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Pending Merger with Nielsen - Additional Information (Detail) (Nielsen Holdings, USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Nielsen Holdings
 
Business Acquisition [Line Items]  
Merger costs $ 5.2
Net of tax impact to net income $ 4.9