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Fair Value of Financial Instruments - Derivative Fair Value Measurements, Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
	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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