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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended |
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Nov. 04, 2018 | Oct. 29, 2017
Derivative, Term of Contract (months) | 3 months |
Cash Equivalent, Maturity Period (months) | 3 months |
Buildings and Leasehold Improvements [Member] | Minimum [Member] |  |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life (years) | 15 years |
Buildings and Leasehold Improvements [Member] | Maximum [Member] |  |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life (years) | 40 years |
Machinery and Equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member] |  |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life (years) | 3 years |
Machinery and Equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member] |  |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life (years) | 10 years |
Distributor Credit and Sales Return Allowances [Member] |  |
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Current | $ 161 | $ 208

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