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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Exit or Disposal Cost Obligations) (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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May 31, 2017 | Aug. 31, 2018 | Aug. 31, 2017
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES [Abstract] |  |  |
Exit obligation, Other long-term liabilities | $ 496,000 |  |
Current exit obligation |  | $ 0 |
Exit obligation, Warehouse expenses |  | $ 1,000,000 | $ 1,400,000

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