Bloomingdales in New York Uses Time-Released Atomizers That Spray a Lavender

question 31

Multiple Choice

Bloomingdales in New York uses time-released atomizers that spray a lavender scent in the lingerie department. The managers say it enhances the customer's shopping experience, soothes shoppers, and increases sales. Which of the following design objectives would this practice most likely satisfy?

• A) Design should include aromatherapy
• B) Design should be flexible
• C) Design should consider cost versus value
• D) Design should be consistent with the retailer's strategy
• E) Design should positively influence consumer behaviour

Analyze and interpret changes in balance sheet accounts and their impact on cash flow.

Compute cash received from customers using net sales and changes in related accounts.

Calculate cash paid to suppliers and employees by adjusting cost of goods sold and operating expenses to a cash basis.

Assess the effect of changes in balance sheet accounts on cash provided by (used in) operating activities.

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