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Note 9 -Debt and Revolving Lines of Credit (Detail) - The Westinghouse Bonds (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended |
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Nov. 30, 2011
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Aug. 31, 2011
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| Westinghouse Bonds | $ 1,654,813 | $ 1,679,836 |
| Increase in debt due to foreign currency translation adjustments since date of issuance | 574,813 | 599,836 |
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Westinghouse Bonds - Coupon Rate 2.2% [Member]
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| Westinghouse Bonds | 426,875 | 426,875 |
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Westinghouse Bonds - .7% plus JPY LIBOR [Member]
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| Westinghouse Bonds | 653,125 | 653,125 |
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Total [Member]
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| Westinghouse Bonds | $ 1,654,813 | $ 1,679,836 |