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Operating Expenses, Depreciation and Amortization - Summary of Depreciation and Amortization Recognized (Detail) - MXN ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015
Depreciation and amortisation expense [abstract] |  |  |
Depreciation and amortization expense included in cost of sales | $ 14,146 | $ 14,180 | $ 13,154
Depreciation and amortization expense included in administrative, selling and distribution and logistics expenses | 1,846 | 1,811 | 1,504
Depreciation and amortization | $ 15,992 | $ 15,991 | $ 14,658

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