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Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities (Changes in AOCI Related to Derivative Gains (Losses)) (Details) (USD $) In Millions |  |  | 3 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2011 | Jun. 30, 2011 | Sep. 30, 2011 Deferred Gain (Loss) On Hedging Activities [Member] | Sep. 30, 2010 Deferred Gain (Loss) On Hedging Activities [Member]
Balance of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) at beginning of period | $ (374) | $ 176 | $ 29 | $ 30
Unrealized gains |  |  | 6 | 112
Gains reclassified to earnings |  |  | (3) | (71)
Tax effect |  |  | (2) | (15)
Balance of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) at End of period | $ (374) | $ 176 | $ 30 | $ 56

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