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Indebtedness (Details) (Lines of credit, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Aug. 31, 2012 | Aug. 31, 2011
Short-term loan agreement |  |
Outstanding balance | 1.6 | 1.0
Fixed interest rate (as a percent) | 1.80% |
Variable interest rate (as a percent) | 1.80% |
Total unused amounts on facility | 6.5 | 7.3
Minimum |  |
Short-term loan agreement |  |
Maturity term | 6 months | 6 months
Fixed interest rate (as a percent) |  | 1.30%
Maximum |  |
Short-term loan agreement |  |
Maturity term | 8 months | 8 months
Fixed interest rate (as a percent) |  | 1.70%

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