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EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS - Asset Allocations by Asset Category and Level of Valuation Inputs with in Fair Value Hierarchy (Detail) (Defined Benefit Pension, USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Jan. 03, 2015
Dec. 28, 2013
Fair Value    
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Line Items]    
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