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Asset Acquisitions, Dispositions and Other - Distribution of Shares of California Resources (Details) $ in Millions | 1 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2016 USD ($)
Spin-off California Resources Corp |
Acquisitions, dispositions and other transactions |
Impairment charges related to a special stock dividend of California Resources shares | $ 78

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