Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities Foreign Currency Exchange and Option Contracts Narrative (Details)	Dec. 31, 2013
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Foreign currency exposure hedged for forecasted sales in next three months	70.00%
Foreign currency exposure hedged for forecasted sales in next twelve months	50.00%

Percentage of Foreign Currency Exposure Hedged For Forecasted Sales In Next Twelve Months

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