Assume That the Government of the State of New Jersey

question 7

Essay

Assume that the government of the state of New Jersey has determined that a large number of injuries and deaths have occurred as a result of accidents involving the installation and repairs of electrical equipment at private residences. In reaction to this problem the state assembly decided to pass a law which made a requirement that all certified electricians take and pass a tougher state licensing examination. Analyze the impact that this law is likely to have on the market for electricians and explain why safety may not necessarily improve.

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Definitions:

Investments

The balance sheet caption used to report long-term investments in stocks not intended as a source of cash in the normal operations of the business.

Cash

Money in the form of currency or coins, readily available for transactions.

Prepaid Expenses

Expenses paid in advance for a benefit yet to be received, recorded as assets on the balance sheet.

Goods Purchased

Transactions involving the acquisition of physical products or materials for business use or resale.