Business Combinations (Details) $ in Millions	Nov. 24, 2015 USD ($)
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Business Combination Termination Fee Per Definitive Agreement	$ 88.5

Business Combination Termination Fee Per Definitive Agreement

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