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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2011
Dec. 31, 2010
Dec. 31, 2009
Significant Accounting Policies Other Details [Abstract]      
Date of completion of goodwill impairment test March 31, 2011    
Useful lives of intangible assets, minimum 2    
Useful lives of intangible assets, maximum 24    
Research and development expense $ 1,799 $ 1,450 $ 1,321
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets at Fair Value, Valuation Techniques We recognize changes in the fair value of plan assets and net actuarial gains or losses in excess of 10 percent of the greater of the market-related value of plan assets or the plans’ projected benefit obligation (the corridor) annually in the fourth quarter each year (MTM Adjustment).    
Buildings and improvements [Member]
     
Property Plant And Equipment Details [Line Items]      
Estimated Useful Lives Minimum 10    
Estimated Useful Lives Maximum 50    
Machinery and Equipment [Member]
     
Property Plant And Equipment Details [Line Items]      
Estimated Useful Lives Minimum 2    
Estimated Useful Lives Maximum 16