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Business Combinations - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($) Acquisition
Business Combinations [Abstract] |
Number of strategic acquisition | Acquisition | 2
Total consideration, net of cash acquired | $ 243
Goodwill and amortizable intangible assets | 112
Property, plant, and equipment | 63
Net working capital | 85
Finance and operating lease liabilities | $ 17

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