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Information About Liberty's Operating Segments (Other Information By Segment) (Details)

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Information About Liberty's Operating Segments (Other Information By Segment) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Operating Activities And Reporting Information By Segment [Line Items]    
Assets $ 33,845 $ 34,542
Investments in affiliates, accounted for using the equity method 3,298 3,299
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets 153  
SIRIUS XM
   
Operating Activities And Reporting Information By Segment [Line Items]    
Assets 28,011  
Investments in affiliates, accounted for using the equity method 239  
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets 87  
Corporate And Other
   
Operating Activities And Reporting Information By Segment [Line Items]    
Assets 5,834  
Investments in affiliates, accounted for using the equity method 3,059  
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets $ 66