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Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Apr. 30, 2016 | Jan. 30, 2016
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] |  |
Proceeds from Legal Settlements | $ 161 | $ 75
Proceeds from legal settlements, received | 127 |
Future Proceeds from Legal Settlements | $ 34 |

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