v3.25.4
Expense Example, No Redemption - AMERICAN BALANCED FUND
Feb. 27, 2026
USD ($)
Class C  
Prospectus [Line Items]  
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Year $ 132
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Years 412
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Years 713
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Years 1,361
Class 529-C  
Prospectus [Line Items]  
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Year 137
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Years 428
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Years 739
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Years $ 1,127