In the 1980s, the U. S. government budget deficit rose. At the same time the U. S. trade deficit grew larger, the real exchange rate of the dollar appreciated, and U. S. net capital outflow decreased. Which of these events is contrary to what the open-economy macroeconomic model predicts concerning the effects of an increase in the budget deficit? The U. S. trade deficit grew. The real exchange rate of the dollar appreciated. U. S. net capital outflow fell. None of the above is contrary to the predictions of the model.

Which critical success factor improves with reduced cycle time, better quality standards, and improved efficiency when an is is implemented?

Suppose farmer lane grows and sells cotton in a perfectly competitive industry. the market price of cotton is $1.64 per kilogram, and his marginal cost of production is $1.44 per kilogram, which increases with output. assume farmer lane is currently earning a profit. can farmer lane do anything to increase his profit in the short run? farmer lane: a. cannot do anything to increase his profit. b. may or may not be able to increase his profit. c. can increase his profit by raising his price. d. can increase his profit by producing more output. e. can increase his profit by shutting down.

You operate a small advertising agency. you employ two secretaries, a graphic designer, three sales representatives, and an office coordinator. 1. what types of things would you consider when determining how to compensate each position? describe two (2) considerations. 2. what type of compensation plan would you use for each position?