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Conforming in Order to Be Accepted by Others or to Avoid

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Conforming in order to be accepted by others or to avoid social rejection is known as the _____________ social influence, whereas when people conform to the behaviours or opinions of others because they believe that these others have accurate knowledge and know what is "right", this is the _____________ social influence.

Analyze the relationship between marginal cost, marginal revenue, and the decision making of firms in the short run.

Grasp the implications of fixed, variable, and total costs on firm operations in the context of pure competition.

Describe the effect of market demand and supply shifts on a firm's equilibrium, profitability, and production decisions.

Identify and explain economic fallacies, particularly the fallacy of composition, in the context of personal savings and overall economic well-being.

Definitions:

Due Diligence

A required standard of care that certain professionals, such as accountants, must meet to avoid liability for securities violations.

Financial Statement

A formal record of the financial activities and position of a business, person, or other entity, typically including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

The standard framework of guidelines for financial accounting used in any given jurisdiction; commonly abbreviated as GAAP.

Good Faith

A sincere intention to be fair, open, and honest, regardless of the outcome of the interaction.