Bates manufacturing produces some of the finest furniture in north dakota. buyers world-wide attend furniture shows to view bates' newest creations. last year, management increased its production capacity by almost 20 percent, assuming that increased capacity would lead to substantial cost reductions that would allow bates to further lower its prices. management assumed that buyers choose its furniture due to its high quality and reasonable prices. bates manufacturing is acting as if it is in the stage of marketing thought.

Which of the following statements accurately describe the importance of the american concept of government and democracy? (select all that apply.)

Which of the following statements describes the nature of "stigma" as it relates to welfare? a) society values individual characteristics such as self-reliance and a willingness to work hard, welfare recipients are seen as dependent and lazy. b) social welfare hs been polarized as a "moral category", and its related policy includes treating the poor in a dignified manner, as to highlight the responsible nature of the welfare recipents. c) the norm of reciprocity explains the societal obligation to make some return for the things received, welfare recipents are stigmatized because they are able to be seen as making appropiate contributions for the benefits they incur. d) the capitalistic nature of u.s. society stresses that those who work hard and have the ability will be rewarded with success, welfare recipients are equal to those who do not receive welfare because both groups of people deserve the benefits of success.

According to justice smith, the death penalty is a fair penalty that is used justly. is a sentence that can be applied without standards. is not clearly and consistently imposed. is protected by the eighth amendment.