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General - Other (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Feb. 29, 2016 | Feb. 28, 2015
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract] |  |
Fees, taxes and charges collected by us from our guests | $ 136 | $ 135
Cost of Property Repairs and Maintenance | $ 242 | $ 250

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