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Derivative Instruments (Narrative) (Detail) $ in Millions | Mar. 31, 2022 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
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Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Cash collateral posted to derivative counterparties | $ 0 | $ 0
Securities posted as collateral to derivative counterparties | $ 124 | $ 159
Number of credit support annexes | 1 | 1
Fair value of Credit Support Annex |  | $ 1

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