Category: Economics


  • Discussions bring dialogue and communication into our learning experience. Unlike so much of the unsubstantiated opinion we see in the public square and social media, these discussions provide a space for in-depth analysis and application of the topics in our Learn readings and presentations. Each discussion is a mini-research paper developing conclusions that are supported…

  • Over the past two centuries, fossil fuels have helped us build the complex industrialized societies we enjoy today. Yet our supplies of conventional fossil fuels are declining. We have responded to this challenge by expanding our search for new sources of fossil fuels. This will eventually lead to us paying ever-higher economic, health, and environmental…

  • Workplace fraud is typically detected by anonymous tips or sometimes by accident, so many organizations use the fraud triangle to help in the analysis of workplace fraud. For this assignment, I want you to write 3-5 pages. Begin by identifying an example of fraud. So, read the text and other literature in addition to your…

  • You are the owner of a small retail food store and have several large companies with whom you do business. Many competitors in your industry are vying for your customers’ business. For each sale, you issue notes receivable to the company, with an interest rate of 10% and a maturity date 12 months after the…

  • Effective leaders have many roles within their job as they work to address various needs of their team and organization. Some aspects of their job include supporting change, collaborating, and negotiating. These aspects involve working with others to achieve goals. Specifically, leaders get better results if they facilitate change rather than dictating it, because facilitating…

  • You have recently been hired by Master Tools (MT) in its relatively new treasury management department. MT was founded eight years ago by Martha Masters. Martha found a method to streamline the manufacturing process, resulting in a cheaper tool. The tools manufactured by MT are designed for the mass market and sold primarily through retail.…

  • For this assignment, you will identify six relationship and communication issues that are correlated with low marital satisfaction. Discuss each communication issue in depth and identify at least 2 strategies for addressing each issue. Use credible research sources to support the identification of the issues as well as the strategies for addressing each issue.

  • Objective: To understand and apply the concepts of salary administration by analyzing a real-world scenario and proposing effective strategies. Instructions: Scenario: You are the HR manager of a mid-sized manufacturing company. Recently, there have been complaints from employees about delays in salary payments and inconsistencies in the amounts received. Additionally, some employees feel that the…

  • To prepare a structured outline that will guide the writing of your comprehensive analysis paper on employee development programs. This outline will help you organize your thoughts and ensure a logical flow of information. Your final paper is due in Week 7 and will need to be 5 pages of content. Instructions: 1. Title and…

  • 1.) What’s the difference between probability sampling and nonprobability sampling? When would a nonprobabilistic sample be a better option than a probabilistic sample and vice versa? 2.) Compare and contrast the four types of nonprobability sampling that Babbie examines. What are their various strengths and weaknesses? Would any of these types be relevant with regard…