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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Revenue Recognition) (Narrative) (Details) | 12 Months Ended
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Aug. 31, 2017 USD ($)
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES [Abstract] |
Platinum membership rebate | 2.00%
Maximum Platinum membership rebate | $ 500
Platinum membership recorded liability | 100.00%
Platinum membership redemption rate | 100.00%

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