The Corporate Decision on Type and Level of R&D Activity

question 199

Multiple Choice

The corporate decision on type and level of R&D activity is difficult because

• A)the interest-rate cost of funds is difficult to estimate.
• B)much of corporate R&D is based on the pursuit of science, not on the profit motive.
• C)expected returns lie in the future and are highly uncertain.
• D)total returns and marginal returns greatly diverge.

Develop an understanding of how telecommuting/teleworking influences communication dynamics.

Evaluate the role of technology in facilitating global communication for businesses.

Recognize the importance of listening and empathy in effective communication.

Understand the impact of cultural differences on international business communication.

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Definitions:

Employment Discrimination

Unfair treatment of employees based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Economic Theory

Economic Theory encompasses the models and concepts that describe the behavior of economies, including principles guiding production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

Competitive Forces

Factors that influence the competitiveness of a market, including the bargaining power of buyers and suppliers, the threat of new entrants, the threat of substitute products, and the intensity of competitive rivalry.

Personal Prejudices

Bias or preconceived opinions that individuals hold against others or certain ideas, often without proper knowledge or reason.