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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Merchandise Inventories (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Sep. 02, 2012
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Aug. 28, 2011
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| Schedule of Inventory [Line Items] | ||
| Merchandise inventories | $ 7,096 | $ 6,638 |
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UNITED STATES
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| Schedule of Inventory [Line Items] | ||
| United States (primarily LIFO) | 4,967 | 4,548 |
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Foreign
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| Schedule of Inventory [Line Items] | ||
| Foreign (FIFO) | $ 2,129 | $ 2,090 |
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- Definition
The amount of FIFO (first in first out) inventory present at the reporting date when inventory is also valued using different valuation methods. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying amount (lower of cost or market) as of the balance sheet date of inventories less all valuation and other allowances. Excludes noncurrent inventory balances (expected to remain on hand past one year or one operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of LIFO (last in first out) inventory present at the reporting date when inventory is also valued using different valuation methods. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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