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Note 13 Unrecognized Stock-based Compensation Expense (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2017 USD ($)
Restricted stock units |
Unrecognized Compensation Cost [Line Items] |
Unrecognized Compensation Expense | $ 41.9
Weighted Average Period of Recognition (Years) | 1 year 6 months
Performance Shares | Vesting not probable |
Unrecognized Compensation Cost [Line Items] |
Unrecognized Compensation Expense | $ 9.4

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