If the Polarizing Angle (The Angle at Which Reflected Light

question 18

Multiple Choice

If the polarizing angle (the angle at which reflected light is completely plane polarized) of a flat piece of sapphire is 60.5°, what is its index of refraction?

• A) 1.97
• B) 1.77
• C) 1.59
• D) 2.36
• E) 1.82

Understand the impact of supply chain strategies on product distribution and assembly activities.

Appreciate the role of innovation and responsiveness in the success of supply chain models, exemplified by companies like Zara and Amazon.

Understand business strategies related to supply chain and inventory management (e.g., vertical integration, JIT).

Recognize the role of technology in enhancing business partnerships and supply chain management (e.g., EDI, extranets).

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Definitions:

Accounts Receivable Turnover

A financial ratio that measures how efficiently a company collects cash from credit sales by comparing net credit sales with the average accounts receivable balance.

Net Credit Sales

The total amount of sales made on credit, subtracting returns and allowances.

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services that have been delivered or used but not yet paid for.

Times Interest Earned Ratio

The times interest earned ratio is a financial metric that measures a company's ability to meet its debt obligations based on its current earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT).