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Basis of Presentation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jan. 31, 2022	Apr. 30, 2021
Basis of Presentation [Abstract]
Intercompany receivables	$ 122.4	$ 188.8

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Amount of intercompany receivables.

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Balance Type:	debit
Period Type:	instant

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