Some economists observe that higher profit rates in large oligopolies stem from the greater efficiency arising from in these large firms. A) brand loyalty
B) economies of scale
C) higher prices
D) higher costs
E) lower prices

You work as the sales manager for a company that sells office supplies to businesses of all sizes. because the profit margins are razor-thin, you need to ensure that you are getting the very best prices on paper, pencils, pens, post-it notes, and other office supplies from the manufacturers. when reviewing the quarterly profit statement, you realize that your costs are higher than they should be, and you trace the higher costs back to an employee who has been lax about getting competitive bids to ensure the lowest prices. when you conduct your research to determine the reason for the higher costs, and take action to bring those costs back down, in which of the key management processes are you taking part?

Which term best describes the statement given below? if p = q and q = r, then p = r

Of the following combinations of financial instruments, which depicts the correct ranking of high to low risk (moving from left to right)? commercial paper; preferred stock; bankers' acceptances state & local government bonds; u.s. treasury bonds; aaa-rated corporate bonds common stock; leases; u.s. treasury notes preferred stock; common stock; u.s. treasury bills