1. the marketing manager argues that a $5,000 increase in the monthly advertising budget would increase monthly sales by $9,000. should the advertising budget be increased? 2. refer to the original data. management is considering using higher-quality components that would increase the variable expense by $2 per unit. the marketing manager believes that the higher-quality product would increase sales by 10% per month. should the higher-quality components be used?

You are at a holiday dinner with your family. your relative makes the argument that the u.s. economy is resurgent and has recovered from the great recession of 2007 – 2009. economic growth, as measured by gdp, has been increasing from one quarter to the next. you beg to differ. how would you structure your argument with your relative? hint: you should think about two things, the accuracy of gdp measures, and whether gdp should be considered a comprehensive measure of a countries well-being.

Chip wilson has hired goldman sachs, an investment banking company, to assist him with a hostile takeover of lululemon. wilson's goal is to hire a new board of directors because he believes there is a need for a more long-term focus. goldman sachs is a proven firm at making a profit in every move that they make. if the hostile takeover does not pan out, what could be another motive for investors?

Conor is 21 years old and just started working after college. he has opened a retirement account that pays 2.5% interest compounded monthly. he plans on making monthly deposits of $200. how much will he have in the account when he reaches 591 years of age?