A breakdown of the change in sales follows: Volume and mix subtracted 5 percent; Price and sales allowances added 4 percent; Increased promotional spending subtracted 1 percent; U.S. Soup sales declined 3 percent compared to the year-ago quarter. Sales of "Campbell's" condensed soups decreased 5 percent, with declines in both cooking and eating varieties. Sales of ready-to-serve soups decreased 1 percent, reflecting declines in microwavable soups, partly offset by the sales from the launch of "Campbell's Slow Kettle" soups. Canned ready-to-serve soup sales were comparable to a year ago. Broth sales decreased 4 percent, primarily due to declines in canned broth, partly offset by the introduction of "Swanson Flavor Boost" concentrated broth. U.S. Sauces sales were comparable to the year-ago quarter.