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Statements of Consolidated Shareholders' Equity (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Apr. 30, 2015 | Apr. 30, 2014 | Apr. 30, 2013
Additional Capital |  |  |
Tax benefit of stock plans | $ 5.9 | $ 7.3 | $ 2.9

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