In 1896, Japan convinced who to open its ports to trade with Japan

Which two investment options would be best if you were planning to invest $10,000, with the expectation that you would be making a down payment for a house in 10 years? consider the kind of investment, rate of return, level of risk, and other factors. (4 points)

Which of the following might cause the inflation rate to spike up sharply? the purchasing power of the average consumer decreases due to a sluggish economy. plentiful rainfall and moderate temperatures result in good harvests of wheat and soybeans. the items in the cpi market basket change to account for changing consumer buying habits. prices on world oil markets rise steeply due to war in the middle east.

In russia, after the soviet union collapse, influential retained power by acquiring large numbers of , so the ruling class gained power in place of power.