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SEVERANCE (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Aug. 31, 2014	Aug. 31, 2013	Aug. 31, 2012
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Severance costs	$ 3.7	$ 6.1	$ 25.6
Liability related to termination benefits	$ 0.9	$ 2.8

Amount of expenses for special or contractual termination benefits provided to current employees involuntarily terminated under a benefit arrangement associated exit or disposal activities pursuant to an authorized plan. Excludes expenses related to one-time termination benefits, a discontinued operation or an asset retirement obligation.

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