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Accounting Policy (Narrative) (Details) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Description Of Business And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract] |
Excess tax benefit (deficiency) on stock based compensation recognized in provision for income taxes | $ 448

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- Definition Excess tax benefit or deficiency recorded to the provision for income taxes in the consolidated statement of income, instead of additional paid-in capital in the consolidated statement of income. Additionally, excess tax benefits will be classified as operating activities in in the consolidated statement of cash flow. + References No definition available. + Details
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