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Stockholders' Equity - Restricted and Performance Awards (Details) - Restricted stock and performance awards - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] |  |  |
Fair value of restricted shares granted | $ 34 | $ 28 | $ 25
Fair value of restricted shares vested | $ 22 | $ 39 | $ 24

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