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Basis of Presentation - Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 29, 2013 Cash and Cash Equivalents Understatement	Sep. 29, 2013 Accrued Payroll And Related Taxes Understatement	Sep. 29, 2013 Changes in Operating Assets and Liabilities Overstatement	Sep. 29, 2013 Net Cash From Operating Activities Overstatement
Note 1 - Basis of Presentation (Details) [Line Items]
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Amount of each individual error being corrected in the correcting adjustment.

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