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Short-Term Investments (Components Of Short-Term Investments) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Jun. 30, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments $ 944 $ 1,503
Canadian Province And Government Securities [Member]
   
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 644 1,155
U.S. Treasuries [Member]
   
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 300 201
Other
   
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   $ 147