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Inventories
6 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2011
Inventories  
Inventories

Note 3. Inventories

 

(In thousands)

   April 30, 2011      October 31, 2010  

Raw materials

   $ 56,668       $ 47,411   

Work-in-process

     9,093         8,937   

Finished goods

     183,621         171,554   
                 
   $ 249,382       $ 227,902   
                 

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Cost is computed using standard cost that approximates actual cost, on a first-in, first-out basis.