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summary Of Significant Accounting Policies - (Schedule of Components of Investments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Mar. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021
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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |
Investments | $ 416 | $ 402
Catalyst [Member] |  |
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |
Investments | $ 361 | 368
Percentage Of Interest In Investments | 50.00% |
Other Member |  |
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |  |
Investments | $ 55 | $ 34

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