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Leases (Narrative) (Details) | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2019
Minimum [Member] |
Remaining lease terms | 1 year
Period in which leases have termination option | 1 month
Maximum [Member] |
Remaining lease terms | 17 years

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