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Operating Leases - Narrative (Detail) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2016 ft² Location | Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
Leases [Abstract] |  |
Area of operating lease | ft² | 42,400 |
Number of office space locations | Location | 2 |
Operating lease expense excluding rent | $ |  | $ 0.4

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