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Fair Value of Financial Instruments - Derivative Fair Value Measurements, Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2020 USD ($)
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract] |
Total derivative assets valued with prices provided by models and other valuation techniques (as a percent) | 15.00%
Total derivative liabilities valued with prices provided by models and other valuation techniques (as a percent) | 10.00%
Decrease in cost of operations | $ 2

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