Which of the following is a risk (or potential pitfall) of cost leadership?

a. Cost cutting may lead to the loss of desirable features
b. Attempts to stay ahead of the competition may lead to gold plating
c. Cost differences increase as the market matures
d. Producers are more able to withstand increases in suppliers' cost

Which law would encourage more people to become homeowners but not encourage risky loans that could end in foreclosure? options: offering first time homebuyers tax-free accounts to save for down payments requiring all mortgages to be more affordable, interest-only loans outlawing home inspections and appraisals by mortgage companies limiting rent increases to less than 2% a year

(a) what was the opportunity cost of non-gm food for many buyers before 2008? (b) why did they prefer the alternative? (c) what was the opportunity cost in 2008? (d) why did it change?

Describe three scenarios in which you might utilize mathematics to investigate a crime scene, accident scene, or to make decisions involving police practice. be sure to explain how math is used in police as they work through each scenario.