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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
Discounts and issuance costs of long term debt | $ 17 | $ 6 | $ 19
Southern California Edison |  |  |
Discounts and issuance costs of long term debt | $ 17 | $ 2 | $ 19

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