Computer Software Systems That Enable One to Manipulate and "Map

question 19

Multiple Choice

Computer software systems that enable one to manipulate and "map" information with great flexibility and speed are referred to as:

• A) geographical information systems (GIS)
• B) psychographics
• C) survey research
• D) census mapping

Understand the impact of fundamental breach on the applicability of exemption clauses.

Comprehend the legal principles surrounding the termination of contracts, including repudiation and frustration.

Describe the process and legal requirements for novation and the substitution of parties in a contract.

Outline the remedies available for breach of contract, including specific performance, damages, and the principle of mitigation.

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Definitions:

Return On Stockholders' Equity

A measure of financial performance calculated by dividing net income by average shareholders' equity, showing how effectively management uses equity from shareholders to generate profit.

Preferred Dividends

Payments made to preferred shareholders of a company before dividends are paid to common shareholders, typically fixed and paid at regular intervals.

Average Common Stockholders' Equity

It represents the average equity stake that common shareholders have in a company over a certain period, calculated by averaging the opening and closing common stockholders' equity balances.

Earnings Per Share

A financial indicator that divides a company's profit by the outstanding shares of its common stock, measuring the company's profitability per share.