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Separation Transaction - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions |  | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 29, 2016 | Sep. 30, 2016 USD ($) | Sep. 30, 2016 USD ($)
Separation Transaction [Line Items] |  |  |
Separation based on pro rata distribution percentage on common stock | 80.10% |  |
Percentage of common stock retained |  |  | 19.90%
Reverse stock split ratio |  |  | 0.33
Capital expenditure incurred |  | $ 60 | $ 81
Selling, General Administrative, and Other Expenses [Member] |  |  |
Separation Transaction [Line Items] |  |  |
Costs related to separation transaction, pre-tax |  | 55 | 118
Costs related to separation transaction, after-tax |  | 44 | $ 98
Cost related to separation transaction, inception to date |  | 142 |
Other Expense [Member] |  |  |
Separation Transaction [Line Items] |  |  |
Debt issuance and capital expenditures |  | $ 81 |

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