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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Nov. 30, 2013 | Nov. 30, 2012 | Nov. 30, 2011
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] |  |  |
Consolidation, ownership percentage | 50.00% |  |
Adjustment amounts on gross basis in revenues and expenses | $ 517 | $ 477 | $ 405
Advertising expenses | $ 588 | $ 527 | $ 527
Minimum |  |  |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] |  |  |
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage | 20.00% |  |
Maximum |  |  |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] |  |  |
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage | 50.00% |  |

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