Consolidated Statements of Operations (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Nov. 30, 2014
Consolidated Statements of Operations
Gain (Loss) from sale of assets net of tax	$ 28

Represents the amount of loss from sale of assets net of tax.

No definition available.

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