Under Each of the Three Thesis Statements That Follow Is

question 39

Essay

Under each of the three thesis statements that follow is a scrambled list of primary and secondary supporting ideas. Put the ideas into logical order by filling in the outline to the right of each list.
1. Thesis: In today's world, people try to avoid silence as much as possible.
On vacation _________________________________
TV on as background noise _________________________________
At school
Background music in cafeteria _________________________________
Computers with Internet streaming nonstop
Noisy "toys" such as snowmobiles and dirt bikes _________________________________
At home _________________________________
Noisy places such as crowded beaches and _________________________________
amusement parks
TV talk shows on in lounges _________________________________
2. Thesis: A marriage improves when both partners work.
Helps relationship __________________________________
Able to afford some luxuries _________________________________
Gives feeling of achievement _________________________________
Helps each individual __________________________________
Learn to appreciate time together _________________________________
Helps financially _________________________________
Eases paying monthly bills _________________________________
Gives feeling of independence _________________________________
Able to talk together about outside activities _________________________________
3. Thesis: A few tips can help you to be a smarter car buyer.
Agreeing on a price _________________________________
Consult Consumer Reports and reputable online sites _________________________________
Signing the final papers
Shopping around _________________________________
Ask for a discount if you're paying cash _________________________________
Visit several dealers
Make sure the loan interest rate you want is _________________________________
specified on paper
Watch out for added contract clauses, such as _________________________________
insurance and special warranties
Start with a lower price than you're willing to pay _________________________________

Discriminate between capital and revenue expenditures.

Understand the accounting treatment for disposal of plant assets.

Recognize the importance of the expense recognition principle in relation to depreciation.

Understand the concept of book value and how it differs from fair market value.

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Definitions:

Communication Channel

The medium through which a message is transmitted from the sender to the receiver, such as email, telephone, or social media.

Promotional Mix

The combination of one or more communication tools used to: (1) inform prospective buyers about the benefits of the product, (2) persuade them to try it, and (3) remind them later about the benefits they enjoyed by using the product.

Direct Marketing

A promotional alternative that uses direct communication with consumers to generate a response in the form of an order, a request for further information, or a visit to a retail outlet.

Merchandising

The practice of promoting the sale of products through effective presentation, selection, and pricing strategies, aiming to enhance retail sales.