Unit 2: Discussion 1

Directions:

 Using an industry with which you are familiar, apply 2 elements of Porters Five Forces model (Porter, 2008) that you think profoundly affect the industry, briefly explaining how each element affects that industry. Then selecting one company from within that industry, select 2-3 of the 8 general environment trends (Dyer et al, 2020), Chapter 2,  pp. 31-36 [eBook], including the 8 items in the outer edge of Figure 2.3) that are having or could have the most impact on the company. Justify your selection of trends using sources.    

 Research a scholarly paper  on “Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)” and reflect on only one of the following topics:

• “Feedback”: Why is user feedback important in HCI?
• “Types”: What types of HCI user interfaces exist?
• “Websites”: How is the design of ecommerce websites different from other websites from the HCI perspective?

NOTE:
You must copy and paste the topic (“Feedback” or “Types” or “Websites”) at the start of your initial post to provide a context for your answer.
Your initial post must be between 250-300 words on what caught your eye and reflect on what you read. 
Your initial post must provide one APA reference with in-text citation.  Do not use the textbook as a resource.
The reference must include the URL/DOI of your resource so that other students can view the content themselves. 

 This is a required assignment, worth 45 points, and must be submitted by the due date.
Review the Grading Rubric before completing this assignment.Research a scholarly paper or professional video on “Databases, Warehouses and Advanced Data Management Systems” and reflect on one of the following topics:

• “DM Types”: What determines which type of Data Management System is being used? 
• “Importance”: How important is the Data Management system in conducting SAD? 
• “SA”: What is the role of the Systems Analyst to propose new Data Management solutions?

NOTE:
You must copy and paste the topic (“DM Types” or “Importance” or “SA”) at the start of your paper to provide a context for your answer.
This paper must be between 250-300 words on what caught your eye and reflect on what you read. 
Do not add extraneous text that does not address the question – do not add an introduction or conclusion.
Do not copy and paste text from the referenced resource.You must provide at least one APA reference for your resource and corresponding in-text citations..
You must provide the referenced resource URL/DOI in the APA reference.
Do not use the Textbook as a referenced resource. 

 dWhich item belongs in the investing section of the statement of cash flow?Question 1 options:

depreciation expense

proceeds from sale of fixed asset

dividends

gain on sale of fixed asset

Question 2 (5 points)

On January 2, 2019, All Good Company purchased 11,000 shares of the stock of Big Bad Company, and DID NOT obtain significant influence.  The investment is intended as a long-term investment.  The stock was purchased for $13.00 per share, and represents a 10% ownership stake.  Big Bad Company made $45,000 of net income in 2020, and paid dividends to All Good Company of $65,000 on December 15, 2020.  On December 31, 2020, Big Bad Company’s stock was trading on the open market for $16.50 per share at the end of the year.  Use this information to determine the unrealized gain or loss on the investment that should be reported at year end by All Good Company.  If it is a loss, enter as a negative number.  Round to nearest whole number (no cents).

Your Answer:Question 2 options:Answer

Question 3 (5 points)

SavedThe percent of fixed assets to total assets is an example ofQuestion 3 options:vertical analysissolvency analysisprofitability analysishorizontal analysis

Question 4 (5 points)

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The following information is related to Towson Company’s fiscal year 2020.

 Income Statement:

 Net Income  $4,000,000

 Depreciation Expense                450,000

 Loss on Sale of Plant Assets       40,000

 Interest Expense  5,000

 Balance Sheet – 12/31/17: Increase (Decrease)

 Accounts Payable decrease       35,000

 Plant Assets – Purchased  250,000

 Plant Assets – Disposals  (100,000)

 Additional Information:

 Common Stock exchanged for outstanding Long Term Notes Payable of $125,000

 Dividends paid were $30,000

Use this information to determine Towson Company’s Net Cash Flows from Operating Activities. If the amount is an outflow then enclose the amount with dollar sign inside of brackets ( ).

Your Answer:Question 4 options:Answer

Question 5 (5 points)

The following financial information is for Chesapeake Corporation are for the fiscal years ending 2020 & 2019 (all balances are normal):

Item/Account

2020

2019

Cash

$35,000

$24,000

Accounts Receivable

56,000

52,000

Inventory

50,000

32,000

Current Liabilities

76,000

42,000

Net Sales (all credit)

550,000

485,000

Cost of Goods Sold

311,000

265,000

Use this information to determine the number of days in inventory for 2020: (Use a 365 day year.  Round & enter your answers to one decimal place and enter the value.)

Your Answer:Question 5 options:Answer

Question 6 (5 points)

The following financial information is for Chesapeake Corporation are for the fiscal years ending 2020 & 2019 (all balances are normal):

Item/Account

2020

2019

Cash

30,000

$24,000

Accounts Receivable

46,000

52,000

Inventory

49,000

48,000

Current Liabilities

78,000

42,000

Net Sales (all credit)

550,000

485,000

Cost of Goods Sold

288,000

265,000

Use this information to determine the number of current ratio as of December 31, 2020: (Round & enter your answers to one decimal place and enter the value.)

Your Answer:Question 6 options:Answer

Question 7 (5 points)

Ocean Pines Company had net income $525,000. They also had depreciation expense of $175,000, an increase or (decrease) in accounts receivable of $20,000, and an increase or (decrease) in inventory of $-25,000. Ocean Pines prepares their Statement of Cash Flows using the indirect method.  Use this information to determine the dollar value of cash provided or (used) by operating activities. A negative number for accounts receivable or inventory indicates that the balance decreased. Enter as a whole number (no cents).

Your Answer:Question 7 options:Answer

Question 8 (5 points)

Match each ratio that follows to its use (items ah).  Items may be used more than once.Question 8 options:12345678working capital12345678quick ratio12345678current ratio12345678ratio of liabilities to stockholders equity12345678rate earned on common stockholders equity12345678rate earned on total assets12345678dividends per share12345678price-earnings (P/E) ratio12345678ratio of sales to assets12345678earnings per share (EPS) on common stock1.assess the profitability of the assets2.assess the effectiveness in the use of assets3.indicate the ability to meet currently maturing obligations4.indicate the margin of safety to creditors5.indicate instant debt-paying ability6.assess the profitability of the investment by common stockholders7.indicate future earnings prospects8.indicate the extent to which earnings are being distributed to common stockholders

Question 9 (5 points)

On the statement of cash flows, the cash flows from financing activities section would includeQuestion 9 options:receipts from the sale of investmentspayments for the acquisition of investmentsreceipts from a note receivablereceipts from the issuance of capital stock

Question 10 (5 points)

Allstar Company signed a $250,000 mortgage on July 1, 2021 for the purchase of their new garage building. The mortgage entailed equal monthly payments of $2,700 at the end of each month. The interest rate is 7% per year.  How much interest expense will be paid on August 31, 2021? Do not use actual days; assume a 360 day year and 30 day months. Round your answer to the nearest whole number (no cents).

Your Answer:Question 10 options:Answer

Question 11 (5 points)

Annapolis Company purchased a $4,000, 8%, 10-year bond at 103 and held it to maturity. The straight line method of amortization is used for both premiums & discounts. What is the net cash received over the life of the bond investment?   (all money received minus all money paid, round to nearest whole dollar)

Your Answer:Question 11 options:Answer

Question 12 (5 points)

In calculating cash flows from operating activities using the indirect method, a gain on the sale of equipment isQuestion 12 options:added to net incomededucted from net incomeignored because it does not affect cashreported supplementally as a noncash investing and financing activity

Question 13 (5 points)

On January 1, 2021, Baltimore Company issued $300,000 face value, 5%, 5-year bonds at 101.  Baltimore uses the straight-line method for amortization. Use this information to determine the dollar value of the annual bond premium amortization. Round your answer to the nearest whole number (no cents).

Your Answer:Question 13 options:Answer

Question 14 (5 points)

The ability of a business to pay its debts as they come due and to earn a reasonable net income isQuestion 14 options:solvency and leveragesolvency and profitabilitysolvency and liquiditysolvency and equity

Question 15 (5 points)

At fiscal year end, December 31, 2018, Somerset Corporation had total stockholders’ equity of $3,100,000. On FY 2018 year end, Somerset Corporation had Common Stock account of $1,700,000 of $10 par value common stock and Preferred Stock account of $150,000 of $100 par value stock.  There was no treasury stock. The preferred stock was noncumulative and non-callable.  Use this information to determine the book value per share of Common Stock as of end of the FY 2018: (Round your answer to the nearest penny.)

Your Answer:Question 15 options:Answer

Question 16 (5 points)

The current period statement of cash flows includes the following:

Cash balance at the beginning of the period

$310,000

Net cash flow from operating activities

185,000

Net cash flow used for investing activities

43,000

Net cash flow used for financing activities

97,000

The cash balance at the end of the period is

Question 16 options:$45,000$635,000$355,000$125,000

Question 17 (5 points)

Identify the section of the statement of cash flows (a-d) where each of the following items would be reported.Question 17 options:1234Decrease in inventory1234Loss on sale of equipment1234Payment of dividends to stockholders1234Increase in accounts receivable1234Purchase of the stock of another company as investment1234Sale of machinery held for use by the company1234Exchange of land for note payable1234Increase in income taxes payable1234Issuance of bond payable1234Dividends received on investment1.Operating activities2.Financing activities3.Investing activities4.Schedule of noncash financing and investing

Question 18 (5 points)

On January 1, 2020, Baltimore Company issued $150,000 face value, 8%, 10-year bonds at 102.  Interest is paid annually on January 1.  Baltimore uses the straight-line method for amortization. Use this information to determine the dollar value of the interest expense for the 2020 calendar year. Round your answer to the nearest whole number (no cents).

Your Answer:Question 18 options:Answer

Question 19 (5 points)

On January 2, 2020, All Good Company purchased 10,000 shares of the stock of Big Bad Company, and DID obtain significant influence.  The investment is intended as a long-term investment.  The stock was purchased for $10.00 per share, and represents a 30% ownership stake.  Big Bad Company made $450,000 of net income in 2020, and paid dividends to All Good Company of $40,000 on December 15, 2020.  Big Bad Company’s stock was trading on the open market for $17.50 per share at the end of the year.  Use this information to determine the book value of the investment that should be reported at year end by All Good Company. Round to nearest whole number (no cents).

 

  

Group therapy can alleviate feelings of isolation and foster a supportive and collaborative environment for sharing difficult feelings in order to facilitate healing. For many people, being part of a group that has a shared understanding of a struggle provides a unique opportunity to gain understanding of their own experiences.

Be sure to use this article as well as any materials in the company’s website.

 Avaya offers several contact center suites, but its two  most prominent are Aura and OneCloud contact center-as-a-service  (CCaaS). These platforms were already quite sufficient, but Avaya added  to them this year. Avaya built in added workflow and AI-powered virtual  agent capabilities on its own, but the company also added security  capabilities through integrations with Pindrop, Semafone, and PCI Pal;  knowledge management through an integration with Verint; and an  integration with Salesforce Service Cloud that brings together calls,  digital engagement, and CRM data for agents. Independent CRM industry  analyst and consultant Marshall Lager sees Avaya as one of the most  deeply rooted vendors in the market. Avayas been doing  telecommunications for a long time and has the expertise that comes with  experience, he says. 

Instructions are attached on the document below.

  

HumanisticExistential Therapy

It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried.

Carl Rogers, from On Becoming a Person

This client-centered perspective is the cornerstone of humanistic-existential therapy, which requires therapists to attempt to receive clients with curiosity and openness, endeavor to grasp their subjective world, and believe that clients are the experts on their own experience (Wheeler, 2014, p. 373). As the psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, it is important to understand that the effectiveness of this approach is dependent on your relationship with clients, as well as your beliefs on holism and human nature.

This week, you compare humanistic-existential therapy with other approaches and justify its use with individual patients. 

Wheeler, K. (Ed.). (2014). Psychotherapy for the advanced practice psychiatric nurse: A how-to guide for evidence-based practice (2nd ed.). Springer Publishing.

Learning Objectives

Students will:

• Distinguish between      humanistic-existential psychotherapy and other types of psychotherapy
• Justify the use of      humanistic-existential psychotherapy approaches with individual patients

  

Learning Resources

Nichols, M., & Davis, S. D. (2020). The essentials of family therapy (7th ed.). Pearson.

• Chapter      7, Experiential Family Therapy

Wheeler, K. (Ed.). (2020). Psychotherapy for the advanced practice psychiatric nurse: A how-to guide for evidence-based practice (3rd ed.). Springer Publishing.

• Chapter      6, Humanistic-Existential and Solution-Focused Approaches to      Psychotherapy

Optional Videos

Optional Reading

The Psychology Podcast. (2021, Aug 30). Irvin Yalom- Existential psychotherapy. [Video]. YouTube.  

  

Assignment: Comparing Humanistic-Existential Psychotherapy with Other Approaches

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Understanding the strengths of each type of therapy and which type of therapy is most appropriate for each patient is an essential skill of the psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner. In this Assignment, you will compare humanistic-existential therapy to another psychotherapeutic approach. You will identify the strengths and challenges of each approach and describe expected potential outcomes.

To prepare:

• Review the      humanistic-existential psychotherapy videos in this weeks Learning      Resources.
• Reflect on      humanistic-existential psychotherapeutic approaches.
• Then, select another      psychotherapeutic approach to compare with humanistic-existential      psychotherapy. The approach you choose may be one you previously explored      in the course or one you are familiar with and especially interested      in. 

The Assignment

In a 3-page paper, address the following:

• Briefly describe      humanistic-existential psychotherapy and the second approach you      selected. 
• Explain at least three      differences between these therapies. Include how these differences might      impact your practice as a PMHNP.
• Focusing on one video you      viewed, explain why humanistic-existential psychotherapy was utilized with      the patient in the video and why it was the treatment of choice. Describe      the expected potential outcome if the second approach had been used with      the patient. 
• Support your response with specific      examples from this weeks media and at least three peer-reviewed,      evidence-based sources. Explain why each of your supporting sources is      considered scholarly. Attach the PDFs of your sources.

Note: The School of Nursing requires that all papers submitted include a title page, introduction, summary, and references. The Sample Paper provided at the Walden Writing Center provides an example of those required elements (available at http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates ). All papers submitted must use this formatting.

200 words with reference 

In business, sports, politics, and many other fields there are probably  countless situations akin to the prisoner’s dilemma where players acting  in their own self-interest do not produce an ideal outcome. Likewise,  some player dynamics also illustrate other game theory concepts like a  game of chicken, credible threats/commitments, and other similar  concepts. Use at least one article from The Wall Street Journal  to discuss a strategic situation between players that resembled or used  any of the concepts above. What could have any of the players done  differently to achieve a better outcome?

  

Part A: Email/Text Problems

What are some of the problems that you have experienced when writing or receiving poorly, perhaps hastily, written emails/texts? Describe at least five (5) types of issues.

Part B: Writing a Process Description

Select a specialized process that you understand well and that has several distinct steps. Using the process description discussed in Chapter 19 of your textbook as a model, write a one page description of this process.

Part C: Difficult to Follow Instructions

Find a short set of instructions or some other technical document from work or the Internet that is hard to follow. Replicate or download those instructions at the top of a one-page analysis. Assume that you are the Associate Director of Communications for the company that produced this document and that you are doing a final review before the document is released. Using the Checklist for Instructions and Procedures on the following page (also found in Chapter 20 of your textbook), identify what, specifically, makes the document difficult to use, providing a specific reference for each problem area.  

Write an argumentive essay the thesis statement or main claim must be debatable. catch the readers attention with a relevant hook. Be sure to transition clearly, showing the connection bwtween the hook and the purpose of the paper. Set the context provide general informaion about the main idea explaining the situation so the reader can make sense of the topic and the claims you make and support. State why the main idea is important tell the reader why she/he should care and keep reading. Your goal is to create a compelling cleat and convincing essay people will want to read and act upon
State your thesis clam compose a sentence or tw stating the position you will support with sound reasoning, balanced emotion and creditability.  Thesis should answer how and why 
This NEEDS to refer to the book Night by Ellie Weisel and Mouse by art spiegelman. Thanks