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Overview and Basis of Presentation (Textuals) (Details) | 12 Months Ended
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Nov. 04, 2018 segment
Number of reportable segments | 4
Fiscal period end | 52- or 53-week
Ordinary Shares [Member] |
Share Exchange Ratio | 1

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