Basis of Presentation and Principles of Consolidation (Details)	Mar. 30, 2012
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Maximum percent of ownership to exercise significant influence	50.00%

Equity Method Investment, Percentage of Ownership Used to Account for Investments, Maximum

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