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Other Operating Income, Net (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2024 | Sep. 30, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] |  |
Gain on sale of investment | $ 1,300 |
Noncash asset and portfolio rationalization charge | 50 | $ 0
South Texas Cement Business |  |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] |  |
Gain on sale of investment | 1,300 |
Noncash asset and portfolio rationalization charge | $ 50 |

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