Subsequent Event (Details) (Other, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014
Other
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Purchase price paid	$ 172

Business Acquisition, Cost of Acquired Entity, Cash Paid Including Debt

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Balance Type:	debit
Period Type:	instant