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LONG-TERM DEBT - Certain Covenants and Events of Default (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Debt Disclosure [Abstract] |
Maximum borrowing capacity prior to application of fixed charge coverage ratio | $ 50.0
Percentage of outstanding debt prior to application of fixed charge coverage ratio, percent | 9.00%
Number of consecutive business days before Liquidity Event | 5 days
Fixed charge coverage ratio required for four consecutive quarters, minimum | 1.00
Number of consecutive calendar days before end of Liquidity Event | 30 days

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