EARNINGS PER SHARE AND TREASURY STOCK TRANSACTIONS (Details 3) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 03, 2012
Stock Repurchase Program [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount	$ 200,771
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount	$ 250,000

The remaining repurchase amount authorized by an entity's Board of Directors under a stock repurchase plan.

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