Current and Expected Amortization Expense of Intangible Assets (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Nov. 30, 2012
Expected Amortization Expense [Line Items]
Amortization expense for the year ended November 30, 2012	$ 52
Estimated amortization expense for the year ending November 30:
2013	21
2014	16
2015	6
2016	0
2017	$ 0

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The aggregate expense charged against earnings to allocate the cost of intangible assets (nonphysical assets not used in production) in a systematic and rational manner to the periods expected to benefit from such assets. As a noncash expense, this element is added back to net income when calculating cash provided by or used in operations using the indirect method.

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Amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during the next fiscal year following the latest fiscal year for assets, excluding financial assets and goodwill, lacking physical substance with a finite life.

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Amount of amortization expense expected to be recognized during the fifth fiscal year following the latest fiscal year for assets, excluding financial assets and goodwill, lacking physical substance with a finite life.

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