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FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS - Summary of Change in Fair Value of Contingent Consideration (Details) - MYR GmbH - Contingent Consideration - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward] |  |
Beginning balance | $ 228 | $ 275
Changes in valuation assumptions | 0 | (3)
Effect of foreign exchange remeasurement | (6) | 5
Ending balance | $ 222 | $ 277

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