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FRESH START ACCOUNTING - Property, Plant and Equipment (Details) $ in Millions | Oct. 31, 2020 USD ($)
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Fresh-Start Adjustment [Line Items] |
Total PP&E | $ 2,682
Proved oil and natural gas properties |
Fresh-Start Adjustment [Line Items] |
Total PP&E | 2,409
Facilities and other |
Fresh-Start Adjustment [Line Items] |
Total PP&E | $ 273

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