Promotional Costs (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 28, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Promotional Costs [Abstract]
Promotional and other sales force compensation expenses	$ 102.0	$ 113.8

Promotional and Other Sales Force Compensation Expense

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