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Description of Business and Significant Accounting Policies (Tables) | 12 Months Ended
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Apr. 28, 2017
Accounting Policies [Abstract] |
Property and Equipment Depreciation Life | Depreciation and amortization is computed using the straight-line method, generally over the following periods:
|  | Depreciation Life
Buildings and improvements |  | 10 to 40 years
Furniture and fixtures |  | 5 years
Computer, production, engineering and other equipment |  | 2 to 3 years
Computer software |  | 3 to 5 years
Leasehold improvements |  | Shorter of remaining lease term or useful life

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