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Gracias. Thanks for confirming. That's how I felt; it was a positive Ed. I have a few other questions I need to bring up with my professor as well. The questions are poorly worded, quite frankly

If the value of price elasticity of demand is 0.2, it implies that a 1 percent increase in price leads to a: Again, I know that technically I'm right. I just don't like an environment where the validity of a question depends on my supposition of what "most" cases are.

Homework Statement So, my professor gave a test this weekend. I missed a problem concerning price elasticity of demand, but that's only because I assumed the opposite direction. Now, I'm considering challenging this question, because the price elasticity was listed as a positive number...

Hello all, Well I work for a company that typically gives a sign on bonus for new hires. However, I'm (hopefully) switching positions internally to a new department. Do you think I should expect a sign on bonus in this scenario? Thanks!

What do you think about a cover letter? I think it might be a nice touch to explain that I really want the opportunity.

I have an opportunity to get me on my career path that I plan to stay in. The position is within the company I work for, and I think I have a good opportunity to get it. As for etiquette, our company is generally business casual (button up/polo) but we get to wear jeans. However, on the day...

Hello, I'm trying to use a moving average to optimize performance. However, I don't want to just choose an arbitrary period to begin with. Do you have any suggestions as to how to determine the proper period to begin with. What I'm asking is: Is there a mathematical formula to determine the...

Why you got to kick McDonald's when they are down?? ;)

I received a job offer I'm accepting, but my boss has been out of town this last week. Understandably, he is swamped today, but I have to tell him for the two weeks notice. So, my question is when should I tell him? At the first free moment? Thanks!

Is anyone familiar with the difference in pay for high school teachers vs. applying your skills in private sector workforce? For instance, are there tax benefits that teachers receive that can be quantified vs. those of say some analyst (if they make the same pay)? What about pensions? Are...

Hello, I would like to get your opinion on moving into programming. Basically, I want job security and the ability to work just about anywhere there are jobs. I've considered taking a job as a programmer, but I would like to know what you suspect the job prospects are for such position? From...

I would honestly have to say that like everyone else: it is just an internship. If you don't want to work in it full time, get a recruiter or just search the job boards. When you go into interview with those other companies, and they ask why you aren't staying, just be honest: you're passion...

Thank you both very much for your replies. Homeomorphic: I appreciate your input, particularly concerning not spending the money to do the courses if I don't need to. I've been working to develop my knowledge outside of the classroom when I get home from work. jkl71: Thank you for providing...

I guess I should state that I currently have my mathematics bachelor's from the University close to where I live. So it's not that I only did an online college; my first degree was at a state university.

Hello, I'm currently working as an actuary, but I am considering switching to a computer career of sorts. Let me preface first by saying that I do not intend to belittle or pigeonhole such a career by the way I speak about. For instance, it's kind of annoying when people talk of actuaries in...