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Inventories (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Raw materials	$ 1,345,087	$ 1,412,948
Work in process	495,501	548,096
Finished goods	326,209	341,111
Inventories	$ 2,166,797	$ 2,302,155

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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