Basis of Presentation - Additional Information (Details) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
Aug. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Income tax deficiency recognized	$ 0.2

Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Share-based Compensation, Excess Tax Deficiency, Amount

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