1. the department of justice filed a lawsuit against microsoft claiming it was engaging in unfair practices by
a. keeping the software code behind its operating system secret from users and competitors.
b. monopolizing the market by bundling its operating system with its internet explorer browser.
c. producing less than the efficient amount of its operating system and charging above the competitive market price.
d. selling its operating system at different prices to different people based on consumer characteristics.
2. some economists believe the threat of unfair monopolies is greater today than when the sherman act was first enacted.
they argue that modern software can gain monopoly status and establish a barrier to entry through
a. network externalities.
b. the ability to raise money from the stock market.
c. increased access to venture capital money.
d. greater costs in applying for patents and copyrights.

Accublade castings inc. casts blades for turbine engines. within the casting department, alloy is first melted in a crucible, then poured into molds to produce the castings. on may 1, there were 230 pounds of alloy in process, which were 60% complete as to conversion. the work in process balance for these 230 pounds was $32,844, determined as follows: exercises during may, the casting department was charged $350,000 for 2,500 pounds of alloy and $19,840 for direct labor. factory overhead is applied to the department at a rate of 150% of direct labor. the department transferred out 2,530 pounds of finished castings to the machining department. the may 31 inventory in process was 44% complete as to conversion. prepare the following may journal entries for the casting department: the materials charged to production the conversion costs charged to production the completed production transferred to the machining department determine the work in process"casting department may 31 balance.

The advertisement demonstrates a popular way companies try to sell a product. what should consumers consider when it comes to the price of this product? it includes shipping and handling costs. it takes into account maintenance costs. it explains why this price is a good deal. it makes the full cost appears lower than it is.

When partners own different portions of the business, the terms should be stated clearly in what document? the articles of incorporation the executive summary the business summary the partnership agreement