If the actual rate of inflation is only 3%, the unemployment rate will probably increase. The reason for this is that the prices of goods and services will relative to resource prices. In the short run, profit margins will and firms will output, which will cause layoffs, and increase unemployment. Why would the unemployment rate probably increase if the actual rate of inflation next year is only 3%? a. Prices of goods and services will increase relative to resource prices. In the short run, profit margins will increase and firms will cut back on output. This will cause layoffs and increase unemployment.
b. Prices in the goods and services will fall relative to resource prices. In the short run, profit margins will fall and firms will cut back on output. This will cause layoffs and increase unemployment.

1. the political environment in india has proven to be critical to company performance for both pepsico and coca-cola india. what specific aspects of the political environment have played key roles? could these effects have been anticipated prior to market entry? if not, could developments in the political arena have been handled better by each company? 2. timing of entry into the indian market brought different results for pepsico and coca-cola india. what benefits or disadvantages accrued as a result of earlier or later market entry? 3. the indian market is enormous in terms of population and geography. how have the two companies responded to the sheer scale of operations in india in terms of product policies, promotional activities, pricing policies, and distribution arrangements? 4. “global localization” (glocalization) is a policy that both companies have implemented successfully. give examples for each company from the case.

You are in the market for a new refrigerator for your company’s lounge, and you have narrowed the search down to two models. the energy efficient model sells for $700 and will save you $45 at the end of each of the next five years in electricity costs. the standard model has features similar to the energy efficient model but provides no future saving in electricity costs. it is priced at only $500. assuming your opportunity cost of funds is 6 percent, which refrigerator should you purchase

What is a uniform law adopted by all states that facilitates business transactions?