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Commitments and Contingencies (Additional Information) (Details 1) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2017 USD ($)
Fiscal Years 2009 Through 2011 [Member]
Loss Contingencies Line Items
Potential additional income tax payment due	$ 28.6
Fiscal Years 2012 through 2014 [Member]
Loss Contingencies Line Items
Potential additional income tax payment due	$ 5.3

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