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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies -Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests (Details) $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2022 USD ($)
AOCI Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] |
Balance as of December 31, 2021 | $ 0
Cash distributions to redeemable noncontrolling interests | (2)
Comprehensive income attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests | 6
Balance as of June 30, 2022 | $ 4

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