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Commitments and Contingent Liabilities - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2016 USD ($) Jurisdiction
Commitments And Contingent Liabilities [Line Items] |
Number of jurisdiction | Jurisdiction | 30
Letter of Credit [Member] |
Commitments And Contingent Liabilities [Line Items] |
Letter of credit, outstanding | $ | $ 422.9

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- Definition The total amount of the contingent obligation under letters of credit outstanding as of the reporting date. + References No definition available. + Details
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- Details
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