The problem of economic scarcity applies
A. only in industrially developed countries, because resources are scarce in these nations
B. to economic systems in all nations, regardless if their level of development
C. only in underdeveloped countries, because there are no productive resources in these nations
D. only in economic systems that are just beginning to develop, because specialized resources are scarce in developing nations

While studying for the engineering economy final exam, you and two friends find yourselves craving a fresh pizza. you can't spare the time to pick up the pizza and must have it delivered. "pick-up-sticks" offers a 1-1/4-inch-thick (including toppings), 20-inch square pizza with your choice of two toppings for $15 plus 5% sales tax and a $1.50 delivery charge (no sales tax on delivery charge). "fred's" offers the round, deep-dish sasquatch, which is 20 inches in diameter. it is 1-3/4 inches thick, includes two toppings, and costs $17.25 plus 5% sales tax and free delivery. 1. what is the problem in this situation? state it in an explicit and precise manner. 2. systematically apply the seven principles of engineering economy (pp. 3-6) to the problem you have defined in part (a). 3. assuming that your common unit of measure is dollars (i.e., cost), what is the better value for getting a pizza based on the criterion of minimizing cost per unit of volume? 4. what other criteria might be used to select which pizza to purchase?

Read the scenario. alfonso is 19 years old and has a high school diploma. recently, he was promoted to assistant manager at the fast-food restaurant where he has worked since the age of sixteen. his dream is to become the restaurant’s manager. what is his best option for achieving his dream? he should find another job and work his way up to a higher position. he should hope that his manager transfers to another location and that he is his replacement. he should attend classes at the local college to receive training in management. he should work hard, work longer hours, and remain assistant manager.

Helen tells her nephew, bernard, that she will pay him $100 if he will stop smoking for six months. helen was hopeful that if bernard stopped smoking for six months, he would stop altogether. bernard stops smoking for six months but then resumes his smoking. helen will not pay him. she says that the type of promise she made cannot constitute a binding contract and that, furthermore, it was at least implied that he would stop smoking for good. can bernard legally collect $100 from helen