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FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS - Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Details) - Net Investment Hedging - Other comprehensive income (loss) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2022 | Mar. 31, 2021
Cross-currency swaps |  |
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) |  |
Gains and (losses) on derivative instruments | $ 31 | $ 44
Foreign currency-denominated debt |  |
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) |  |
Gains and (losses) on derivative instruments | $ 31 | $ 25

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