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Note 3 Assets and Liabilities Associated with Deferred Compensation Measured at Fair Value (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Mar. 31, 2012 | Oct. 01, 2011
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Fair Value of Deferred Compensation Assets and Liabilities [Line Items] |  |
Assets and Liabilities Associated with Deferred Compensation Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis | $ 9.0 | $ 10.0

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- Definition Fair value of assets and liabilities associated with an entity's deferred compensation plan(s). + References No definition available. + Details
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