EARNINGS PER SHARE AND TREASURY STOCK TRANSACTIONS (Details 3) (USD $) In Thousands	9 Months Ended
Aug. 27, 2011
Stock Repurchase Program [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount	$ 215,519
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount	$ 250,000

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