Business Finance – Management

HW2 SS12020ECON125Please answer the following multiple-choice questions:1. What best describes the economic standing of the colonies on the eve of theRevolution?a. The colonies were one of the richest nations in the world and had verylittle income inequality because of the many opportunities that existed.b. The colonies had a low per capita income and had little incomeinequality.c. The colonies were one of the richest nations in the world and had asignificant amount of income inequality.d. The colonies had a low per capita income and had a significant amountof income inequality.2. Today _________ countries generate average income levels that approach theearnings of free Americans on the eve of the revolution.. nob. relatively fewc. manyd. most3. The standard of living (measured by what one can purchase with after-taxincome) of free Americans on the eve of the Revolution was ______.a. lower than in 18th -century England, and lower than most people in the“Third World” today.b. higher than in 18th -century England, and higher than most people inthe “Third World” today.c. lower than in 18th century England, but higher than most people in the“Third World” today.d. higher than in 18th- century England, but lower than most people in the“Third World” today.4. The best estimate for the size of overseas trade as a proportion of national incomein 1774 is:a. 0%-5%.b. 15%-20%.c. about 50%.d. 70%-75%. 5. When the colonies obtained independence, they were no longer bound by anumber of English laws, including the Navigation Acts which restricted andregulated trade. What best describes the impact of the removal of the NavigationActs for commodities that were imported from England?a. A shift out of the supply curve and a shift back in the demand curve,which lowered prices.b. A shift out in the supply curve, which decreased the price and increasedthe quantity.c. A shift back in both the supply and demand curves, which decreasedquantity.d. A shift back in the demand curve, which lowered both price andquantity.6. The pace of settlement of the Old Northwest (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, …) wasdetermined primarily by the prices ofa. soybeans, sorghum, and potatoes.b. gold and silver.c. corn, hogs, and wheat.d. cattle, leather, and cheese.7. What would best characterize the relationship between corn prices, wheat pricesand the public sale of western land (OH, IL, IN, MI, IA, WI, MO) between 1815-1860?a. All three were very positively correlated.b. Land sales increased first, which drew people to move and producemore crops, which increased the crop prices.c. As land sales increased, corn prices increased and wheat pricesdecreased as farmers substituted from wheat to corn.d. Land sales were negatively related to both the wheat and corn prices.8. What best describes westward movement of population between 1800-1860?a. The 1850s was the decade when the largest number of people moved tothe west.b. The large increase in and sales in this period was based on speculation.c. Migrants moved to the west because they were “pushed” out of theeast, where conditions were getting worse.d. Corn prices were relatively low in the decades when migration to thewest was largest.9. What is not a benefit from the lower costs of transportation that were achievedthrough advances in railroads, canals and steamboats?a. Free rider problems were reduced.b. Farmers gained larger shares of the selling price of their crops.c. Consumers paid decreasing shares of the purchase price forransportation and marketing costs.d. New unsettled areas were profitably cleared and added to the nation’seconomic activity.0. One of the most important reasons for the economic growth of the U.S. in theantebellum period was market unification and falling costs of trade. Samuel F. B.Morse contributed significantly to these trends. Morse is most recognized for:a. Inventing the telegraph.b. Inventing the steam engine.c. Developing the technology to power railroad engines.d. Overseeing the building of the Erie Canal.Please answer the following short response questions. Please use 2- 4 completeentences (equations and math, if necessary) for each question (more is okay):Please show the movements to the following questions (11-14) using a Supply-Demandgraph, and then justify your answers as well:11. A. Increases in productivity due to changes in technological capacityB. Assume tobacco is a normal good; Incomes of New Englanders increaseC. Tobacco prices fell dramatically in the early 1600s in spite of demand increases12. The U.S. terminated its role in the slave trade in the early 1800s. What is the bestassessment of what would have happened had the U.S. not ended the slavetrade?13. What would be the impact of a virus that infected the Midwestern corn crop?14. Describe the impact of the cotton gin.15. For the following scenarios; 1) Please tell us if this activity produces anyxternalities, 2) Is the externality positive, negative, or both.a. an iron smelting factory emits sulfur dioxide into the airb. the owner of a steamboat company dredges a river in order to improvenavigationc. a group of investors starts a business specializing in transporting goodsvia clipper shipd. flatboat operators purchase steamboat tickets in order to return to theirhomes upstream

This is the task that you received in Week 4.Located in Illinois for the last 8 years, your organization is a medium-sized company in the medical supplies industry. The Vice President of Operations stopped in your office to discuss a recent loss of staff. He said he has lost 3 key leaders in the last 4 months. In addition to 2 more employees he fired, several frontline workers have quit. As a good HR Director, you recognize that it would be wise to do a complete investigation of the turnover.In a maximum of 2 double-spaced pages, explain:a) How would you evaluate whether the experienced turnover is a problem?b) What data/metrics would you gather and consider from the HRIS (Human Resource Information System) and/or external sources?Consult additional sources in the HR literature, beyond the course readings, to formulate your response.Part B (BT Green Case, 20% of the assignment value)Refer to the BT Green case again, the one you received in Week 3. You had a chance to discuss the legal risk for the organization in the first assignment. You’ve responded to the CEO and received feedback about your assessment. The company decided to let Mr. Banks go. Considering the materialyou’ve read in Weeks 1-6, now respond to the terminated employee.1. Describe the desired outcome (or goal) for your response.2. Identify the issues you will consider in crafting your response.3. Explain how you will convey the information to the employee (i.e., in writing, verbally, through technology, in person) and why you chose this method. 4. Write what you will say.Limit your response to a maximum of 2 double-spaced pages of text.Part C (Knowledge of Weeks 4-6 Readings) (40% of assignment value)Please answer the following questions within a maximum of 2 double-spaced pages. Note the limit requires you to be concise in synthesizing all the input from the classroom material and any external literature you gather.1. Assume an organization wants to gauge the success of its total rewards program. Discuss at least two possible metrics or outcomes it might use. Be sure to explain why you chose the metrics you discuss and how they are indicative of a successful total rewards program.2. Given what you have learned about employee relations and labor relations, explain whether it is possible for an HR practitioner to be an effective advocate for both employees and the organization at the same time? Why or why not?

All references should be in correct APA style  No plagiarism very  important 250 words. Read the caNewse attached and answer the following questions belowWho benefits from government subsidies to Boeing and Airbus? Who loses?Under what circumstances, if any, should national governments subsidize the development of new technologies?Need responses to teammates discussions  150 words ( The idea is to create a discussion-like atmosphere among students. Please note that replies such as “I like what you said,” “That’s a good comment,” and “I disagree with your comment” do not count as a complete reply. You must substantiate these general statements by stating specific reasons that support your opinions, adding additional, relevant thoughts, and/or providing alternative ideas. Courtesy in any disagreement is expected; thus, personal attacks are not acceptable and will affect your grade. )  

Complete the leadership self-assessment: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_50.htmThis will identify your leadership effectiveness and explore where your skills need further development. Utilize the results by reading the Score Interpretation.Write a 2-page summary using the APA style of writing to analyze your current leadership skills based on what you have learned in this course and the survey.

Consider a product you own and use regularly today (smart phone, e-reader, power tool, etc.). With the rapid pace of technological change, you may ask yourself how this product will change in 5 or 10 years instead of whether it will change. It may be realistic to wonder if a ubiquitous product of today could be replaced and obsolete in that amount of time. Compare the pace of change to older products such as typewriters, which sold commercially for decades without experiencing much change at all until improvements in computers, word processors, and printers rendered typewriters nearly obsolete. Similarly, services such as milk or ice delivery may have been common at one point in time but no longer exist today. As companies examine their products and services, they need to anticipate the impact of product life cycles. Each stage of the product life cycle (introductory, growth, maturity, and decline) has its unique marketing needs, which require different promotional and pricing strategies.]For this Assignment, you will apply concepts of the product life cycle, branding, pricing tactics, and distribution channel. Consider how products are improved in order to extend their product life cycle. What are some ways to make an existing product more appealing to consumers?Consider the following scenario:Generic Electronics is introducing a new electronic device with cutting-edge technology. The managers are expecting the product life cycle, from introduction to decline, will last about 3 years before this device is replaced by a newer version of the technology.To prepare for this Assignment:Review this week’s Learning Resources.Review the scenario of Generic Electronics.Refer to the Academic Writing Expectations for 2000/3000-Level Courses as you compose your Assignment.By Day 7Submit your responses to the following prompts.What type of brand message should Generic Electronics send to its potential customers? Explain your answer. (75 words, or 1 paragraph)How should Generic’s marketing managers adjust this device’s branding throughout the four stages of the product life cycle (PLC)? In your response, be sure to briefly describe each stage of the product life cycle. (150–225 words, or 2–3 paragraphs)During the introductory stage of this device, which pricing strategy should Generic Electronics use? When the device hits the maturity stage, how should the pricing strategy be different? (75 words, or 1 paragraph)Which distribution channel should Generic Electronics use? The options are direct sales (i.e., business to consumer, or B2C) through the company’s eCommerce and mCommerce sites, or indirectly (i.e., business to business, or B2B) through other retailers such as Best Buy and Amazon. Discuss the pros and cons of these options. (150–225 words, or 2–3 paragraphs)Why is it important for Generic Electronics to have an integrated marketing communication plan? (75–150 words, or 1–2 paragraphs)How should Generic’s marketing managers ensure they are utilizing integrated marketing communication and are sending consistent messages throughout the different traditional and digital marketing channels? (75–150 words, or 1–2 paragraphs)

You are about to submit the FINAL DRAFT of your EXAMPLE MEMO. Before you proceed, be certain your memo has been proofread, which means all grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors have been eliminated. Be absolutely certain you have plenty of clear, detailed, specific examples to support your ideas. Basically, make sure you are comfortable with your effort on this assignment. Be sure the MEMO FORMAT is correct!

After reading the articles that are attached, elaborate on 3 points (half page per point) that are of particular interest to you as a future Advance Practice Nurse. In your discussion:Focus your 3 discussion points on your review of the articles in “Implementation” (3 articles) and “Repeal”In your post, include both positive and negative effects of the bill for each point and limit your discussion to information provided in the readingYour discussion should be consistent with the content of the references that you cite. APA Citation requiredImplications of ACA:hat Are the Implications of Repealing the Affordable Care Act for Medicare Spending and Beneficiaries? (Links to an external site.) (Links to an external site.)Year Six of the Affordable Care Act: Obamacare’s Mounting Problems (Links to an external site.)The US Affordable Care Act: Reflections and directions at the close of a decade (Links to an external site.)Attempts to repeal ACA:Presidential Executive Order Promoting Healthcare Choice and Competition Across the United States (Links to an external site.) (Links to an external site.)Trump just took a big step to unravel Obamacare (Links to an external site.) (Links to an external site.) (Links to an external site.)The Future of U.S. Health Care: Replace or Revise the Affordable Care Act?

Discussion 1In Chapter 3, you were introduced to three types of costs associated with a manufactured product – direct materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead. Explain how these costs are associated with the manufactured product. Why are some of these costs allocated to the product through costing methods such as job order costing or process costing? As part of your response, please read the article First Solar preview: Manufacturing costs, project order book in the spotlight (Links to an external site.) and provide a specific example of this company’s manufacturing costs. Your initial post should be 200-250 words. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postsDiscussion 2Explain the similarities and differences between job order costing and process costing. In your explanation, provide examples of when job order costing and process costing would be most appropriate. Your initial post should be 200 to 250 words

Please review table 1.2 in the text and review the distinction between leadership and management. Then think about this in regard to how senior leaders versus senior managers lead change in an organization (especially when it comes to technical change in an organization).This week please reflect on these concepts and answer the following questions:When implementing change in an organization, there are always culture issues that are faced, such as not accepting change, determine how differently this would be handled thinking about the management versus leadership constructs?When dealing with performing work, how is this implemented differently within the management versus eadership constructs?Text Book:https://books.google.com/booksid=Pkm3DwAAQBAJ&pg=PT105&source=gbs_selected_pages&cad=2#v=onepage&q&f=true

For the Course Project, you will prepare a quality improvement program.Continuous quality improvement covers many areas. Throughout the course, pay particular attention to what attributes constitute a quality improvement team and what questions this team attempts to answer.Select one of the following six high-risk areas for your project.PsychiatryLong-term careHome healthcareEmergency roomObstetrics and neonatologySurgeryResearch the area you selected using at least three scholarly sources. Identify and classify all of the risks associated with these areas. Describe the nature of the risks to patients, healthcare professionals, and healthcare facilities. You may develop a table to present this information, create a Word document report, or a PowerPoint presentation.To support your work, use your course and textbook readings and also use scholarly online sources. As in all assignments, cite your sources in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.Submission Detail:Your assignment should be addressed in a minimum 2- to 3 pages, APA document that includes an introduction and conclusion.