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Divestitures (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2012
Divestitures [Abstract] |  |
Proceeds from Sales of Producing Properties and Acreage | $ 580 | $ 1,112

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