Example #2A block with mass m = 5 kg sits on a surface with a coefficient of static friction sk= 0.5 and a coefficient of kinetic friction uk= 0.3. a)If you can pull on the block at any angle, what minimum force is required to break static friction and cause the block to slide? b)What is the optimal angle to pull at? c)If you pull at the optimal angle with the minimum force, what will the acceleration of the block be once static friction is broken?

The European Union (EU) has always been touted as a prime example of a successful economic union. However, many persons started questioning the strength of the EU after the UK left earlier this year. Assume that you are an advisor to the committee that deals with the Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME) and that some members of the committee are having doubts about the success of the CSME based on what is happening with the EU. Presents a case for the Caribbean to still try to make the CSME a reality.

1a. The market value of your house is $175,000 and you have a first mortgage balance of $100,000. If a lender requires a 80% loan-to-market value ratio, how large could your home equity loan be?

1b. Isabelle (a single taxpayer) contributes $6,000 annually to her church. In addition, she owns a home in which she has $20,000 equity, and she itemizes deductions. If she pays $1,000 interest on credit cards, $6,000 interest on her home equity loan, and is in the 26% marginal tax bracket, calculate Isabelle's tax savings from these interest payments.

-Fatima's records contain the following information:

1.   Donated stock having a fair market value of $4,000 to a qualified charitable organization. She acquired the stock five months previously at a cost of $3,000.

2.   Paid $900 to a church school as a requirement for the enrollment of her son.

3.   Paid $350 for annual homeowner's association dues.

4.   Drove 500 miles in his personal auto. The travel was directly related to volunteer services she performed for her church.

How much can Fatima deduct as a charitable contribution?

A) $2,456

B) $3,070

C) $3,356

D) $4,000

-GarLee Grocery, Inc., a C corporation with high taxable income, donates some of its inventory to the Local Food Bank (a charitable organization) which distributes food to the needy. At the time of the contribution, the FMV of the inventory was $20,000, and GarLee Grocery's basis was $6,000. Lee Grocery will be allowed a charitable contribution deduction of

A) $8,000.

B) $12,000.

C) $13,000.

D) $20,000.

-For non-cash charitable donations, an appraisal will be required for donations valued at more than

A) $250.

B) $500.

C) $5,000.

D) $50,000.

-Henry’s adjusted gross income is $50,000 in 2018. He donated a piece of artwork with a basis of $10,000 and a fair market value (FMV) of $25,000. He has owned the artwork for 10 years. The charity that Henry donated the artwork to is a public charity and will display the art work in its art center. What is the maximum charitable deduction in 2018 that Henry can take?

$0.

$10,000.

$15,000.

$25,000.

Jared, a client you treated two years ago for depression, presents in your office after being released from an inpatient alcohol treatment center. He states that he encountered problems after losing his job last year and was drinking heavily when he was home alone all day. After Jared fell and injured himself severely one day, his partner Kyle insisted that he go into inpatient treatment. Now Jared says he needs to see a counselor as part of his aftercare plan. Jared and Kyle have been partners for the past four years, and own their home together. Kyle is an active member of his church and has a job that provides income. Jared wants to return to being a contributing member of their family as well. He also wants to build new relationships and is considering joining a sobriety group at Kyle's church, but he hesitates because he says he feels confused about his own spiritual beliefs. Jared says he wants to feel better about himself and his life; he wants to avoid slipping back into depression and using alcohol to feel better. It appears that Jared's best chance at remaining sober is to receive comprehensive services. In your post, address the following:

1) Describe three counseling competencies that will guide you in sensitively working with Jared.

2) Create a list of five local community resources that will be helpful for Jared in regaining wellness and maintaining his recovery.

Jared, a client you treated two years ago for depression, presents in your office after being released from an inpatient alcohol treatment center. He states that he encountered problems after losing his job last year and was drinking heavily when he was home alone all day. After Jared fell and injured himself severely one day, his partner Kyle insisted that he go into inpatient treatment. Now Jared says he needs to see a counselor as part of his aftercare plan. Jared and Kyle have been partners for the past four years, and own their home together. Kyle is an active member of his church and has a job that provides income. Jared wants to return to being a contributing member of their family as well. He also wants to build new relationships and is considering joining a sobriety group at Kyle's church, but he hesitates because he says he feels confused about his own spiritual beliefs. Jared says he wants to feel better about himself and his life; he wants to avoid slipping back into depression and using alcohol to feel better. It appears that Jared's best chance at remaining sober is to receive comprehensive services. In your post, address the following:

1) Describe how you will help Jared understand how these resources will be of benefit to him and how he can access these resources.

2) Discuss the importance of family, social networks, and community resources in the treatment of Jared's depression and alcohol addiction.

Country of Tax - United States - Form 1040

Paul is 66 years old and Tina is 62 years old. In 2019, they file a joint return. They support their 22-year-old son, Jed, who is a full-time student. He earns $4,000.00 per year as a waiter at a restaurant.

Wages............................................................... $ 170,000.00

Interest from savings.......................................... $12,000.00

Interest on NYS qualified bonds........................... $7,000.00

Inheritance from Tina’s Aunt Lucy....................... $6,000.00

Child support from Tina’s ex-husband Eric........ $10,000.00

Prize from contest at church.................................. $1,000.00

Paul and Tina own a house in Whitestone. The costs associated with the house were as follows:

Mortgage interest                               $7,000.00

    (Please note: The amount of the indebtedness is under $750,000.00.)

Real estate taxes                                 $8,000.00

They paid hospital bills of $7,000.00 and doctor’s bills of $6,000.00. Their medical insurance company reimbursed them in the amount of $3,000.00 for the doctor’s bills. They had prescriptions in the amount of $500.00 and a yearly vitamin expense of $200.00.

Their charitable contributions included:

$2,000.00 paid to St. Mary’s Church

$   500.00 paid to Mr. and Mrs. Elm (neighbors) whose house was damaged in a flood

1. What is Paul and Tina’s gross income?
2. What is Paul’s and Tina’s adjusted gross income ?
3. What is Paul and Tina’s standard deduction without regard to their itemized deductions?
4. What is Paul and Tina’s net itemized deduction ?
5. How much of the charitable donations are deductible?
6. What is Paul and Tina’s taxable income?
7. What is Paul and Tina’s tax liability?

Make your claim in one succinct sentence to answer this prompt: "Tell about a time you failed badly. What did you learn and how did your behavior change afterward?" Example: "I once addressed the whole church but froze up; after that I knew I had to prepare better, so I did."
That sentence is a claim, but an empty one. What needs to follow is observable, sensory data to substantiate that claim. Example: "After a youth group trip, I was asked to stand at the podium and tell the whole church what it meant to me. I looked out on the hundreds of faces looking at me, and I couldn't think of a thing to say. Dead silence for over a minute. Finally, the pastor came and thanked me, and everyone laughed a little. My face burned, and I stumbled back to my seat. After that, I knew I had to make notes and practice. Every time I speak to a big group, I scribble notes furiously on a dozen pieces of paper beforehand and organize my thoughts. Then I practice--talking to myself in the shower, at the kitchen sink, in bed before I go to sleep, I have not repeated that horrible event, and now I like public speaking--making people laugh and smile." Tell a story (in other words, provide data) to substantiate your claim. Use the STAR method: give the Situation, the Task, the Action you took, and the Result.

Paulson is in charge of a project at the local community center. The center needs to remodel one of the rooms in time for the start of a new program. Delays in the project mean that the center must rent other space at a nearby church at additional cost (and Paulson gets a roasting).
Time and cost data for your project are contained in Table below. Paulson’s interest is in minimizing the cost of the project to the community center.

TABLE
DATA FOR THE COMMUNITY CENTER PROJECT
Activity
Normal Time (days)
Normal Cost($)
Crash Time (days)
Crash Cost ($)
Immediate Predecessor(s)
START
0
0
0
0
-
A
10
50
8
150
START
B
4
40
2
200
START
C
7
70
6
160
B
D
2
20
1
50
A, C
E
3
30
3
30
A, C
F
8
80
5
290
B
G
5
50
4
180
D
H
6
60
3
180
E, F
FINISH
0
0
0
0
G, H

a. Using the normal times for each activity, what is the earliest date Paulson can complete the project?

b. Suppose the variable overhead costs are $50 per day for your project. Also, suppose that the center must pay $40 per day for a temporary room on day 15 or beyond. Find the minimum-cost project schedule (best chance that Paulson is not hauled by Church authorities). What is the minimum cost? (3+7 = 10 Marks)

Annual high temperatures in a certain location have been tracked for several years. Let X represent the number of years after 2000 and Y the high temperature. Based on the data shown below, calculate the linear regression equation using technology (each constant to 2 decimal places).

The equation is?

Interpret the slope

• For each additional 0.2 years, the annual high temperature will increase by 1 degree on average.
• For each additional year, the annual high temperature will increase by 33.41 degrees on average.
• For each additional year, the annual high temperature will increase by 0.2 degrees on average.
• For each additional 33.41 years, the annual high temperature will increase by 1 degree on average.

Interpret the y-intercept

• It does not make sense to interpret the intercept in this scenario.
• In 2002, the temperature was about 0.2.
• In 2013, the temperature was about 37.88.
• In 2000, the temperature was about 33.41.
• In 2002, the temperature was about 33.41.