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Note Fair value measurement (Assets measured at fair value on nonrecurring basis) (Parenthetical) (Detail) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2017 USD ($)
Hurricane |
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items] |
Write-down | $ 2.7

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