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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 28, 2014 | Sep. 28, 2014
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) |  |
Net loss, tax benefits | $ 6.6 | $ 6.6

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