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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND CASH FLOW INFORMATION (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Jul. 31, 2015 | Jul. 31, 2014
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND CASH FLOW INFORMATION |  |
Transfer of inventory to equipment on operating leases | $ 468 | $ 499
Accounts payable related to purchases of property and equipment | $ 42 | $ 50

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