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Using an academic database, research one current issue affecting an organization's management today. Using one paragraph,...

Using an academic database, research one current issue affecting an organization's management today. Using one paragraph, summarize the article. In a second paragraph, state your opinion. In a third paragraph, state the author's opinion or are they just stating facts. In a fourth paragraph, state what concept/principle/term the article illustrates.

In: Economics

Write, in your own words, a one-two paragraph summary on the Running Queries and Reports tutorials....

Write, in your own words, a one-two paragraph summary on the Running Queries and Reports tutorials. Apply critical thinking and an academic writing style that demonstrates your understanding of the difference between a Microsoft Access database and an Excel spreadsheet by comparing the features of each and when they would be used as personal computer applications if applicable.

In: Computer Science

Discussing the ethical issues surrounding the overcrowding of our jails. Thoroughly discuss the topic including applicable...

Discussing the ethical issues surrounding the overcrowding of our jails. Thoroughly discuss the topic including applicable solutions and their merit ethically. Search whether there is any pending legislation or applicable rules in your state regarding this matter. Assume you presenting your thoughts to a knowledgeable audience. The expectation is at least three academic sources.

In: Psychology

With alternative choice decisions, managers seek to choose the alternative most likely to accomplish the objectives...

With alternative choice decisions, managers seek to choose the alternative most likely to accomplish the objectives of the organization. In addition to ROI, discuss other business objectives that may be important in the choice of the best alternative.

should be at 200-300 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.

In: Finance

In a study of high-achieving high school graduates, the authors of a report surveyed 837 high...

In a study of high-achieving high school graduates, the authors of a report surveyed 837 high school graduates who were considered "academic superstars" and 436 graduates who were considered "solid performers." One question on the survey asked the distance from their home to the college they attended.

Assuming it is reasonable to regard these two samples as random samples of academic superstars and solid performers nationwide, use the accompanying data to determine if it is reasonable to conclude that the distribution of responses over the distance from home categories is not the same for academic superstars and solid performers. Use

α = 0.05.

Distance of College from Home (in miles)
Student Group Less
than 40
40 to
99
100 to
199
200 to
399
400 or
More
Academic Superstars 159 158 143 151 226
Solid Performers 104 94 82 67 89

State the null and alternative hypotheses.

a). H0: The proportions falling into the distance categories are not all the same for the two student groups.
Ha: The proportions falling into the distance categories are the same for the two student groups.

b). H0: Student group and distance of college from home are not independent.
Ha: Student group and distance of college from home are independent.  

c). H0: The proportions falling into the distance categories are the same for the two student groups.
Ha: The proportions falling into the distance categories are not all the same for the two student groups.

d). H0: Student group and distance of college from home are independent.
Ha: Student group and distance of college from home are not independent.


Calculate the test statistic. (Round your answer to two decimal places.)
χ2 =  

What is the P-value for the test? (Round your answer to four decimal places.)
P-value =  

What can you conclude?

Do not reject H0. There is not enough evidence to conclude that there is an association between student group and distance of college from home.

Reject H0. There is convincing evidence to conclude that the proportions falling into the distance categories are not all the same for the two student groups.   

Do not reject H0. There is not enough evidence to conclude that the proportions falling into the distance categories are not all the same for the two student groups.

Reject H0. There is convincing evidence to conclude that there is an association between student group and distance of college from home.

In: Statistics and Probability

In a study of high-achieving high school graduates, the authors of a report surveyed 834 high...

In a study of high-achieving high school graduates, the authors of a report surveyed 834 high school graduates who were considered "academic superstars" and 436 graduates who were considered "solid performers." One question on the survey asked the distance from their home to the college they attended.

Assuming it is reasonable to regard these two samples as random samples of academic superstars and solid performers nationwide, use the accompanying data to determine if it is reasonable to conclude that the distribution of responses over the distance from home categories is not the same for academic superstars and solid performers. Use

α = 0.05.

Distance of College from Home (in miles)
Student Group Less
than 40
40 to
99
100 to
199
200 to
399
400 or
More
Academic Superstars 158 157 143 150 226
Solid Performers 105 94 83 65 89

State the null and alternative hypotheses.

H0: Student group and distance of college from home are independent.
Ha: Student group and distance of college from home are not independent. H0: Student group and distance of college from home are not independent.
Ha: Student group and distance of college from home are independent.     H0: The proportions falling into the distance categories are not all the same for the two student groups.
Ha: The proportions falling into the distance categories are the same for the two student groups. H0: The proportions falling into the distance categories are the same for the two student groups.
Ha: The proportions falling into the distance categories are not all the same for the two student groups.


Calculate the test statistic. (Round your answer to two decimal places.)
χ2 =

What is the P-value for the test? (Round your answer to four decimal places.)
P-value =

What can you conclude?

Do not reject H0. There is not enough evidence to conclude that the proportions falling into the distance categories are not all the same for the two student groups. Reject H0. There is convincing evidence to conclude that the proportions falling into the distance categories are not all the same for the two student groups.     Reject H0. There is convincing evidence to conclude that there is an association between student group and distance of college from home. Do not reject H0. There is not enough evidence to conclude that there is an association between student group and distance of college from home.

In: Math

Circle the cause/effect structure. Underline the causes and double underline the effects. 1. Based at years...

Circle the cause/effect structure. Underline the causes and double underline the effects.

1. Based at years of scientific data, the majority of climate scientists now support the idea that climate change is a result of human activity.

2.   One effect of a mother’s heavy alcohol during pregnancy is a baby born with low birthweight.

3.   Bullying, which can be defined as the use of violent actions and / or threatening language to cause physical, social, or psychological harm, is a common cause of depression, social isolation, and low school performance in middle school students.

4. The theory of Natural Selection states that organisms change as a response to changes in their environment.

5. Regular visits to green spaces such as parks, forests, and rural areas have a positive effect on people’s moods.

6. Strong academic performance in elementary school is often attributed to the parents’ readiness to help their children with homework.

7. The overall health of a nation is directly linked to the health of the population. Therefore, governments need to take measures to ensure the people are healthy.

8. Because of extensive time living in China, some native speakers of English are highly proficient in Chinese.

9. Early voter registration usually results in better voter turnout.

10. Wet environments and hot weather are two factors that contribute to insect-borne illnesses.

In: Nursing

Circle the cause/effect structure. Underline the causes and double underline the effects. 1. Based at years...

Circle the cause/effect structure. Underline the causes and double underline the effects.

1. Based at years of scientific data, the majority of climate scientists now support the idea that climate change is a result of human activity.

2.   One effect of a mother’s heavy alcohol during pregnancy is a baby born with low birthweight.

3.   Bullying, which can be defined as the use of violent actions and / or threatening language to cause physical, social, or psychological harm, is a common cause of depression, social isolation, and low school performance in middle school students.

4. The theory of Natural Selection states that organisms change as a response to changes in their environment.

5. Regular visits to green spaces such as parks, forests, and rural areas have a positive effect on people’s moods.

6. Strong academic performance in elementary school is often attributed to the parents’ readiness to help their children with homework.

7. The overall health of a nation is directly linked to the health of the population. Therefore, governments need to take measures to ensure the people are healthy.

8. Because of extensive time living in China, some native speakers of English are highly proficient in Chinese.

9. Early voter registration usually results in better voter turnout.

10. Wet environments and hot weather are two factors that contribute to insect-borne illnesses.

In: Nursing

can You please write the paragraph bellow in your own words and with academic and easy...

can You please write the paragraph bellow in your own words and with academic and easy words

Methodology for employee retention can be broadly divided in following steps-

1 Identifying the critical & early warning signals of talents before exit - Purpose to ensure the critical positions which have direct impact on client or output are being identified. As well evaluation done by supervisor or manager to capture early warning signals.

2. Quantify the risk associated with the exit of particular person, & assess what is objective (motivation), weakness & strength of particular individual

3.Basis particular case profile, suggest suitable actions for instance- Female employees not comfortable in night shift due to no travel provided by company and locality is not safe for females employees in night. On discussion with female employees, it was suggested either to provide company sponsored cab services for pick up or drop.

4. Take actions on agreed points - discuss with relevant authorities about case, and advantages of retention of particular employee. As well potential assessment, how it would positively motivate other employees as well

5. Evaluate on strategic basis whether what are changes can be done which will make employees to associate with organization, making their job more enjoyable and provides their comprehensive development on functional as well personal basis

In: Economics

In about 300 – 400 words, write an essay analyzing the below case study using the SWOT framework.

In about 300 – 400 words, write an essay analyzing the below case study using the SWOT framework. 
 
Wendy’s International, Inc.
 
Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers was considered the third largest fast-food hamburger business in the world, although it reported higher revenues in 2002 than did Burger King. The company as a whole generated $2.73 billion in revenues in 2002, up 14.2 percent from the previous year. With headquarters in Dublin, Ohio, the corporation operated over 9,000 restaurants in 33 countries worldwide.
 
General menu items were similar to those of McDonald’s and Burger King --- hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, and fries---- but Wendy’s also offered several unique products such as Frostys and Spicy Chicken Sandwiches, as well as many healthy alternatives like salads, baked potatoes and even chili. One very important innovation contributed by Wendy’s was a special value menu that consisted of about 10 items that could be purchased for 99 cents. Since its initiation in Wendy’s stores, the value menu had also been implemented in McDonald’s and Burger King’s restaurants in order to compete with Wendy’s. All fast-food hamburger chains, were now expected to meet new consumer health expectations without compromising the menu items on which the companies were founded. Following suit, soon Burger King’s menu also offered a few items that set it apart from other fast-food restaurants, thereby offering customers a varied menu and posing a serious threat to Wendy’s.
 
Founded in 1969 in Ohio by David Thomas, Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers was incorporated and in 1976 had its first public offering of 1 million shares at dollar 28 per share. By 1981 the company had been listed on the New York Stock Exchange and had built its 2,000th restaurant. Unlike a few of its competitors, Wendy’s faced difficulties with international expansion. Despite these failures, the corporation had grown by acquiring several smaller companies such as Tim Horton’s and Baja Fresh Mexican Grill.
 
Wendy’s, early on sought to distinguish itself in a rapidly growing industry by providing its customers with a unique fast-food experience. However, several of its unique features were embedded with both pitfalls and advantages. The company’s Super Value Menu was definitely one of its strongest asset, although the concept had been picked up by other major companies. Also, in 2002, most fast food chains were desperately slashing prices in a bid to go increasingly lower. However, Wendy’s chose that year as a time to focus on product quality and product expansion by offering its Garden Sensations, a new selection of fresh, healthy salads. One weak point in Wendy’s business plan was the lack of an easily recognizable product comparable to McDonald’s Big Mac or Burger King’s Whopper.
 
Unlike McDonald’s and virtually every other burger chain in the world, Wendy’s overlooked the shift in consumer preferences from indoor dining to drive-through windows at its restaurants. It did not respond well to the above mentioned shift in consumer preferences which soon started looming over as threats. In 1975, Burger King began to install and operate drive-through windows at its restaurants. Now customers who were busy with family, jobs, and children could buy a quality meal in a hurry without ever leaving the car. However, Wendy’s at that point of time in selecting potential acquisition targets, completely overlooked the concept.
 
As Wendy’s moved into the future without founder Dave Thomas, who passed away in 2002, it planned to add between 2,000 and 4,000 new Wendy’s locations in the next decade and to focus its international expansion in Latin America. However, the company’s chief executive officer and chairman, Jack Schuessler, stated that the company planned to increasingly use acquisitions of smaller brands and joint ventures as the primary driver of future growth. In selecting potential acquisition targets, Wendy’s was avoiding concepts that directly competed with core Wendy’s offerings and looking to the fast casual segment and to concepts that involved offering high quality food without table service.
 
Adapted for purely academic purpose: Marino L and Jackson K.B. ; McDonald’s : Polishing the Golden Arches; (pp. C-213 - C-223) ; Thompson, A.A.; et.al.; 2005; Crafting and Executing Strategy; McGraw-Hill, New York.
 
Answer Notes:
 
Students may begin by creating a grid to identify the SWOT components as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats to construct the analysis text.
Students are required to identify 3 strengths, 3 weaknesses, 2 opportunities, and 2 threats. Then to write an analytical text for the case study .
Students are required to provide definitions for each SWOT factor by referring to different relevant external resources

In: Economics