolds to facilitate this financial process?	english
146	What was the outcome of the Indiana lawsuit against IBM in 2014?	How did the 2014 lawsuit between Indiana and IBM conclude?	What were the results of the legal action taken by Indiana against IBM that concluded in 2014?	In 2014, what resulted from the legal action the state of Indiana took against the technology corporation IBM?	english
147	What was the outcome of the National Audience Court's decision on IBM Spain's defined contribution plan in 2015?	What was the result of the National Audience Court's ruling on IBM Spain's defined contribution plan back in 2015?	How did the National Audience Court's 2015 ruling impact IBM Spain's defined contribution pension scheme?	In 2015, how did the ruling by the National Audience Court ultimately impact the defined contribution plan that had been implemented by IBM's Spanish division?	english
148	What discount rate is used for IBM's non-U.S. nonpension postretirement benefit plans in 2015?	What was the discount rate applied to IBM's non-U.S. post-retirement benefit plans, excluding pensions, in the year 2015?	At what rate were discounts applied to IBM's international non-pension post-employment benefit obligations in 2015?	For the purpose of valuing its non-U.S. postretirement benefits, excluding pensions, as of 2015, what specific discount rate did IBM apply to these international plans?	english
149	What was the interest expense in the Global Financing segment for 2015?	Could you provide the interest expenditure for the Global Financing segment during 2015?	How much did the Global Financing segment pay in interest expenses during the year 2015?	For the year 2015, how much did the Global Financing segment incur in terms of interest expenses?	english
150	What was the debt-to-equity ratio of IBM at December 31, 2015?	Could you provide the debt-to-equity ratio that IBM had as of December 31, 2015?	As of December 31, 2015, what proportion of IBM's financing came from debt compared to shareholder equity?	As of the close of 2015, what proportion of IBM's capital structure was comprised of debt relative to shareholder equity?	english
151	How much did IBM's Security revenue grow in 2015?	What was the extent of IBM's Security revenue increase in 2015?	What was the percentage increase in IBM's Security division revenue for the year 2015?	What was the percentage increase in IBM's security-related earnings for the year 2015?	english
152	What percentage of IBM's total investment in 2015 was directed towards strategic imperatives?	In the year 2015, what proportion of IBM's overall investment was allocated to strategic imperatives?	How much of IBM's overall investment in 2015 was allocated to key strategic initiatives?	In 2015, how much of IBM's overall investment portfolio was allocated to initiatives considered strategically crucial to the company's growth and development?	english
153	What was the total number of stock options canceled or exercised by IBM employees in 2015?	How many stock options were either canceled or exercised by IBM personnel in the year 2015?	How many stock options were either canceled or utilized by IBM employees throughout the year 2015 in total?	How many stock options were either redeemed or forfeited by employees of IBM throughout the calendar year 2015, in total?	english
154	What is the significance of the Bluemix platform for IBM?	How is the Bluemix platform significant to IBM?" Question: "What are the primary features of the Python programming language?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the main characteristics of the Python programming language?" Question: "What are the key differences between classical and operant conditioning?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the main distinctions between classical and operant conditioning?" Question: "What are the potential risks of using artificial intelligence in healthcare?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the possible dangers of implementing artificial intelligence in healthcare?" Question: "What are the benefits of cloud computing for small businesses?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "How can small businesses benefit from cloud computing?" Question: "What are the challenges of implementing renewable energy sources?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the obstacles in adopting renewable energy sources?" Question: "What are the advantages of using agile methodology in project management?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the benefits of applying agile methodology in project management?" Question: "What are the ethical considerations in genetic engineering?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the moral implications of genetic engineering?" Question: "What are the environmental impacts of deforestation?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the ecological effects of deforestation?" Question: "What are the advantages of using open-source software?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the benefits of utilizing open-source software?	What role does the Bluemix platform play in IBM's overall strategy and operations?	How does the Bluemix platform contribute to IBM's overall strategy and what impact does it have on the company's operations and goals?	english
155	What was the total originations for client financing in 2015?	What was the complete volume of client financing originations in the year 2015?	How much client financing was originated in total during the year 2015?	How much client financing was originated overall during the calendar year 2015?	english
156	What were the primary uses of funds for IBM's Global Financing in 2015?	In the year 2015, what were the main applications of funds for IBM's Global Financing?	How did IBM allocate its financial resources through Global Financing in 2015, and what were the main purposes of these expenditures?	How did IBM allocate its financial resources through its Global Financing division in 2015, and what were the main purposes for which the funds were utilized?	english
157	What was the total originations for commercial financing in 2015?	What was the complete volume of commercial financing originations in the year 2015?	How much commercial financing was originated in total during the year 2015?	How much commercial financing was originated in total during the calendar year 2015?	english
158	What was the bad debt expense for IBM's Global Financing in 2015?	Could you provide the details on the allowance for doubtful accounts, specifically for IBM's Global Financing, in the year 2015?	What amount of uncollectible accounts did IBM's Global Financing report as an expense in its 2015 financial statements?	How much did IBM's Global Financing division report in provisions for uncollectible accounts on its financial statements for the year ending 2015?	english
159	What was the total allowance for credit losses for IBM in 2015?	What was IBM's overall credit loss allowance for the year 2015?	How much did IBM set aside in 2015 to cover potential bad debts and loan losses?	How much did IBM set aside in its 2015 financial reports to account for potential bad debts and loan losses?	english
160	How did the acquisition of The Weather Company impact IBM's software capabilities?	How did the purchase of The Weather Company influence IBM's software abilities?	What effects did IBM's purchase of The Weather Company have on its software portfolio and overall technological prowess?	What significant enhancements were made to IBM's software portfolio as a result of its takeover of The Weather Company?	english
161	What is the expected committed global credit facility for IBM in 2014?	What was the anticipated total of IBM's global credit commitment for the year 2014?	What was the anticipated worldwide credit allocation dedicated to IBM for the year 2014?	In 2014, what was the anticipated amount of credit that IBM had committed to access on a global basis?	english
162	How many current assets were acquired by IBM in 2014?	What was the total number of current assets obtained by IBM during the year 2014?	What was the total number of assets that IBM obtained in the year 2014 that are considered current?	What was the total number of assets that IBM added to its current holdings through acquisitions made during the year 2014?	english
163	What was the impact of changes in the currency exchange system in Venezuela on IBM's financial results?	How did the alterations in Venezuela's currency exchange system affect IBM's financial outcomes?	How did the alterations to Venezuela's foreign exchange regime affect IBM's overall financial performance?	How did fluctuations in Venezuela's foreign exchange regime affect the bottom line of IBM, and what were the resultant financial implications for the company?	english
164	How many security research papers does IBM publish annually?	In a year, what is the number of security research papers published by IBM?	What is the yearly output of security-related research publications by IBM?	What is the yearly output of security-related academic studies and publications released by IBM's research division?	english
165	How many clients does IBM Security serve globally?	In terms of global reach, how widespread is IBM Security's client base? Alternatively, Globally, what is the total number of clients that IBM Security caters to?	What is the total number of global customers supported by IBM Security?	What is the total number of customers worldwide that receive security services from IBM?	english
166	In how many countries does IBM operate with its security services?	How many nations worldwide have IBM's security services in operation?	What is the global reach of IBM's security services in terms of the number of countries where they are available?	What is the global reach of IBM's security offerings in terms of the number of nations where they are actively provided?	english
167	How are IBM's digital learning tools helping college professors manage their workload?	In what ways are IBM's digital learning resources aiding college professors in handling their workload?	In what ways are IBM's digital learning solutions supporting faculty members in streamlining their academic responsibilities and enhancing productivity?	In what ways are digital solutions from IBM supporting faculty members at institutions of higher education in streamlining their administrative tasks and enhancing overall productivity?	english
168	How does IBM's technology help farmers make better decisions about their crops?	In what ways does IBM's technology assist farmers in making improved decisions regarding their crops?	In what ways does IBM's technology support agricultural decision-making and enhance crop management for farmers?	In what ways do the innovative solutions provided by IBM enable agricultural professionals to optimize crop management through more informed decision-making processes?	english
169	What is the role of Watson in assisting farmers with their crops?	How does Watson aid farmers in managing their crops?	How does Watson contribute to supporting agricultural productivity and helping farmers manage their crops effectively?	How does Watson contribute to supporting agricultural productivity by aiding farmers in crop management and optimization?	english
170	How did the S&P Information Technology Index perform in 2015?	What was the performance of the S&P Information Technology Index during 2015?	What were the results of the S&P Information Technology Index for the year 2015?	What were the key performance metrics and trends exhibited by the S&P Information Technology Index during the calendar year 2015?	english
171	How did the total backlog of IBM's services change from 2015 to 2016?	What was the variation in IBM's services backlog from 2015 to 2016?	What was the year-over-year variation in IBM's total services backlog between 2015 and 2016?	What was the year-over-year variation in IBM's total services backlog when comparing the figures from 2016 to those of the preceding year, 2015?	english
172	What was the total backlog of IBM's services at the end of 2016?	What was the complete services backlog of IBM as of the close of 2016?	How much unfinished business did IBM's services division have accumulated by the conclusion of 2016?	As of December 31, 2016, what was the cumulative volume of outstanding service orders that IBM had yet to fulfill?	english
173	How did the total signings of IBM's services change from 2015 to 2016?	What was the variation in IBM's services signings between 2015 and 2016?	What was the year-over-year variation in IBM's total service contracts signed between 2015 and 2016?	What was the year-over-year variation in the aggregate value of service contracts signed by IBM between the end of 2015 and the end of 2016?	english
174	What is the main reason clients love IBM's mainframe?	What is the primary factor that makes clients highly favor IBM's mainframe?	What key factor drives client loyalty to IBM's mainframe systems?	What key factor drives the enduring popularity of IBM's mainframe systems among its customer base?	english
175	What is the difference in the number of RSUs released between 2014 and 2016 for IBM?	What is the disparity in the quantity of RSUs issued by IBM between the years 2014 and 2016?	How did the quantity of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) awarded to IBM employees change from 2014 to 2016?	How did the quantity of Restricted Stock Units awarded to IBM employees fluctuate over the two-year period spanning 2014 to 2016, in terms of the disparity in release volumes between these years?	english
176	What was the total fair value of PSUs granted at target during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2015, and 2016 for IBM?	What was the aggregate fair value of PSUs granted at the target level for IBM during the years concluded on December 31, 2014, 2015, and 2016?	For IBM, what was the aggregate fair market value of Performance Stock Units awarded at target levels for the fiscal years 2014, 2015, and 2016?	For the three-year period concluding on December 31, 2016, what was the aggregate fair market value of Performance Stock Units awarded to IBM at their target levels in 2014, 2015, and 2016?	english
177	How many PSUs were released due to performance adjustments in 2016 for IBM?	In the year 2016, how many Power Supply Units did IBM launch as a result of performance modifications?	What was the number of IBM Performance-Based Separation Units that were implemented in the year 2016?	What was the total number of IBM power supply units that underwent performance-related revisions and were subsequently launched in the year 2016?	english
178	What are the benefits of IBM's integrated supply chain for clients?	What advantages does IBM's unified supply chain offer to its clients?	How do clients profit from IBM's unified logistics and supply chain management system?	How do clients stand to gain from the unified logistics and procurement systems that IBM has put in place across its operations?	english
179	What tool has IBM developed to assist third-grade teachers in the United States?	Which educational instrument has been created by IBM to support third-grade teachers in the U.S.?	Which educational resource has IBM created to support instructors teaching third-grade students in the US?	In the United States, what educational resource has IBM created specifically to support instructors teaching at the third-grade level?	english
180	What educational platform is IBM helping to develop for personalized learning?	Which learning platform is IBM contributing to the creation of for tailored education?	Which customized learning platform is IBM collaborating on to create a tailored educational experience?	In its efforts to enhance tailored education, which online learning system is currently being collaborated on by IBM for development and implementation?	english
181	How is IBM's Watson being used to personalize learning for students?	In what ways is IBM's Watson employed to customize education for students?	In what ways is IBM's Watson technology being utilized to tailor educational experiences to individual students' needs?	What role is IBM's Watson technology playing in the development of tailored educational experiences that cater to the unique needs and abilities of individual learners?	english
182	Which cities besides Beijing have adopted IBM's air quality technologies?	Apart from Beijing, what other cities have implemented IBM's air quality solutions?	What other cities, apart from Beijing, have implemented IBM's solutions for monitoring and improving air quality?	What other urban centers, in addition to the Chinese capital, have implemented IBM's innovative solutions for monitoring and improving air quality?	english
183	What was the consolidated debt-to-capitalization ratio of IBM at the end of 2016?	What did IBM's total debt-to-capitalization ratio amount to by the close of 2016?	How did IBM's total debt compare to its total capital structure as of December 31, 2016, in terms of percentage?	At the close of 2016, how did IBM's total debt compare to its overall capital structure, in terms of a consolidated ratio?	english
184	What was the impact of Watson's analysis on the movie trailer for 'Morgan'?	How did Watson's analysis influence the trailer of the film 'Morgan'?	How did Watson's examination influence the promotional preview for the film 'Morgan'?	How did Watson's examination influence the promotional preview for the film 'Morgan', and what were the resulting effects on its overall presentation?	english
185	What was the average interest rate on IBM's floating-rate debt in 2016?	What was the mean interest rate on IBM's variable-rate debt during the year 2016?	What was the typical rate of interest paid by IBM on its variable-rate borrowings during the year 2016?	In 2016, what percentage rate of interest did IBM typically pay on its variable-rate borrowings?	english
186	How much interest expense did IBM record in 2016 related to its global credit facility?	What was the total interest expense incurred by IBM in 2016 concerning its worldwide credit facility?	What was the total interest expenditure incurred by IBM in 2016 as a result of utilizing its worldwide credit arrangement?	What was the total amount of interest costs that International Business Machines incurred on its worldwide line of credit for the fiscal year 2016?	english
187	How did the Americas region perform for IBM in 2016?	What was IBM's performance in the Americas region during 2016?	What were IBM's results in the Americas region during the year 2016?	What were the key outcomes and financial performances achieved by IBM within the Americas market during the calendar year 2016?	english
188	How did the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region perform for IBM in 2016?	What was IBM's performance in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region during 2016?	What were the key performance outcomes for IBM in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa markets during the year 2016?	What were the key outcomes and financial results for IBM in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa markets during the calendar year 2016?	english
189	How many clients does IBM Watson IoT have as per the 2016 financial report?	According to the 2016 financial report, what is the number of clients associated with IBM Watson IoT?	What is the total number of IBM Watson IoT clients reported in the company's 2016 financial statements?	What was the total number of customers utilizing IBM Watson's Internet of Things services, as disclosed in the company's financial statements for the year 2016?	english
190	What was the change in noncontrolling interests for IBM in 2016?	How did the noncontrolling interests of IBM alter in the year 2016?	How did IBM's noncontrolling interests fluctuate during the year 2016?	How did the stake held by minority shareholders in IBM evolve during the year 2016?	english
191	What was the revenue from Transaction Processing Software in 2015?	Could you provide the revenue figure for Transaction Processing Software as of 2015?	How much income was generated by Transaction Processing Software sales in the year 2015?	In the year 2015, how much income was generated by the sales of software designed to handle transactions?	english
192	What was the total purchase price for the acquisition of Cleversafe, Inc. by IBM?	What was the entire cost incurred by IBM for the acquisition of Cleversafe, Inc.?	How much did IBM pay in total to acquire Cleversafe, Inc.?	How much did IBM pay in total to complete the takeover of Cleversafe, Inc.?	english
193	How does Watson assist radiologists in their work?	In what ways does Watson support and aid radiologists in their professional duties?	In what ways does Watson support and enhance the workflow of radiologists?	In what ways do radiologists benefit from the support and capabilities provided by Watson in their professional responsibilities and daily tasks?	english
194	What is the accuracy rate of Watson in predicting hypoglycemic incidents?	What is the precision level of Watson in forecasting hypoglycemic episodes?	How reliable is Watson at forecasting episodes of low blood sugar, and what percentage of predictions are correct?	To what extent can Watson reliably forecast episodes of low blood sugar, and what is the precision of its predictive capabilities in this regard?	english
195	What is the role of Watson in improving the health system according to the CNYCC?	How does Watson contribute to enhancing the health system, as perceived by the CNYCC?	How does Watson contribute to enhancing healthcare outcomes, as envisioned by the CNYCC?	According to the CNYCC, how does Watson contribute to enhancing the overall healthcare infrastructure and what specific impact does it have on the system's effectiveness?	english
196	What is the significance of the discovery made by the Barrow Neurological Institute researchers using Watson?	What is the importance of the breakthrough achieved by the Barrow Neurological Institute scientists with the help of Watson?	What impact does the breakthrough achieved by researchers at the Barrow Neurological Institute, facilitated by Watson, hold?	How do the findings uncovered by researchers at the Barrow Neurological Institute, facilitated by the utilization of Watson, contribute to the broader understanding of their field and what impact do they have on related studies and applications?	english
197	How many other treasury shares were purchased by IBM in 2014?	What was the total number of treasury shares acquired by IBM during 2014?	What was the total number of additional treasury stocks acquired by IBM during the year 2014?	What was the total number of additional treasury stocks acquired by International Business Machines Corporation during the calendar year 2014?	english
198	What services does IBM offer to help clients assess their risk and compliance against industry guidelines?	How can IBM assist clients in evaluating their risk and compliance in accordance with industry standards?	How does IBM support its clients in evaluating and managing their risk exposure and adherence to regulatory standards across various industries?	How does IBM support its customers in evaluating and managing their regulatory adherence and potential vulnerabilities in relation to established industry standards and best practices?	english
199	What were the primary factors contributing to the decrease in IBM's consolidated other income in 2015?	What were the main elements responsible for the reduction in IBM's combined income from other sources in the year 2015?	What key elements led to the decline in IBM's consolidated other income for the year 2015?	In 2015, which key elements drove the downward trend in IBM's overall non-operating income, and how did they collectively impact the company's financial performance?	english

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How does IBM plan to shape business models?

What strategy does IBM have for influencing business models?

What strategies is IBM implementing to transform and innovate corporate structures?

What strategic initiatives is IBM undertaking to transform and redefine the way companies operate and generate revenue?

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What technologies will power individual engagement according to IBM?

According to IBM, which technologies are anticipated to drive personal engagement?

According to IBM, which technological advancements are expected to drive personalized interactions?

According to IBM's perspective, which technological advancements are expected to drive personalized interactions and user involvement?

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What were the total past due financing receivables for IBM in 2013?

What was the complete amount of overdue financing receivables for IBM during the year 2013?

What was the overall amount of outstanding financing debts owed to IBM as of 2013?

How much did IBM's outstanding financing debts accumulate to in the year 2013, in terms of total receivables that were past their due date?

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What were the total past due financing receivables for IBM in 2012?

What was the complete amount of overdue financing receivables for IBM during the year 2012?

What was the overall amount of outstanding financing debts owed to IBM as of 2012?

How much did IBM's outstanding financing receivables that were overdue amount to at the end of 2012?

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What was the run rate for cloud 'as a service' in 2013?

What was the annual growth rate of cloud-based services in the year 2013?

Can you provide the annual growth rate of cloud-based services for the year 2013, specifically in terms of the pace at which they were adopted and utilized?

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How many new markets are planned to be opened by IBM in 2014?

What is the number of markets IBM intends to launch in the year 2014?

What is the number of new markets that IBM intends to launch in the year 2014?

What is the projected number of additional markets that IBM intends to enter during the calendar year 2014?

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What is the percentage increase in IBM's cloud revenue from 2012 to 2013?

By what percentage did IBM's cloud revenue grow from 2012 to 2013?

By how many percent did IBM's cloud revenue grow between 2012 and 2013?

How much did IBM's cloud-based income grow, in terms of percentage, when comparing the fiscal years 2012 and 2013?

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What is the focus of IBM's Enterprise Transformation strategy?

What is the primary objective of IBM's Enterprise Transformation plan?

What key objectives does IBM's Enterprise Transformation approach aim to achieve?

How does IBM's approach to organizational change, as outlined in its Enterprise Transformation initiative, define its key objectives and areas of concentration?

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What are the primary purposes for which IBM's Global Financing provides financing arrangements?

For what main reasons does IBM's Global Financing offer financing structures?

What are the main objectives that IBM's Global Financing aims to achieve through its financing solutions and arrangements?

For what key objectives does IBM's Global Financing division offer customized financial solutions and funding options to its clients?

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What is the main goal of the IBM Watson Group?

What is the primary objective of the IBM Watson Group?

What is the primary objective of the IBM Watson Group's initiatives?

What primary objective drives the mission and activities of the IBM Watson Group organization?

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How much investment has IBM made in Watson technologies?

What is the total investment amount that IBM has allocated towards Watson technologies?

What is the total amount of funding that IBM has allocated to the development of its Watson technologies?

What is the total financial commitment that IBM has dedicated to the development and advancement of its Watson platform and related technologies?

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What were the proceeds from new debt for IBM in 2013?

How much did IBM generate from fresh debt issuance in the year 2013?

How much money did IBM raise from issuing new debt in 2013?

How much money did IBM generate through the issuance of new debt during its 2013 fiscal year?

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What was the total amount of gains or losses recognized in earnings from all derivative instruments in 2013?

Could you provide the overall figure of profits or losses acknowledged in earnings, stemming from all derivative instruments, for the year 2013?

How much did derivative instruments collectively contribute to earnings in 2013, in terms of overall profits or losses?

For the year 2013, what were the aggregate profits or deficits that were acknowledged in the financial statements as a result of the company's utilization of derivative financial instruments?

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What challenges did IBM face in the growth markets according to the financial report?

According to the financial report, what obstacles did IBM encounter in expanding markets?

According to the financial report, what obstacles hindered IBM's expansion in emerging markets?

According to the financial report, which obstacles hindered IBM's expansion in emerging markets?

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What factors contributed to the 0.3 point decrease in IBM's as-reported effective tax rate in 2012?

Which elements led to the 0.3 percentage point reduction in IBM's reported effective tax rate for the year 2012?

Which elements led to the 0.3 percentage point decline in IBM's reported effective tax rate for the year 2012?

Which elements played a role in the reduction of IBM's effective tax rate, as reported, by 0.3 percentage points during the fiscal year of 2012?

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How much did the retirement-related plan cost increase for IBM from 2012 to 2013?

What was the magnitude of the increase in retirement plan costs for IBM between 2012 and 2013?

What was the magnitude of the rise in IBM's retirement-related plan expenses between 2012 and 2013?

What was the magnitude of the year-over-year rise in IBM's expenditures on retirement-related plans between the fiscal years of 2012 and 2013?

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How did the non-operating retirement-related cost change for IBM from 2012 to 2013?

How did IBM's non-operating retirement expenses fluctuate from 2012 to 2013?

What was the year-over-year variation in IBM's non-operating retirement-related expenses between 2012 and 2013?

What was the nature of the shift in IBM's retirement-related expenses, excluding operational costs, over the one-year period spanning 2012 to 2013?

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What are the two compelling sources of value that cloud computing brings to enterprises?

What are the primary sources of significant value that cloud computing offers to businesses?

What key benefits do businesses gain from adopting cloud computing solutions?

In what key ways does the adoption of cloud computing technology deliver significant benefits to organizational operations and bottom line?

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How many partners are involved in the Watson Ecosystem?

What is the count of partners participating in the Watson Ecosystem?

What is the total number of collaborators participating in the Watson Ecosystem?

What is the total number of collaborators that participate within the Watson Ecosystem partnership network?

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What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and how does Watson IoT contribute to it?

Can you explain the concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) and describe Watson IoT's role in it?

Can you explain the concept of the Internet of Things and the role that Watson IoT plays in its development and implementation?

How does IBM's Watson IoT platform enhance and integrate with the concept of interconnected devices and systems known as the Internet of Things, and what fundamental role does it play in this emerging technological landscape?

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120

What is IBM's investment in Watson since 2011?

How much has IBM allocated towards Watson development since 2011?

How much has IBM invested in the development of Watson technology from 2011 onwards?

How much has IBM committed financially to the development and advancement of its Watson technology platform over the past decade, starting from its inception in 2011?

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What was the allowance for credit losses for IBM at the beginning of 2014?

What was IBM's provision for credit losses at the start of 2014?

At the start of 2014, what amount had IBM set aside to account for potential bad debts and loan losses?

At the start of 2014, how much had IBM set aside in its financial records to account for potential bad debts and loan losses?

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What were the total recorded receivables for impaired loans at IBM in 2015?

What was the overall amount of receivables for impaired loans that IBM registered in 2015?

What was the aggregate amount of impaired loan receivables reported by IBM on its financial statements for the year 2015?

How much did IBM report in aggregate impaired loan receivables on its financial statements for the year ending 2015?

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How many IBM employees were trained in Agile methods?

What is the count of IBM staff members who underwent Agile methodology training?

What is the total number of IBM staff members who have received Agile methodology training?

What is the total number of staff members at IBM who have received instruction in Agile methodologies and practices?

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What percentage of IBM's patents in 2015 were related to cloud, analytics, and cognitive technologies?

In the year 2015, what proportion of IBM's patents pertained to cloud, analytics, and cognitive technologies?

In 2015, what proportion of IBM's total patents focused on innovations in cloud computing, data analytics, and artificial intelligence?

In 2015, what proportion of the total patents held by IBM fell under the categories of cloud computing, data analytics, and artificial intelligence technologies?

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125

What types of bonds did IBM issue in February 2016?

Which categories of bonds were released by IBM in the month of February 2016?

Which specific debt securities were issued by IBM during the month of February 2016?

In February 2016, which specific debt securities were offered by International Business Machines Corporation?

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What was the impact of the divestiture of the Microelectronics business on IBM's net income in 2015?

How did the divestment of the Microelectronics division affect IBM's net income in the year 2015?

How did the sale of IBM's Microelectronics division affect the company's overall profitability in 2015?

How did IBM's decision to offload its Microelectronics division affect the company's overall profitability, as reflected in its 2015 net income figures?

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What is the significance of the term 'platform' in IBM's strategy?

What role does the term 'platform' play in IBM's strategic approach?

How does the concept of a 'platform' contribute to IBM's overall business approach and goals?

How does the concept of a 'platform' contribute to the overall vision and direction that IBM is pursuing in its strategic planning and development initiatives?

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How much did IBM reduce its tax benefits by in 2015 due to the effects of potential transfer pricing adjustments and other factors?

In what magnitude were IBM's tax benefits diminished in 2015 as a result of possible transfer pricing modifications and additional influencing factors?

What was the extent of the decrease in IBM's tax benefits in 2015, resulting from potential transfer pricing adjustments and various other influencing factors?

What was the extent of the decrease in IBM's tax benefits for the year 2015, resulting from various influences including potential modifications to transfer pricing and additional contributing elements?

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What was the transaction date for the acquisition of the Microelectronics business by GLOBALFOUNDRIES?

On which date did GLOBALFOUNDRIES complete the acquisition of the Microelectronics business?

When did GLOBALFOUNDRIES complete the purchase of the Microelectronics business?

When did GLOBALFOUNDRIES officially take ownership of the Microelectronics division, and what was the specific date of the purchase transaction?

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Which healthcare organizations has IBM Watson Health partnered with?

With which healthcare organizations has IBM Watson Health formed partnerships?

What healthcare providers or institutions have collaborated with IBM Watson Health through partnerships?

What prominent medical institutions and healthcare providers have collaborated with IBM through its Watson Health division?

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Which companies has IBM Watson partnered with to expand client access to data?

With which entities has IBM Watson formed partnerships to broaden client data access?

What organizations have collaborated with IBM Watson to increase customer accessibility to data?

What key collaborations has IBM Watson established to broaden its customers' ability to leverage data resources?

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What is the maximum match contribution employees can receive under the IBM 401(k) Plus Plan?

What is the highest possible employer match that employees are eligible to get under the IBM 401(k) Plus Plan?

What is the highest amount of matching funds that employees are eligible to receive from IBM under the 401(k) Plus Plan?

Under the terms of the IBM 401(k) Plus Plan, what is the highest amount of matching funds that an employee is eligible to receive?

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What was the total gross amount of intangible assets for IBM in 2015?

Could you provide the overall gross value of intangible assets for IBM during the year 2015?

What was the overall value of IBM's non-physical assets, such as patents and copyrights, at the end of 2015?

How much did IBM's overall intangible assets amount to in terms of gross value for the year 2015?

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How many new clients did IBM add to its z Systems business in 2015?

In the year 2015, how many fresh clients were incorporated into IBM's z Systems business?

What was the number of additional customers acquired by IBM's z Systems division during the year 2015?

What was the total number of clients that IBM acquired for its z Systems division during the calendar year 2015?

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135

What was the estimated fair value of IBM's long-term debt at the end of 2014?

What was the approximated fair value of IBM's long-term debt as of the close of 2014?

As of December 31, 2014, what was the approximate worth of IBM's liabilities that were due beyond one year?

As of December 31, 2014, what approximate valuation was assigned to the long-term debt obligations held by International Business Machines Corporation?

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What are some of the technologies used by Watson for natural language Q&A?

Which technologies does Watson employ for natural language question-answering?

Which technological components enable Watson to process and respond to natural language queries?

In terms of facilitating conversational interactions, which specific technological components does the Watson system leverage to process and respond to queries posed in everyday language?

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How does Watson enable digital applications to understand and learn?

In what way does Watson facilitate digital applications to comprehend and acquire knowledge?

What capabilities does Watson provide to allow digital applications to gain insight and adapt through knowledge acquisition?

What capabilities does Watson provide to facilitate the development of intelligent digital applications that can interpret and adapt to information?

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138

How does IBM's cognitive technology handle unstructured data?

What approach does IBM's cognitive technology use to manage unstructured data?

What approach does IBM's cognitive technology take to process and analyze data that lacks a predefined format or organization?

What approach does IBM's cognitive system employ to process and make sense of complex, non-standardized information that lacks a predefined format?

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139

What was the pre-tax gain recognized by IBM in the fourth quarter of 2015 from the SYNNEX transaction?

What was the gain before taxes that IBM acknowledged in the final quarter of 2015 due to the SYNNEX deal?

How much pre-tax profit did IBM record in Q4 2015 as a result of its deal with SYNNEX?

How much pre-tax profit did IBM record in its financial statements for Q4 2015 as a direct result of its business deal with SYNNEX?

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What was the consolidated debt-to-capitalization ratio of IBM at December 31, 2015?

What did IBM's total debt-to-capitalization ratio amount to as of December 31, 2015?

As of December 31, 2015, what proportion of IBM's capital structure consisted of debt relative to its total capitalization?

As of the end of 2015, what proportion of IBM's capital structure was comprised of debt, taking into account both its liabilities and shareholder equity?

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How much investment did IBM shift to strategic imperatives in 2015?

What was the amount of funds IBM allocated to strategic imperatives in the year 2015?

What was the extent of IBM's reallocation of investment towards key strategic priorities in the year 2015?

What was the extent of IBM's reallocation of funds towards key strategic priorities during the year 2015?

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What is the total number of IBM employees at the end of 2015?

How many employees did IBM have by the close of 2015?

How many people were working for IBM as of December 31, 2015?

How many people were working for IBM as of December 31, 2015, in terms of overall workforce size?

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How did IBM's Global Technology Services gross profit change from 2014 to 2015?

What was the variation in IBM's Global Technology Services gross profit between 2014 and 2015?

What was the year-over-year variation in gross profit for IBM's Global Technology Services between 2014 and 2015?

What was the year-over-year variation in gross profit margin for IBM's Global Technology Services division between the fiscal years of 2014 and 2015?

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What was the total backlog for IBM at the end of 2015?

What did IBM's total backlog amount to by the close of 2015?

How much backlog did IBM accumulate by the conclusion of the 2015 fiscal year?

As of December 31, 2015, what was the cumulative value of IBM's outstanding orders and unfulfilled commitments?

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What is the process for billing services performed by IBM before recognizing revenue?

What is the procedure for invoicing services carried out by IBM prior to revenue recognition?

How does IBM handle invoicing for its services prior to recording the associated revenue?

How does IBM's revenue recognition protocol initiate the invoicing procedure for services that have been rendered, and what sequence of events unfolds to facilitate this financial process?

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What was the outcome of the Indiana lawsuit against IBM in 2014?

How did the 2014 lawsuit between Indiana and IBM conclude?

What were the results of the legal action taken by Indiana against IBM that concluded in 2014?

In 2014, what resulted from the legal action the state of Indiana took against the technology corporation IBM?

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What was the outcome of the National Audience Court's decision on IBM Spain's defined contribution plan in 2015?

What was the result of the National Audience Court's ruling on IBM Spain's defined contribution plan back in 2015?

How did the National Audience Court's 2015 ruling impact IBM Spain's defined contribution pension scheme?

In 2015, how did the ruling by the National Audience Court ultimately impact the defined contribution plan that had been implemented by IBM's Spanish division?

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What discount rate is used for IBM's non-U.S. nonpension postretirement benefit plans in 2015?

What was the discount rate applied to IBM's non-U.S. post-retirement benefit plans, excluding pensions, in the year 2015?

At what rate were discounts applied to IBM's international non-pension post-employment benefit obligations in 2015?

For the purpose of valuing its non-U.S. postretirement benefits, excluding pensions, as of 2015, what specific discount rate did IBM apply to these international plans?

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What was the interest expense in the Global Financing segment for 2015?

Could you provide the interest expenditure for the Global Financing segment during 2015?

How much did the Global Financing segment pay in interest expenses during the year 2015?

For the year 2015, how much did the Global Financing segment incur in terms of interest expenses?

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150

What was the debt-to-equity ratio of IBM at December 31, 2015?

Could you provide the debt-to-equity ratio that IBM had as of December 31, 2015?

As of December 31, 2015, what proportion of IBM's financing came from debt compared to shareholder equity?

As of the close of 2015, what proportion of IBM's capital structure was comprised of debt relative to shareholder equity?

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How much did IBM's Security revenue grow in 2015?

What was the extent of IBM's Security revenue increase in 2015?

What was the percentage increase in IBM's Security division revenue for the year 2015?

What was the percentage increase in IBM's security-related earnings for the year 2015?

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What percentage of IBM's total investment in 2015 was directed towards strategic imperatives?

In the year 2015, what proportion of IBM's overall investment was allocated to strategic imperatives?

How much of IBM's overall investment in 2015 was allocated to key strategic initiatives?

In 2015, how much of IBM's overall investment portfolio was allocated to initiatives considered strategically crucial to the company's growth and development?

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What was the total number of stock options canceled or exercised by IBM employees in 2015?

How many stock options were either canceled or exercised by IBM personnel in the year 2015?

How many stock options were either canceled or utilized by IBM employees throughout the year 2015 in total?

How many stock options were either redeemed or forfeited by employees of IBM throughout the calendar year 2015, in total?

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What is the significance of the Bluemix platform for IBM?

How is the Bluemix platform significant to IBM?" Question: "What are the primary features of the Python programming language?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the main characteristics of the Python programming language?" Question: "What are the key differences between classical and operant conditioning?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the main distinctions between classical and operant conditioning?" Question: "What are the potential risks of using artificial intelligence in healthcare?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the possible dangers of implementing artificial intelligence in healthcare?" Question: "What are the benefits of cloud computing for small businesses?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "How can small businesses benefit from cloud computing?" Question: "What are the challenges of implementing renewable energy sources?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the obstacles in adopting renewable energy sources?" Question: "What are the advantages of using agile methodology in project management?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the benefits of applying agile methodology in project management?" Question: "What are the ethical considerations in genetic engineering?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the moral implications of genetic engineering?" Question: "What are the environmental impacts of deforestation?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the ecological effects of deforestation?" Question: "What are the advantages of using open-source software?" Write only the Rephrased Question. "What are the benefits of utilizing open-source software?

What role does the Bluemix platform play in IBM's overall strategy and operations?

How does the Bluemix platform contribute to IBM's overall strategy and what impact does it have on the company's operations and goals?

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What was the total originations for client financing in 2015?

What was the complete volume of client financing originations in the year 2015?

How much client financing was originated in total during the year 2015?

How much client financing was originated overall during the calendar year 2015?

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What were the primary uses of funds for IBM's Global Financing in 2015?

In the year 2015, what were the main applications of funds for IBM's Global Financing?

How did IBM allocate its financial resources through Global Financing in 2015, and what were the main purposes of these expenditures?

How did IBM allocate its financial resources through its Global Financing division in 2015, and what were the main purposes for which the funds were utilized?

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What was the total originations for commercial financing in 2015?

What was the complete volume of commercial financing originations in the year 2015?

How much commercial financing was originated in total during the year 2015?

How much commercial financing was originated in total during the calendar year 2015?

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What was the bad debt expense for IBM's Global Financing in 2015?

Could you provide the details on the allowance for doubtful accounts, specifically for IBM's Global Financing, in the year 2015?

What amount of uncollectible accounts did IBM's Global Financing report as an expense in its 2015 financial statements?

How much did IBM's Global Financing division report in provisions for uncollectible accounts on its financial statements for the year ending 2015?

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What was the total allowance for credit losses for IBM in 2015?

What was IBM's overall credit loss allowance for the year 2015?

How much did IBM set aside in 2015 to cover potential bad debts and loan losses?

How much did IBM set aside in its 2015 financial reports to account for potential bad debts and loan losses?

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How did the acquisition of The Weather Company impact IBM's software capabilities?

How did the purchase of The Weather Company influence IBM's software abilities?

What effects did IBM's purchase of The Weather Company have on its software portfolio and overall technological prowess?

What significant enhancements were made to IBM's software portfolio as a result of its takeover of The Weather Company?

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What is the expected committed global credit facility for IBM in 2014?

What was the anticipated total of IBM's global credit commitment for the year 2014?

What was the anticipated worldwide credit allocation dedicated to IBM for the year 2014?

In 2014, what was the anticipated amount of credit that IBM had committed to access on a global basis?

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How many current assets were acquired by IBM in 2014?

What was the total number of current assets obtained by IBM during the year 2014?

What was the total number of assets that IBM obtained in the year 2014 that are considered current?

What was the total number of assets that IBM added to its current holdings through acquisitions made during the year 2014?

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What was the impact of changes in the currency exchange system in Venezuela on IBM's financial results?

How did the alterations in Venezuela's currency exchange system affect IBM's financial outcomes?

How did the alterations to Venezuela's foreign exchange regime affect IBM's overall financial performance?

How did fluctuations in Venezuela's foreign exchange regime affect the bottom line of IBM, and what were the resultant financial implications for the company?

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How many security research papers does IBM publish annually?

In a year, what is the number of security research papers published by IBM?

What is the yearly output of security-related research publications by IBM?

What is the yearly output of security-related academic studies and publications released by IBM's research division?

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How many clients does IBM Security serve globally?

In terms of global reach, how widespread is IBM Security's client base? Alternatively, Globally, what is the total number of clients that IBM Security caters to?

What is the total number of global customers supported by IBM Security?

What is the total number of customers worldwide that receive security services from IBM?

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In how many countries does IBM operate with its security services?

How many nations worldwide have IBM's security services in operation?

What is the global reach of IBM's security services in terms of the number of countries where they are available?

What is the global reach of IBM's security offerings in terms of the number of nations where they are actively provided?

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How are IBM's digital learning tools helping college professors manage their workload?

In what ways are IBM's digital learning resources aiding college professors in handling their workload?

In what ways are IBM's digital learning solutions supporting faculty members in streamlining their academic responsibilities and enhancing productivity?

In what ways are digital solutions from IBM supporting faculty members at institutions of higher education in streamlining their administrative tasks and enhancing overall productivity?

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How does IBM's technology help farmers make better decisions about their crops?

In what ways does IBM's technology assist farmers in making improved decisions regarding their crops?

In what ways does IBM's technology support agricultural decision-making and enhance crop management for farmers?

In what ways do the innovative solutions provided by IBM enable agricultural professionals to optimize crop management through more informed decision-making processes?

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What is the role of Watson in assisting farmers with their crops?

How does Watson aid farmers in managing their crops?

How does Watson contribute to supporting agricultural productivity and helping farmers manage their crops effectively?

How does Watson contribute to supporting agricultural productivity by aiding farmers in crop management and optimization?

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How did the S&P Information Technology Index perform in 2015?

What was the performance of the S&P Information Technology Index during 2015?

What were the results of the S&P Information Technology Index for the year 2015?

What were the key performance metrics and trends exhibited by the S&P Information Technology Index during the calendar year 2015?

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How did the total backlog of IBM's services change from 2015 to 2016?

What was the variation in IBM's services backlog from 2015 to 2016?

What was the year-over-year variation in IBM's total services backlog between 2015 and 2016?

What was the year-over-year variation in IBM's total services backlog when comparing the figures from 2016 to those of the preceding year, 2015?

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What was the total backlog of IBM's services at the end of 2016?

What was the complete services backlog of IBM as of the close of 2016?

How much unfinished business did IBM's services division have accumulated by the conclusion of 2016?

As of December 31, 2016, what was the cumulative volume of outstanding service orders that IBM had yet to fulfill?

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How did the total signings of IBM's services change from 2015 to 2016?

What was the variation in IBM's services signings between 2015 and 2016?

What was the year-over-year variation in IBM's total service contracts signed between 2015 and 2016?

What was the year-over-year variation in the aggregate value of service contracts signed by IBM between the end of 2015 and the end of 2016?

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What is the main reason clients love IBM's mainframe?

What is the primary factor that makes clients highly favor IBM's mainframe?

What key factor drives client loyalty to IBM's mainframe systems?

What key factor drives the enduring popularity of IBM's mainframe systems among its customer base?

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What is the difference in the number of RSUs released between 2014 and 2016 for IBM?

What is the disparity in the quantity of RSUs issued by IBM between the years 2014 and 2016?

How did the quantity of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) awarded to IBM employees change from 2014 to 2016?

How did the quantity of Restricted Stock Units awarded to IBM employees fluctuate over the two-year period spanning 2014 to 2016, in terms of the disparity in release volumes between these years?

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What was the total fair value of PSUs granted at target during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2015, and 2016 for IBM?

What was the aggregate fair value of PSUs granted at the target level for IBM during the years concluded on December 31, 2014, 2015, and 2016?

For IBM, what was the aggregate fair market value of Performance Stock Units awarded at target levels for the fiscal years 2014, 2015, and 2016?

For the three-year period concluding on December 31, 2016, what was the aggregate fair market value of Performance Stock Units awarded to IBM at their target levels in 2014, 2015, and 2016?

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How many PSUs were released due to performance adjustments in 2016 for IBM?

In the year 2016, how many Power Supply Units did IBM launch as a result of performance modifications?

What was the number of IBM Performance-Based Separation Units that were implemented in the year 2016?

What was the total number of IBM power supply units that underwent performance-related revisions and were subsequently launched in the year 2016?

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What are the benefits of IBM's integrated supply chain for clients?

What advantages does IBM's unified supply chain offer to its clients?

How do clients profit from IBM's unified logistics and supply chain management system?

How do clients stand to gain from the unified logistics and procurement systems that IBM has put in place across its operations?

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What tool has IBM developed to assist third-grade teachers in the United States?

Which educational instrument has been created by IBM to support third-grade teachers in the U.S.?

Which educational resource has IBM created to support instructors teaching third-grade students in the US?

In the United States, what educational resource has IBM created specifically to support instructors teaching at the third-grade level?

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What educational platform is IBM helping to develop for personalized learning?

Which learning platform is IBM contributing to the creation of for tailored education?

Which customized learning platform is IBM collaborating on to create a tailored educational experience?

In its efforts to enhance tailored education, which online learning system is currently being collaborated on by IBM for development and implementation?

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How is IBM's Watson being used to personalize learning for students?

In what ways is IBM's Watson employed to customize education for students?

In what ways is IBM's Watson technology being utilized to tailor educational experiences to individual students' needs?

What role is IBM's Watson technology playing in the development of tailored educational experiences that cater to the unique needs and abilities of individual learners?

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Which cities besides Beijing have adopted IBM's air quality technologies?

Apart from Beijing, what other cities have implemented IBM's air quality solutions?

What other cities, apart from Beijing, have implemented IBM's solutions for monitoring and improving air quality?

What other urban centers, in addition to the Chinese capital, have implemented IBM's innovative solutions for monitoring and improving air quality?

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What was the consolidated debt-to-capitalization ratio of IBM at the end of 2016?

What did IBM's total debt-to-capitalization ratio amount to by the close of 2016?

How did IBM's total debt compare to its total capital structure as of December 31, 2016, in terms of percentage?

At the close of 2016, how did IBM's total debt compare to its overall capital structure, in terms of a consolidated ratio?

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What was the impact of Watson's analysis on the movie trailer for 'Morgan'?

How did Watson's analysis influence the trailer of the film 'Morgan'?

How did Watson's examination influence the promotional preview for the film 'Morgan'?

How did Watson's examination influence the promotional preview for the film 'Morgan', and what were the resulting effects on its overall presentation?

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What was the average interest rate on IBM's floating-rate debt in 2016?

What was the mean interest rate on IBM's variable-rate debt during the year 2016?

What was the typical rate of interest paid by IBM on its variable-rate borrowings during the year 2016?

In 2016, what percentage rate of interest did IBM typically pay on its variable-rate borrowings?

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How much interest expense did IBM record in 2016 related to its global credit facility?

What was the total interest expense incurred by IBM in 2016 concerning its worldwide credit facility?

What was the total interest expenditure incurred by IBM in 2016 as a result of utilizing its worldwide credit arrangement?

What was the total amount of interest costs that International Business Machines incurred on its worldwide line of credit for the fiscal year 2016?

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How did the Americas region perform for IBM in 2016?

What was IBM's performance in the Americas region during 2016?

What were IBM's results in the Americas region during the year 2016?

What were the key outcomes and financial performances achieved by IBM within the Americas market during the calendar year 2016?

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How did the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region perform for IBM in 2016?

What was IBM's performance in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region during 2016?

What were the key performance outcomes for IBM in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa markets during the year 2016?

What were the key outcomes and financial results for IBM in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa markets during the calendar year 2016?

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How many clients does IBM Watson IoT have as per the 2016 financial report?

According to the 2016 financial report, what is the number of clients associated with IBM Watson IoT?

What is the total number of IBM Watson IoT clients reported in the company's 2016 financial statements?

What was the total number of customers utilizing IBM Watson's Internet of Things services, as disclosed in the company's financial statements for the year 2016?

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What was the change in noncontrolling interests for IBM in 2016?

How did the noncontrolling interests of IBM alter in the year 2016?

How did IBM's noncontrolling interests fluctuate during the year 2016?

How did the stake held by minority shareholders in IBM evolve during the year 2016?

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What was the revenue from Transaction Processing Software in 2015?

Could you provide the revenue figure for Transaction Processing Software as of 2015?

How much income was generated by Transaction Processing Software sales in the year 2015?

In the year 2015, how much income was generated by the sales of software designed to handle transactions?

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What was the total purchase price for the acquisition of Cleversafe, Inc. by IBM?

What was the entire cost incurred by IBM for the acquisition of Cleversafe, Inc.?

How much did IBM pay in total to acquire Cleversafe, Inc.?

How much did IBM pay in total to complete the takeover of Cleversafe, Inc.?

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How does Watson assist radiologists in their work?

In what ways does Watson support and aid radiologists in their professional duties?

In what ways does Watson support and enhance the workflow of radiologists?

In what ways do radiologists benefit from the support and capabilities provided by Watson in their professional responsibilities and daily tasks?

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What is the accuracy rate of Watson in predicting hypoglycemic incidents?

What is the precision level of Watson in forecasting hypoglycemic episodes?

How reliable is Watson at forecasting episodes of low blood sugar, and what percentage of predictions are correct?

To what extent can Watson reliably forecast episodes of low blood sugar, and what is the precision of its predictive capabilities in this regard?

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What is the role of Watson in improving the health system according to the CNYCC?

How does Watson contribute to enhancing the health system, as perceived by the CNYCC?

How does Watson contribute to enhancing healthcare outcomes, as envisioned by the CNYCC?

According to the CNYCC, how does Watson contribute to enhancing the overall healthcare infrastructure and what specific impact does it have on the system's effectiveness?

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What is the significance of the discovery made by the Barrow Neurological Institute researchers using Watson?

What is the importance of the breakthrough achieved by the Barrow Neurological Institute scientists with the help of Watson?

What impact does the breakthrough achieved by researchers at the Barrow Neurological Institute, facilitated by Watson, hold?

How do the findings uncovered by researchers at the Barrow Neurological Institute, facilitated by the utilization of Watson, contribute to the broader understanding of their field and what impact do they have on related studies and applications?

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How many other treasury shares were purchased by IBM in 2014?

What was the total number of treasury shares acquired by IBM during 2014?

What was the total number of additional treasury stocks acquired by IBM during the year 2014?

What was the total number of additional treasury stocks acquired by International Business Machines Corporation during the calendar year 2014?

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What services does IBM offer to help clients assess their risk and compliance against industry guidelines?

How can IBM assist clients in evaluating their risk and compliance in accordance with industry standards?

How does IBM support its clients in evaluating and managing their risk exposure and adherence to regulatory standards across various industries?

How does IBM support its customers in evaluating and managing their regulatory adherence and potential vulnerabilities in relation to established industry standards and best practices?

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What were the primary factors contributing to the decrease in IBM's consolidated other income in 2015?

What were the main elements responsible for the reduction in IBM's combined income from other sources in the year 2015?

What key elements led to the decline in IBM's consolidated other income for the year 2015?

In 2015, which key elements drove the downward trend in IBM's overall non-operating income, and how did they collectively impact the company's financial performance?

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