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Leases - Other Information Related to Leases (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions |  | 12 Months Ended
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Jan. 01, 2019 | Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Supplemental cash flows information: |  |  |
Operating cash flows from operating leases |  | $ 63 | $ 53
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations 1) |  |  |
Operating leases | $ 188 | $ 50 | $ 279
Weighted average remaining lease term |  |  |
Operating leases (in years) |  | 6 years | 6 years
Weighted average discount rate: |  |  |
Operating Lease, Weighted Average Discount Rate, Percent |  | 3.00% | 3.00%

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