1. based on the module, what are some factors that influence how individuals invest their money, and what should individuals keep in mind when investing money? include three different asset classes you learned about that could be used for investments, along with at least one advantage of each.

2. compare and contrast common and preferred stocks. include at least one advantage and one disadvantage of each type of stock and indicate which one carries a greater risk.

If we know that a firm has a net profit margin of 4.6 %, total asset turnover of 0.62, and a financial leverage multiplier of 1.54, what is its roe? what is the advantage to using the dupont system to calculate roe over the direct calculation of earnings available for common stockholders divided by common stock equity?

Which of the following statements about brand names is true? brand names give the seller an incentive to provide consistently high-quality products and services in order to protect the reputation of the brand. brand names are always economically wasteful since they dupe consumers into buying more expensive goods and services that are no different from generic versions. it is always rational to prefer brand names over generic substitutes. read the following example and determine whether it illustrates a common critique or defense of advertising. musashi sees a commercial for a brand x clothing company that depicts the wearers of the clothes out having a good time with friends. although he doesn't particularly need new clothes, the commercial prompts him to buy a brand x t-shirt.

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.