When microsoft establishes a distribution center in france, u. s. net capital outflow a. increases because microsoft makes a portfolio investment in france. b. decreases because microsoft makes a portfolio investment in france. c. decreases because microsoft makes a direct investment in capital france. d. increases because microsoft makes a direct investment in capital in france?

Xt year baldwin plans to include an additional performance bonus of 0.25% in its compensation plan. this incentive will be provided in addition to the annual raise, if productivity goals are reached. assuming the goals are reached, how much will baldwin pay its employees per hour?

You are thinking of making your mansion more energy efficient by replacing some of the light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs, and insulating part or all of your exterior walls. each compact fluorescent light bulb costs $4 and saves you an average of $2 per year in energy costs, and each square foot of wall insulation costs $1 and saves you an average of $0.20 per year in energy costs.† your mansion has 150 light fittings and 3000 sq ft of uninsulated exterior wall. to impress your friends, you would like to spend as much as possible, but save no more than $750 per year in energy costs (you are proud of your large utility bills). how many compact fluorescent light bulbs and how many square feet of insulation should you purchase? how much will you save in energy costs per year? (if an answer does not exist, enter dne.)

During the holiday season, maria's department store works with a contracted employment agency to bring extra workers on board to handle overflow business, and extra duties such as wrapping presents. maria's is using during these rush times.