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LEASES - Other Information (Details) | Apr. 30, 2020
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Weighted-average remaining lease term (years): |
Operating leases | 11 years 4 months 24 days
Finance leases | 4 years
Weighted-average discount rate: |
Operating leases | 3.81%
Finance leases | 3.46%

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