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Share-Based Compensation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2014
Number of stock options granted | 16.4
Number of restricted share units granted | 5.4
Weighted average fair value of stock options granted | $ 11.09
Weighed average fair value of restricted share units granted | $ 46.57
Stock Options [Member] |
Unrecognized pretax compensation expense on nonvested awards | $ 356
Restricted Share Units [Member] |
Unrecognized pretax compensation expense on nonvested awards | $ 489

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