<DefinitionAndReference>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_BusinessCombinationDisclosureTextBlock">
    <definition>Description of a business acquisition (or series of individually immaterial business combinations) planned, initiated, or completed during the period, including background, timing, and allocation of acquisition costs. This element may be used as a single block of text to encapsulate the all disclosures (including data and tables) regarding business combinations including leverage buyout transactions.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 141
 -Paragraph 51, 52

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_ProceedsFromLinesOfCredit">
    <definition>The cash inflow from a contractual arrangement with the lender, including letter of credit, standby letter of credit and revolving credit arrangements, under which borrowings can be made up to a specific amount at any point in time with either short term or long term maturity that is collateralized (backed by pledge, mortgage or other lien in the entity's assets).</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 18

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 19
 -Subparagraph b

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="dei_EntityCommonStockSharesOutstanding">
    <definition>Indicate number of shares outstanding of each of registrant's classes of common stock, as of latest practicable date. Is used on Form Type: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 20-F, 6-K, 10-K/A, 10-Q/A, 20-F/A, 6-K/A, N-CSR, N-Q, N-1A.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_ReceivablesNetCurrent">
    <definition>The total amount due to the entity within one year of the balance sheet date (or one operating cycle, if longer) from outside sources, including trade accounts receivable, notes and loans receivable, as well as any other types of receivables, net of allowances established for the purpose of reducing such receivables to an amount that approximates their net realizable value.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 4
 -Article 5

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 3
 -Subparagraph a
 -Article 5

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_DeferredTaxAssetsNetCurrent">
    <definition>The current portion of the aggregate tax effects as of the balance sheet date of all future tax deductions arising from temporary differences between tax basis and generally accepted accounting principles basis recognition of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, which can only be deducted for tax purposes when permitted under enacted tax laws; after deducting the allocated valuation allowance, if any, to reduce such amount to net realizable value. Deferred tax liabilities and assets shall be classified as current or noncurrent based on the classification of the related asset or liability for financial reporting. A deferred tax liability or asset that is not related to an asset or liability for financial reporting, including deferred tax assets related to carryforwards, shall be classified according to the expected reversal date of the temporary difference. An unrecognized tax benefit that is directly related to a position taken in a tax year that results in a net operating loss carryforward should be presented as a reduction of the related deferred tax asset.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 109
 -Paragraph 41, 42, 43

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="dei_DocumentType">
    <definition>The type of document being provided (such as 10-K, 10-Q, N-1A, etc). The document type should have the same value as the supporting SEC submission type</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInAccountsPayable">
    <definition>The net change during the reporting period in the aggregate amount of obligations due within one year (or one business cycle). This may include trade payables, amounts due to related parties, royalties payable, and other obligations.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_PaymentsToAcquirePropertyPlantAndEquipment">
    <definition>The cash outflow associated with the acquisition of long-lived, physical assets that are used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale; includes cash outflows to pay for construction of self-constructed assets.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 15

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 17
 -Subparagraph c

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_OtherLiabilitiesNoncurrent">
    <definition>Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent obligations not separately disclosed in the balance sheet due to materiality considerations. Noncurrent liabilities are expected to be paid after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer).</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 24
 -Article 5

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_PreferredStockValue">
    <definition>Value of each class of issued nonredeemable preferred stock (or preferred stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer) that may be calculated differently depending on whether the stock is issued at par value, no par or stated value. Note: elements for number of nonredeemable preferred shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 129
 -Paragraph 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Accounting Principles Board Opinion (APB)
 -Number 12
 -Paragraph 10

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Article 3

Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 29
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_PostemploymentBenefitsLiabilityNoncurrent">
    <definition>For a classified balance sheet, the carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of the portion of the obligations recognized for the various benefits provided to former or inactive employees, their beneficiaries, and covered dependents after employment but before retirement that is payable after one year (or beyond the operating cycle if longer).</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 5
 -Paragraph 9

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 112
 -Paragraph 4, 5, 6

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_DebtCurrent">
    <definition>Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of the sum of short-term debt and current maturities of long-term debt and capital lease obligations, which are due within one year (or one business cycle if longer).</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 19
 -Article 5

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="dei_EntityPublicFloat">
    <definition>State aggregate market value of voting and non-voting common equity held by non-affiliates computed by reference to price at which the common equity was last sold, or average bid and asked price of such common equity, as of the last business day of registrant's most recently completed second fiscal quarter. Is used on Form Type: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 20-F, 6-K, 10-K/A, 10-Q/A, 20-F/A, 6-K/A, N-CSR, N-Q, N-1A.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_NetCashProvidedByUsedInFinancingActivities">
    <definition>The net cash inflow (outflow) from financing activity for the period.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 26

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_ProvisionForDoubtfulAccounts">
    <definition>Amount of the current period expense charged against operations, the offset which is generally to the allowance for doubtful accounts for the purpose of reducing receivables, including notes receivable, to an amount that approximates their net realizable value (the amount expected to be collected).</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 03
 -Paragraph (b)
 -Subparagraph 5
 -Article 5

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="rrd_StockholdersEquityIncludingPortionAttributableToNoncontrollingInterest">
    <definition>Total of Stockholders' Equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors owners, and affiliates of the entity including portions attributable to both the parent and noncontrolling interests (previously referred to as minority interest), if any. The entity including portions attributable to the parent and noncontrolling interests is sometimes referred to as the economic entity. This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_PropertyPlantAndEquipmentDisclosureTextBlock">
    <definition>Disclosure of long-lived, physical assets that are used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Examples include land, building and production equipment. This disclosure may include property plant and equipment accounting policies and methodology, a schedule of property, plant and equipment gross, additions, deletions, transfers and other changes, depreciation, depletion and amortization expense, net, accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization expense and useful lives, income statement disclosures, assets held for sale and public utility disclosures. This element may be used as a single block of text to include the entire PPE disclosure, including data and tables.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Accounting Principles Board Opinion (APB)
 -Number 12
 -Paragraph 4, 5

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_AccruedLiabilities">
    <definition>Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred and payable, pertaining to costs that are statutory in nature, are incurred on contractual obligations, or accumulate over time and for which invoices have not yet been received or will not be rendered. Examples include taxes, interest, rent, salaries, and utilities. For classified balance sheets, used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer); for unclassified balance sheets, used to reflect the total liabilities (regardless of due date).</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 20
 -Article 5

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_DeferredTaxLiabilitiesNoncurrent">
    <definition>Represents the noncurrent portion of deferred tax liabilities, which result from applying the applicable tax rate to net taxable temporary differences pertaining to each jurisdiction to which the entity is obligated to pay income tax. A noncurrent taxable temporary difference is a difference between the tax basis and the carrying amount of a noncurrent asset or liability in the financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. In a classified statement of financial position, an enterprise shall separate deferred tax liabilities and assets into a current amount and a noncurrent amount. Deferred tax liabilities and assets shall be classified as current or noncurrent based on the classification of the related asset or liability for financial reporting. A deferred tax liability or asset that is not related to an asset or liability for financial reporting, including deferred tax assets related to carryforwards, shall be classified according to the expected reversal date of the temporary difference.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 109
 -Paragraph 41, 42, 43

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="rrd_SupplementalOtherCashPayments">
    <definition>Other Cash Payments not otherwise defined shall be provided in supplemental disclosures to the statement of cash flow</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="dei_EntityCentralIndexKey">
    <definition>The Central Index Key (CIK) is a unique 10-digit SEC-issued value to identify entities that have filed disclosures with the SEC. It is a required entry in forms filed with the SEC.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation 12B
 -Number 240
 -Section 12b
 -Subsection 1

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="rrd_IncomeLossFromContinuingOperationsIncludingPortionAttributableToNoncontrollingInterest">
    <definition>This element represents the income or loss from continuing operations attributable to the economic entity which may also be defined as revenue less expenses and taxes from ongoing operations before extraordinary items, cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles, and noncontrolling interest.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_RepaymentsOfLinesOfCredit">
    <definition>The cash outflow to pay off an obligation from a contractual arrangement with the lender, including letter of credit, standby letter of credit and revolving credit arrangements, under which borrowings can be made up to a specific amount at any point in time with either short term or long term maturity.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 18

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 20
 -Subparagraph b

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_PreferredStockSharesIssued">
    <definition>Total number of nonredeemable preferred shares (or preferred stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer) issued to shareholders (includes also preferred shares that have been repurchased). May be all or portion of the number of preferred shares authorized. These shares represent the ownership interest of the preferred shareholders. Excludes preferred shares that are classified as debt.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 29
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_InventoryDisclosureTextBlock">
    <definition>Disclose the basis of stating inventory, the method of determining inventory cost, if inventories are stated above cost, the accrued net losses on firm purchase commitments for inventory and losses resulting from valuing inventory at the lower-of-cost-or-market, the major classes of inventories (such as finished goods, inventoried costs relating to long-term contracts or programs, work in process, raw materials and supplies, LIFO valuation allowance).  For LIFO inventory, disclose the amount and basis for determining the excess of replacement or current cost over stated LIFO value (for LIFO inventory), and the effect of a LIFO quantities liquidation that impacts net income.  For companies that have not fully adopted LIFO, include the extent to which LIFO is used. If a LIFO company discloses FIFO-based supplemental income in a footnote, disclose:  (a) that LIFO results in a better matching of cost and revenues, (b) why supplemental income disclosures are provided, and (c) important assumptions in its calculation (for example, assumed tax rates).  If cost is used to determine any portion of the inventory amounts, the description of this method shall include the nature of the cost elements included in inventory.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Accounting Research Bulletin (ARB)
 -Number 43
 -Chapter 3
 -Section A
 -Paragraph 9

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Accounting Research Bulletin (ARB)
 -Number 43
 -Chapter 4
 -Paragraph 14

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 6
 -Subparagraph a, b, c
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</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInPrepaidDeferredExpenseAndOtherAssets">
    <definition>The net change during the reporting period in the value of this group of assets within the working capital section.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

</reference>
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    <definition>Disclosures related to accounts comprising shareholders' equity, including other comprehensive income.  Includes: (1) balances of common stock, preferred stock, additional paid-in capital, other capital and retained earnings; (2) accumulated balance for each classification of other comprehensive income and total amount of comprehensive income; (3) amount and nature of changes in separate accounts, including the number of shares authorized and outstanding, number of shares issued upon exercise and conversion, and for other comprehensive income, the adjustments for reclassifications to net income; (4) rights and privileges of each class of stock authorized; (5) basis of treasury stock, if other than cost, and amounts paid and accounting treatment for treasury stock purchased significantly in excess of market; (6) dividends paid or payable per share and in the aggregate for each class of stock for each period presented; (7) dividend restrictions and accumulated preferred dividends in arrears (in aggregate and per share amount); (8) retained earnings appropriations or restrictions, such as dividend restrictions; (9) impact of change in accounting principle, initial adoption of new accounting principle and correction of an error in previously issued financial statements; (10) shares held in trust for Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); (11) deferred compensation related to issuance of capital stock; (12) note received for issuance of stock; (13) unamortized discount on shares; (14) description, terms and number of warrants or rights outstanding; (15) shares under subscription and subscription receivables; effective date of new retained earnings after quasi-reorganization and deficit eliminated by quasi-reorganization and, for a period of at least ten years after the effective date, the point in time from which the new retained dates; and (16) retroactive effective of subsequent change in capital structure.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 5
 -Paragraph 15

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Article 3

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 08
 -Paragraph (d)
 -Article 4

Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB)
 -Number Topic 4
 -Section C, E

Reference 5: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Accounting Principles Board Opinion (APB)
 -Number 12
 -Paragraph 10

Reference 6: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 29, 30, 31
 -Article 5

Reference 7: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Accounting Principles Board Opinion (APB)
 -Number 6
 -Paragraph 12, 13

Reference 8: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 129
 -Paragraph 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Reference 9: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 08
 -Article 4

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_TreasuryStockShares">
    <definition>Number of common and preferred shares that were previously issued and that were repurchased by the issuing entity during the period and held in treasury on the financial statement date. This stock has no voting rights and receives no dividends.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 29, 30
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="rrd_EarningsPerShareNoteDisclosureTextBlock">
    <definition>This element may be used to capture disclosure pertaining to an entity's basic and diluted earnings per share.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="dei_TradingSymbol">
    <definition>Trading symbol of an instrument as listed on an exchange.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="rrd_ProfitLoss">
    <definition>The consolidated profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, including the portion attributable to the noncontrolling interest.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="dei_EntityRegistrantName">
    <definition>The exact name of the entity filing the report as specified in its charter, which is required by forms filed with the SEC.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation 12B
 -Number 240
 -Section 12b
 -Subsection 1

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_DeferredIncomeTaxExpenseBenefit">
    <definition>The component of income tax expense for the period representing the net change in the entity's deferred tax assets and liabilities pertaining to continuing operations.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 08
 -Paragraph (h)
 -Article 4

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 109
 -Paragraph 45
 -Subparagraph b

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_PaymentsOfDebtIssuanceCosts">
    <definition>The cash outflow paid to third parties in connection with debt origination, which will be amortized over the remaining maturity period of the associated long-term debt.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF)
 -Number 95-13

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncomeLossFromContinuingOperationsBeforeIncomeTaxesMinorityInterestAndIncomeLossFromEquityMethodInvestments">
    <definition>Sum of operating profit and nonoperating income (expense) before income taxes.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 08
 -Paragraph (h)
 -Subparagraph (1)(i)
 -Article 4

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_DepreciationAndAmortization">
    <definition>The current period expense charged against earnings on long-lived, physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale to allocate or recognize the cost of assets over their useful lives; or to record the reduction in book value of an intangible asset over the benefit period of such asset. Examples include buildings, production equipment and customer lists.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Accounting Principles Board Opinion (APB)
 -Number 12
 -Paragraph 4, 5

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInAccruedLiabilities">
    <definition>The net change during the reporting period in the aggregate amount of expenses incurred but not yet paid.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_LiabilitiesOfDisposalGroupIncludingDiscontinuedOperationNoncurrent">
    <definition>Carrying value of noncurrent obligations (due more than one year or one operating cycle, whichever is longer) relating to the sale, disposal or planned sale in the near future (generally within one year) of a disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), as of the balance sheet date.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 144
 -Paragraph 46, 47

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_ProceedsFromRepaymentsOfShortTermDebt">
    <definition>The net cash inflow (outflow) for borrowing having original maturities of three months or less may be reported net in this item.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 18

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_ScheduleOfNewAccountingPronouncementsAndChangesInAccountingPrinciplesTextBlock">
    <definition>Represents disclosure of any changes in an accounting principle, including a change from one generally accepted accounting principle to another generally accepted accounting principle when there are two or more generally accepted accounting principles that apply or when the accounting principle formerly used is no longer generally accepted. Also disclose any change in the method of applying an accounting principle, or any change in an accounting principle required by a new pronouncement in the unusual instance that a new pronouncement does not include specific transition provisions.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 154
 -Paragraph 2, 17, 18

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Accounting Principles Board Opinion (APB)
 -Number 28
 -Paragraph 23, 24

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 01
 -Paragraph b
 -Subparagraph 6
 -Article 10

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_GainLossOnSaleOfPropertyPlantEquipment">
    <definition>The difference between the sale price or salvage price and the book value of a property, plant, and equipment asset that was sold or retired during the reporting period. This element refers to the gain (loss).</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncomeLossFromDiscontinuedOperationsNetOfTaxPerBasicShare">
    <definition>The amount of income (loss) from disposition of discontinued operations, net of related tax effect, per each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 128
 -Paragraph 8, 9, 10, 36, 37, 38

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 03
 -Paragraph (b)
 -Subparagraph 20
 -Article 5

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Paragraph 21
 -Article 9

Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Paragraph 18
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    <definition>The charge against earnings resulting from the aggregate write down of all assets from their carrying value to their fair value.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 144
 -Paragraph 45, 46, 47

</reference>
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    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 142
 -Paragraph 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47

</reference>
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    <definition>For classified balance sheets this represents the noncurrent liability recognized in the balance sheet that is associated with the defined benefit pension plans. (The current liability will be separate, but it will normally be small, if there is even any at all.) For unclassified balance sheets, this represents the entire liability recognized in the balance sheet that is associated with the plans.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 132R
 -Paragraph 5
 -Subparagraph c

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 132R
 -Paragraph 6

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_TreasuryStockValue">
    <definition>Value of common and preferred stock of an entity that have been repurchased by an entity. Treasury stock is issued but not outstanding. This stock has no voting rights and receives no dividends. Note that treasury stock may be recorded at its total cost or separately as par (or stated) value and additional paid in capital. Note: number of treasury shares concept is in another section within stockholders' equity.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name FASB Technical Bulletin (FTB)
 -Number 85-6
 -Paragraph 3

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_RestructuringSettlementAndImpairmentProvisions">
    <definition>The aggregate amount provided for estimated restructuring charges, remediation costs, and asset impairment loss during an accounting period. Generally, these items are either unusual or infrequent, but not both (in which case they would be extraordinary items).</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="dei_AmendmentDescription">
    <definition>Description of changes contained within amended document.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="dei_EntityVoluntaryFilers">
    <definition>Indicate "Yes" or "No" if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Is used on Form Type: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 20-F, 6-K, 10-K/A, 10-Q/A, 20-F/A, 6-K/A, N-CSR, N-Q, N-1A.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_PreferredStockParOrStatedValuePerShare">
    <definition>Face amount or stated value per share of nonredeemable preferred stock (or preferred stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer); generally not indicative of the fair market value per share.</definition>
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 -Name Accounting Principles Board Opinion (APB)
 -Number 12
 -Paragraph 10

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 29
 -Article 5

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 129
 -Paragraph 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

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    <definition>Sum of the carrying amounts of all intangible assets, excluding goodwill, as of the balance sheet date, net of accumulated amortization and impairment charges.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 142
 -Paragraph 44, 45

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_SalesRevenueNet">
    <definition>Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 03
 -Paragraph (b)
 -Subparagraph 1
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_CashAndCashEquivalentsAtCarryingValue">
    <definition>Includes currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. It also includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits in that the Entity may deposit additional funds at any time and also effectively may withdraw funds at any time without prior notice or penalty. Cash equivalents, excluding items classified as marketable securities, include short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash, and so near their maturity that they present minimal risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Generally, only investments with original maturities of three months or less qualify under that definition. Original maturity means original maturity to the entity holding the investment. For example, both a three-month US Treasury bill and a three-year Treasury note purchased three months from maturity qualify as cash equivalents. However, a Treasury note purchased three years ago does not become a cash equivalent when its remaining maturity is three months. Compensating balance arrangements that do not legally restrict the withdrawal or usage of cash amounts may be reported as Cash and Cash Equivalents, while legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or company statements of intention with regard to particular deposits should not be reported as cash and cash equivalents.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 7, 26

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 8, 9

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 7
 -Subparagraph fn1

Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 1
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_AllowanceForDoubtfulAccountsReceivableCurrent">
    <definition>A provision for trade and other receivables due to an Entity within one year (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer) that are expected to be uncollectible.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 4
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_CommonStockSharesIssued">
    <definition>Total number of common shares of an entity that have been sold or granted to shareholders (includes common shares that have been repurchased). These shares represent capital invested by the firm's shareholders and owners, and may be all or only a portion of the number of shares authorized. Shares issued includes shares outstanding and shares held in treasury.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 30
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_SegmentReportingDisclosureTextBlock">
    <definition>This element may be used to capture the complete disclosure of reporting segments including data and tables. Reportable segments include those that that meet any of the following quantitative thresholds a) it's reported revenue, including sales to external customers and intersegment sales or transfers is 10% or more of the combined revenue, internal and external, of all operating segments b) the absolute amount of its reported profit or loss is 10 percent or more of the greater, in absolute amount of 1) the combined reported profit of all operating segments that did not report a loss or 2) the combined reported loss of all operating segments that did report a loss c) its assets are 10 percent or more of the combined assets of all operating segments.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 131

</reference>
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    <definition>Number of basic shares determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares have been outstanding to the total time in that period.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 128
 -Paragraph 40
 -Subparagraph a

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 128
 -Paragraph 8

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_EarningsPerShareBasic">
    <definition>The amount of net income or loss for the period per each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Paragraph 21
 -Article 9

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Article 7

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 128
 -Paragraph 36, 37, 38

Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 03
 -Paragraph (b)
 -Subparagraph 20
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_RepaymentsOfLongTermDebt">
    <definition>The cash outflow for debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 18

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 20
 -Subparagraph b

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_RestructuringAndRelatedActivitiesDisclosureTextBlock">
    <definition>Description of restructuring activities including exit and disposal activities, which should include facts and circumstances leading to the plan, the expected plan completion date, the major types of costs associated with the plan activities, total expected costs, the accrual balance at the end of the period, and the periods over which the remaining accrual will be settled. This description does not include restructuring costs in connection with a business combination or discontinued operations and long-lived assets (disposal groups) sold or classified as held for sale. This element may be used as a single block of text to encapsulate the entire disclosure including data and tables.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 146
 -Paragraph 20

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB)
 -Number Topic 5
 -Section P
 -Paragraph 3, 4

</reference>
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    <definition>Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 22
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_Liabilities">
    <definition>Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all liabilities that are recognized. Liabilities are probable future sacrifices of economic benefits arising from present obligations of an entity to transfer assets or provide services to other entities in the future.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_NetIncomeLoss">
    <definition>The profit or loss of the entity net of income taxes for the reporting period, calculated and presented in the income statement in accordance with GAAP.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 03
 -Paragraph (b)
 -Subparagraph 19
 -Article 5

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Paragraph 20
 -Article 9

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF)
 -Number 87-21

Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 130
 -Paragraph 10, 15

Reference 5: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28, 29, 30

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_ProceedsFromSaleMaturityAndCollectionsOfInvestments">
    <definition>The cash inflow associated with the sale, maturity and collection of all investments such as debt, security and so forth during the period.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 15, 16

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_AdditionalPaidInCapital">
    <definition>Excess of issue price over par or stated value of the entity's capital stock and amounts received from other transactions involving the entity's stock or stockholders. Includes adjustments to additional paid in capital. Some examples of such adjustments include recording the issuance of debt with a beneficial conversion feature and certain tax consequences of equity instruments awarded to employees. Use this element for the aggregate amount of APIC associated with common AND preferred stock. For APIC associated with only common stock, use the element Additional Paid In Capital, Common Stock. For APIC associated with only preferred stock, use the element Additional Paid In Capital, Preferred Stock.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 31
 -Article 5

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF)
 -Number 98-5
 -Paragraph 5

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 123R
 -Paragraph 62, 63

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_StockholdersEquity">
    <definition>Total of all Stockholders' Equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors owners, and affiliates of the entity. This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB)
 -Number Topic 4
 -Section E

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 29, 30, 31
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_CommonStockSharesAuthorized">
    <definition>The maximum number of common shares permitted to be issued by an entity's charter and bylaws.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 30
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_AccountsPayable">
    <definition>Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. For classified balance sheets, used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer); for unclassified balance sheets, used to reflect the total liabilities (regardless of due date).</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 19
 -Subparagraph a
 -Article 5

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_NetCashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivities">
    <definition>The net cash from (used in) all of the entity's operating activities, including those of discontinued operations, of the reporting entity. Operating activities generally involve producing and delivering goods and providing services. Operating activity cash flows include transactions, adjustments, and changes in value that are not defined as investing or financing activities.</definition>
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 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 26

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncomeLossFromDiscontinuedOperationsNetOfTaxPerDilutedShare">
    <definition>Income (loss), net of tax, of a business segment that has been discontinued at year-end or will be discontinued shortly after year end - Per Diluted Share. The amount of income (loss) from disposition of discontinued operations, net of related tax effect, per each share of common stock and dilutive common stock equivalents outstanding during the reporting period.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB)
 -Number Topic 5
 -Section E
 -Paragraph Question 3

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_CommonStockDividendsPerShareDeclared">
    <definition>Aggregate dividends declared during the period for each share of common stock outstanding.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Article 3

</reference>
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  <Element Id="rrd_EmployeeBenefitsTextBlock">
    <definition>Employee Benefits [Text Block]</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncreaseDecreaseInRestrictedCash">
    <definition>The net cash inflow (outflow) for the net change associated with funds that are not available for withdrawal or use (such as funds held in escrow) and are associated with underlying transactions that are classified as investing activities.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 15, 16, 17

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncomeLossFromDiscontinuedOperationsNetOfTax">
    <definition>Overall income (loss) from a disposal group that is classified as a component of the entity, net of income tax, reported as a separate component of income before extraordinary items and the cumulative effect of accounting changes. Includes the following (net of tax): income (loss) from operations during the phase-out period, gain (loss) on disposal, provision (or any reversals of earlier provisions) for loss on disposal, and adjustments of a prior period gain (loss) on disposal.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 03
 -Paragraph (b)
 -Subparagraph 15
 -Article 5

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 144
 -Paragraph 43

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 144
 -Paragraph 47
 -Subparagraph c

Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 04
 -Paragraph 13
 -Article 7

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_PreferredStockSharesAuthorized">
    <definition>The maximum number of nonredeemable preferred shares (or preferred stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer) permitted to be issued by an entity's charter and bylaws.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 29
 -Article 5

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 129
 -Paragraph 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_CashProvidedByUsedInOperatingActivitiesDiscontinuedOperations">
    <definition>Cash provided by (used in) the operating activities of the entity's discontinued operations during the period. The reporting entity may disclose the net cash flows from discontinued operations below the net cash flows from financing activities or include cash flows from discontinued operations, by category (operating, investing, or financing), in the body of the cash flow statement. This element should be used to disclose cash flows from the operating activities of discontinued operations in the operating activities section of the cash flow statement.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 26

</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_IncomeTaxesReceivable">
    <definition>Carrying amount due within one year of the balance sheet date (or one operating cycle, if longer) from tax authorities as of the balance sheet date representing refunds of overpayments or recoveries based on agreed-upon resolutions of disputes.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 03
 -Paragraph (a)
 -Subparagraph 5(c)
 -Article 7

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 3
 -Subparagraph a
 -Article 5

Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 109
 -Section Appendix E
 -Paragraph 289

Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 03
 -Paragraph 10
 -Article 9

</reference>
  </Element>
  <Element Id="rrd_ComprehensiveIncomeAndNoncontrollingInterestDisclosureTextBlock">
    <definition>Disclosure of comprehensive income and noncontrolling interest, including (1) changes in the components of other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes; (2) comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interest; (3) the ending accumulated balances for each component of comprehensive income; (4) and the change in the components of the noncontrolling interest balance.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_RestrictedCashAndCashEquivalentsAtCarryingValue">
    <definition>The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalent items which are restricted as to withdrawal or usage. Restrictions may include legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against short-term borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or entity statements of intention with regard to particular deposits; however, time deposits and short-term certificates of deposit are not generally included in legally restricted deposits. Excludes compensating balance arrangements that are not agreements which legally restrict the use of cash amounts shown on the balance sheet. For a classified balance sheet represents the current portion only (the noncurrent portion has a separate concept); for an unclassified balance sheet represents the entire amount.</definition>
    <reference>Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 1
 -Article 5

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher AICPA
 -Name Audit and Accounting Guide (AAG)
 -Number AAG-BRD
 -Chapter 4
 -Paragraph 80
 -Subparagraph Exhibit 4-8, 3
 -IssueDate 2006-05-01

</reference>
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    <definition>The amount of net income or loss for the period per each share of common stock and dilutive common stock equivalents outstanding during the reporting period.</definition>
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 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
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Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
 -Publisher SEC
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 -Paragraph 21
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Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>This element represents the overall income (loss) from a disposal group apportioned to the parent that is classified as a component of the entity, net of income tax, reported as a separate component of income before extraordinary items and the cumulative effect of accounting changes after deduction or consideration of the amount which may be allocable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Includes the following (net of tax): income (loss) from operations during the phase-out period, gain (loss) on disposal, provision (or any reversals of earlier provisions) for loss on disposal, and adjustments of a prior period gain (loss) on disposal.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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    <definition>The amount of income (loss) from continuing operations available to each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period and each share that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares for all dilutive potential common shares outstanding during the reporting period.</definition>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>The net change between the beginning and ending balance of cash and cash equivalents</definition>
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</reference>
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    <definition>Carrying amount of the equity interests owned by noncontrolling shareholders, partners, or other equity holders in one or more of the entities included in the reporting entity's consolidated financial statements.</definition>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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</reference>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>The aggregate costs related to goods produced and sold and services rendered by an entity during the reporting period. This excludes costs incurred during the reporting period related to financial services rendered and other revenue generating activities.</definition>
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    <definition>The aggregate amount of noncash, equity-based employee remuneration. This may include the value of stock options, amortization of restricted stock, and adjustment for officers compensation. As noncash, this element is an add back when calculating net cash generated by operating activities using the indirect method.</definition>
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</reference>
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    <definition>Description containing the entire organization, consolidation and basis of presentation of financial statements disclosure.</definition>
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    <definition>The cash outflow from the entity's earnings to the shareholders.</definition>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>Total costs of sales and operating expenses for the period.</definition>
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    <definition>The amount of income (loss) from continuing operations per each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period.</definition>
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 -Section 04
 -Paragraph 18
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reference 3: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reference 4: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>Other Accumulate Comprehensive Income Net of Tax</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="dei_EntityFilerCategory">
    <definition>Indicate whether registrants are (1) Large accelerated filers, (2) Accelerated filers, (3) Non-accelerated filers, or (4) Smaller reporting companies. Definitions of these categories are stated in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. Is used on Form Type: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 20-F, 6-K, 10-K/A, 10-Q/A, 20-F/A, 6-K/A, N-CSR, N-Q, N-1A.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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    <definition>The effect of exchange rate changes on cash balances held in foreign currencies.</definition>
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</reference>
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  <Element Id="dei_CurrentFiscalYearEndDate">
    <definition>End date of current fiscal year</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="dei_EntityWellKnownSeasonedIssuer">
    <definition>Indicate "Yes" or "No" if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Is used on Form Type: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 20-F, 6-K, 10-K/A, 10-Q/A, 20-F/A, 6-K/A, N-CSR, N-Q, N-1A.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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    <definition>The net change during the reporting period in the aggregate value of all inventory held by the reporting entity, associated with underlying transactions that are classified as operating activities.</definition>
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</reference>
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    <definition>Value of issued common stock that may be calculated differently depending on whether the stock is issued at par value, no par or stated value. Note: elements for number of common shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity.</definition>
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</reference>
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    <definition>Sum of the amounts paid in advance for capitalized costs that will be expensed with the passage of time or the occurrence of a triggering event, and will be charged against earnings within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer.</definition>
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</reference>
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    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_NetCashProvidedByUsedInInvestingActivities">
    <definition>The net cash inflow (outflow) from investing activity.</definition>
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</reference>
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    <definition>Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events.</definition>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>The cash outflow to reacquire common stock during the period.</definition>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>The cash inflow from a debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer.</definition>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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</reference>
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    <definition>Revenue less expenses and taxes from the entity's ongoing operations and before income (loss) from discontinued operations, extraordinary items, impact of changes in accounting principles, minority interest, and various other reconciling adjustments.</definition>
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</reference>
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    <definition>The net change during the reporting period in income taxes, net.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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    <definition>Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet due to materiality considerations. Noncurrent assets are expected to be realized or consumed after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer).</definition>
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</reference>
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  <Element Id="dei_AmendmentFlag">
    <definition>If the value is true, then the document as an amendment to previously-filed/accepted document.</definition>
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    <definition>Total obligations incurred as part of normal operations that are expected to be paid during the following twelve months or within one business cycle, if longer.</definition>
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 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
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 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 21
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</reference>
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    <definition>Information about short-term and long-term debt arrangements, which includes amounts of borrowings under each line of credit, note payable, commercial paper issue, bonds indenture, debenture issue, and any other contractual agreement to repay funds, and about the underlying arrangements, rationale for a classification as long-term, including repayment terms, interest rates, collateral provided, restrictions on use of assets and activities, whether or not in compliance with debt covenants, and other matters important to users of the financial statements, such as the effects of refinancings and noncompliance with debt covenants.</definition>
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 -Paragraph 2, 4

Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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 -Paragraph 19, 20, 22
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</reference>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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</reference>
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    <definition>The net change during the reporting period in amount due within one year (or one business cycle) from customers for the credit sale of goods and services.</definition>
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 -Publisher FASB
 -Name Statement of Financial Accounting Standard (FAS)
 -Number 95
 -Paragraph 28

</reference>
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    <definition>The sum of the current income tax expense (benefit) and the deferred income tax expense (benefit) pertaining to continuing operations.</definition>
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 -Publisher SEC
 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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  <Element Id="dei_EntityCurrentReportingStatus">
    <definition>Indicate "Yes" or "No" whether registrants (1) have filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that registrants were required to file such reports), and (2) have been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Is used on Form Type: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 20-F, 6-K, 10-K/A, 10-Q/A, 20-F/A, 6-K/A, N-CSR, N-Q, N-1A.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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    <definition>Description of risk management strategies, derivatives in hedging activities and nonhedging derivative instruments, the assets, obligations, liabilities, revenues and expenses arising therefrom, and the amounts of and methodologies and assumptions used in determining the amounts of such items.</definition>
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    <definition>The cash inflow from the additional capital contribution to the entity.</definition>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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  <Element Id="us-gaap_PropertyPlantAndEquipmentNet">
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 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 13
 -Subparagraph a
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date, which is the cumulative amount paid, adjusted for any amortization recognized prior to adoption of SFAS 142 and for any impairment charges, in excess of the fair value of net assets acquired in one or more business combination transactions.</definition>
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</reference>
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    <definition>Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are expected to be realized in cash, sold, or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events.</definition>
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 -Paragraph 9
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</reference>
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    <definition>The cash outflow associated with the acquisition of a business, net of the cash acquired from the purchase.</definition>
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</reference>
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    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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    <definition>Total of all Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity items.</definition>
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 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
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 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 32
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</reference>
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    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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    <definition>The aggregate total costs related to selling a firm's product and services, as well as all other general and administrative expenses. Direct selling expenses (for example, credit, warranty, and advertising) are expenses that can be directly linked to the sale of specific products. Indirect selling expenses are expenses that cannot be directly linked to the sale of specific products, for example telephone expenses, Internet, and postal charges. General and administrative expenses include salaries of nonsales personnel, rent, utilities, communication, etc.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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</reference>
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    <definition>The aggregate amount of noninterest income from investments (for example, dividends).</definition>
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</reference>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>The cash outflow for the return on capital for noncontrolled interest in the entity.</definition>
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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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    <definition>The end date of the period covered in the document, in CCYY-MM-YY format.</definition>
    <reference>No authoritative reference available.</reference>
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    <definition>Represents the caption on the face of the balance sheet to indicate that the entity has entered into (1) purchase or supply arrangements that will require expending a portion of its resources to meet the terms thereof, and (2) is exposed to potential losses or, less frequently, gains, arising from (a) possible claims against a company's resources due to future performance under contract terms, and (b) possible losses or likely gains from uncertainties that will ultimately be resolved when one or more future events that are deemed likely to occur do occur or fail to occur. This caption alerts the reader that one or more notes to the financial statements disclose pertinent information about the entity's commitments and contingencies.</definition>
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 -Section 02
 -Paragraph 25
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 -Name Regulation S-X (SX)
 -Number 210
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