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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Inventory) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Mar. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |
Total inventory | $ 351 | $ 340
Southern California Edison |  |
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |
Materials and supplies, and spare parts | 333 | 319
Fuel | 18 | 21
Total inventory | $ 351 | $ 340

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