Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 17-1 Simon Is Learning About

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Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 17-1 Simon is learning about the inner workings of his computer. Before now, he had never thought about what was going on behind the scenes of his computer. Simon has decided to get a multi-core processor for his computer. His computer is slightly old, but Simon decides to only upgrade the processor. Simon's new multi-core processor will not perform to its maximum potential because ____.

• A) it is too big to fit in his old computer
• B) a multi-core processor offers maximum performance only when your computer's operating system and application software are optimized for dual-core processing
• C) you can't upgrade computer processors
• D) you must have at least the Windows XP processor

Understand the effects of cultural orientations such as long-term vs. short-term orientations on business practices and employee behavior.

Identify the symptoms and consequences of culture shock and strategies for adjusting to new cultures in international assignments.

Understand the concept of degrees of freedom in statistical testing.

Comprehend the structure and calculation of combinations in factorial research designs.

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