Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Provision For Impaired Assets And Closing Costs, Net) (Details) (USD $) In Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
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Aug. 28, 2011 | Aug. 29, 2010 | Aug. 30, 2009 | |
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| Warehouse closing expenses | $ 8 | $ 6 | $ 9 |
| Impairment of long-lived assets | 1 | 2 | 8 |
| Provision for Impaired Assets and Closing Costs, Net | $ 9 | $ 8 | $ 17 |
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- Definition The charge against earnings in the period, comprised of costs incurred associated with an exit or disposal activity other than for a discontinued operations as defined under generally accepted accounting principles. Costs of such activities include those for one-time termination benefits, termination of an operating lease or other contract, consolidating or closing facilities, and relocating employees, and costs associated with an ongoing benefit arrangement, but excludes costs associated with the retirement of a long-lived asset. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition The aggregate amount of write-downs for impairments recognized during the period for long lived assets held for use (including those held for disposal by means other than sale). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition Amount charged against earnings in the period for incurred and estimated costs associated with exit from or disposal of business activities or restructurings pursuant to a duly authorized plan, excluding asset retirement obligations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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