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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Derivative Financial Instruments (Schedule of Cross-currency Swaps Narrative) (Details) - Mar. 31, 2015 € in Millions, $ in Millions	USD ($)	EUR (€)
Swap Derivative 4 Point 27 Percent Maturing September 11, 2020 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional Value	$ 250
Swap Derivative 2 Point 63 Percent Maturing September 11, 2020 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional Value \| €		€ 193
Swap Derivative 3 Point 62 Percent Maturing April 17, 2019 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional Value	225
Swap Derivative 2 Point 77 Percent Maturing April 17, 2019 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional Value \| €		€ 162
Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Cash Received on Hedge	88
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Instruments, Net, Pretax	$ 1