China's System of Standardized Tests That Gave Individuals Government Positions

question 22

Multiple Choice

China's system of standardized tests that gave individuals government positions based on merit

• A) was supported by the majority of the people and thus became very successful.
• B) lasted through the Han period but was eliminated during the Song Dynasty.
• C) failed to keep wealthy families from purchasing high government offices for their sons.
• D) did allow some commoners into public service, but the wealthy still kept the vast majority of the positions.
• E) was viewed as a good idea in theory, but in reality gave the mandarins too much power.

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Identify the inputs required for effective aggregate planning and their sources.

Comprehend the traditional focus areas of aggregate planning and how it extends beyond enterprise boundaries.

Recognize the operational parameters involved in aggregate planning, including production rate, overtime, backlog, and inventory on hand.

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