Depreciation and Amortization (Tables)

6 Months Ended

Feb. 28, 2017

Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization [Abstract]

Depreciation and Amortization by Major Category

The Company has recorded the following depreciation and amortization expense in the Consolidated Condensed Statements of Earnings (in millions):

	Three Months Ended				Six Months Ended
	February 28, 2017		February 29, 2016		February 28, 2017		February 29, 2016
Depreciation expense	$	332	$	346	$	666	$	644
Intangible asset and other amortization	81		96		165		180
Total depreciation and amortization expense	$	413	$	442	$	831	$	824