​Gerry, the Engineering Manager for Magnificent​ Mustangs, used to have to get several approvals for any expenses over​ $10,000. Most of the equipment and parts necessary for his department are well over this​ amount, and the purchasing process was very slow. Gerry and his boss agreed that Gerry should have more say in how he manages his​ budget, so his boss agreed that Gerry can now approve expenditures up to​ $100,000. This is an example of which of the​ following? A.
Management by objectives
B.
Positive reinforcement
C.
Punishment
D.
Participative management
E.
Social learning

Reliable electric is a regulated public utility, and it is expected to provide steady dividend growth of 5% per year for the indefinite future. its last dividend was $6 per share; the stock sold for $50 per share just after the dividend was paid. what is the company’s cost of equity? (do not round intermediate calculations. enter your answer as a percent rounded to 2 decimal places.)

Panera bread is a chain of cafes serving sandwiches, soups, and freshly baked breads. the company began in 1981 with stores primarily located along the east coast of the united states. since then, the firm has expanded to over 1,300 locations throughout the united states and canada. the firm has strong earnings and has been designated by business week as a "significant growth company." panera bread executives are considering the idea of expanding globally by opening cafes in asia through a franchising strategy. which of the following, if true, supports the argument that panera bread should expand into asia through franchising? a: the panera bread menu changes rapidly, and each cafe's artisan bread bakers receive regular training on new recipes. b: panera bread executives want fast access to the asian market without a significant investment of capital. c: panera bread executives want to test the asian market with a short-term commitment that allows them to make quick profits. d: the panera bread mission is to make excellent bread available to customers around the world.

The law says your employer is responsible for providing you with a safe and healthy workplace. true or false?