GOODWILL AND ACQUIRED INTANGIBLE ASSETS (Details 3) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
Jun. 02, 2012
Expected Amortization [Line Items]
Fiscal year 2011	$ 5,874
Fiscal year 2012	5,883
Fiscal year 2013	5,681
Fiscal year 2014	5,626
Fiscal year 2015	$ 5,486

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