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Pension and Postretirement Health Care Plans - Schedule of Expected Amortization of Amounts in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Jan. 30, 2016 USD ($)
Pretax |
Net actuarial loss | $ 46
Prior service credits | (11)
Total amortization expense | 35
Net of Tax |
Net actuarial loss | 28
Prior service credits | (7)
Total amortization expense | $ 21

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