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Note 11 Unrecognized Stock Based Compensation Expense (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 30, 2013
Performance Shares |
Unrecognized Compensation Cost and Weighted Average Period [Line Items] |
Unrecognized compensation expense | $ 2.7
Employee stock options |
Unrecognized Compensation Cost and Weighted Average Period [Line Items] |
Unrecognized compensation expense | 20.1
Weighted average period of recognition (years) | 2 years 6 months 17 days
Restricted stock units |
Unrecognized Compensation Cost and Weighted Average Period [Line Items] |
Unrecognized compensation expense | $ 10.4
Weighted average period of recognition (years) | 1 year 8 months 15 days

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