Aggregate notional amount specified by the derivative(s). Expressed as an absolute value.

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Aggregate net gain (loss) on all derivative instruments recognized in earnings during the period, before tax effects.

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-Name Accounting Standards Codification

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-SubTopic 10

-Section 50

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Derivative Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details) - Mar. 31, 2015 € in Millions, $ in Millions	USD ($)	EUR (€)	USD ($)
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Cash Received on Hedge	$ 88
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Instruments, Net, Pretax	$ 1
Swap Derivative Maturing September 11, 2020 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional Value			$ 250
Expiration Date	Sep. 11, 2020
Swap Derivative Maturing September 11, 2020 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional Value \| €		€ 193
Swap Derivative Maturing April 17, 2019 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional Value			$ 225
Expiration Date	Apr. 17, 2019
Swap Derivative Maturing April 17, 2019 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional Value \| €		€ 162