Basis Of Presentation And Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Basis Of Presentation And Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements [Abstract]
Net unrealized gain or loss on foreign-currency transactions of intercompany loan hedges	$ (2)	$ (4)

Net unrealized gain or loss on foreign-currency transactions of intercompany loan hedges.

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