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Correction of Errors - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 9 Months Ended
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Jul. 31, 2013
Adjusted Earnings Before Interest Taxes Depreciation And Amortization And Other Non Cash Items [Abstract] |
Correction of prior period errors, net of tax | $ 9.6

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