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Financing Arrangements Financing Arrangements (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Mar. 31, 2013 Debt Matured March 2013 | Feb. 27, 2013 Debt Issued Due 2023 | Feb. 27, 2013 Debt Issued Due 2043
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Debt Instrument [Line Items] |  |  |
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | $ 500 | $ 250 | $ 250
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 5.50% | 3.70% | 5.15%
Repurchase of Notes, Purchase Price Percentage of Principle Amount |  | 101.00% | 101.00%

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