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Inventories (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2012	Aug. 31, 2012
Inventory Disclosure [Line Items]
Raw materials	$ 1,595,422	$ 1,534,182
Work in process	536,593	444,721
Finished goods	333,786	290,046
Inventories	$ 2,465,801	$ 2,268,949

Carrying amount, net of reserves and adjustments, as of the balance sheet date of merchandise or goods which are partially completed. This inventory is generally comprised of raw materials, labor and factory overhead costs, which require further materials, labor and overhead to be converted into finished goods, and which generally require the use of estimates to determine percentage complete and pricing.

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