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The expected number of positions to be eliminated as a result of restructuring activities.

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The number of positions eliminated as of the balance sheet date since inception of the restructuring plan(s).

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Amount of expenses associated with exit or disposal activities pursuant to an authorized plan. Excludes expenses related to a discontinued operation or an asset retirement obligation.

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Significant Restructuring Costs - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended		39 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019 USD ($) Employees Plant	Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019 Employees Plant
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and impairment costs \| $	$ 111	$ 0
Number of employees to be severed			11,200
Number of employees severed	8,100		8,100
Number of plants to be closed \| Plant			9
Plants closed \| Plant	8		8
Building Technologies & Solutions
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Number of employees to be severed			9,000
Number of plants to be closed \| Plant			9
Corporate Segment
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Number of employees to be severed			2,200