Analyze the Consequences of American Rule in Puerto Rico, Cuba

question 84

Essay

Analyze the consequences of American rule in Puerto Rico, Cuba, and the Philippines. Did the citizens prosper? Enjoy freedom? Accept American rule? Comment on the consequences for the United States with regard to the statement made by Eric Foner in the text: "Thus, two principles central to American freedom since the War of Independence-no taxation without representation and government based on the consent of the governed-were abandoned when it came to the nation's new possessions."

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Stockholders' Equity

The residual interest or ownership of a company's shareholders after all liabilities have been deducted from total assets.

Net Operating Income

The income generated from normal business operations after subtracting operating expenses from operating revenues but before taxes and interest.

Traceable Fixed Expenses

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Contribution Margin

The difference between sales revenue and variable costs, representing the portion of sales revenue that exceeds variable costs.