Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	May 31, 2016	Aug. 31, 2015
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Outstanding surety bonds	$ 24
Letters of credit outstanding	$ 39	$ 41

The total amount of the contingent obligation under letters of credit outstanding as of the reporting date.

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Namespace Prefix:	us-gaap_
Data Type:	xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type:	credit
Period Type:	instant