In each of the following cases, decide whether a binomial distribution is an appropriate model, and give your reasons. 1. a firm uses a computer-based training module to prepare 20 machinists to use new numerically controlled lathes. the module contains a test at the end of the course; x is the number who perform satisfactorily on the test. 2. the list of potential product testers for a new product contains 100 persons chosen at random from the adult residents of a large city. each person on the list is asked whether he or she would participate in the study if given the chance; x is the number who say "yes". 3. either in a job you currently have or one that you would like to have, describe a data set you could collect that would be in the binomial setting.

Grant, inc., acquired 30% of south co.’s voting stock for $200,000 on january 2, year 1, and did not elect the fair value option. the price equaled the carrying amount and the fair value of the interest purchased in south’s net assets. grant’s 30% interest in south gave grant the ability to exercise significant influence over south’s operating and financial policies. during year 1, south earned $80,000 and paid dividends of $50,000. south reported earnings of $100,000 for the 6 months ended june 30, year 2, and $200,000 for the year ended december 31, year 2. on july 1, year 2, grant sold half of its stock in south for $150,000 cash. south paid dividends of $60,000 on october 1, year 2. before income taxes, what amount should grant include in its year 1 income statement as a result of the investment?

Carlos hears juan and rita’s complaints about the new employees with whom they have to work with, as well as their threats to quit the company. if carlos were to reassign juan and rita to new, unique roles and separate them from the ronny and bill, it would signal that carlos has moved into the stage of managing resistance.

Hilary works at klothes kloset. she quickly the customers, and her cash drawer is always correct at the end of her shift. however, she never tries to "upsell" the customers (for example, by asking if they would like to purchase earrings to go with the shirt they chose or by suggesting a purse that matches the shoes they are buying). give hilary some constructive feedback on her performance.