reserves, related to net operating loss carryforwards and certain temporary 
differences. The standard requires recognition of a future tax benefit to the extent
that realization of such benefit is more likely than not. Otherwise, a valuation
allowance is applied.
The income tax provision attributable to continuing operations and discontinued
operations is as follows:
Year Ended December 31 (In thousands) 2004 2003 2002
Continuing operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 205,959 $ 113,387 $ 168,451
Discontinued operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31,731 2,651 4,924
$ 237,690 $ 116,038 $ 173,375