Case AC 8-1 Eric Runs a Small Computer Repair Service

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Multiple Choice

Case AC 8-1 Eric runs a small computer repair service. He decides to reduce prices by 5% to see if he can obtain more clients. Eric quickly creates and runs an update database query against his price table to lower the prices displayed on his Web site and then decides to take a lunch break. In the meantime, Eric begins receiving many client emails and calls inquiring on the 50% price drop advertised on his Web site. What is the most likely cause for Eric's Web site to be displaying a 50% price drop for services?

• A) Eric's server is displaying last years test data.
• B) Eric ran the query on the wrong server.
• C) Records in his price table were changed as soon as Eric ran the query.
• D) A competitor's Web site is listing Eric's phone number.

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Definitions:

Diene

Organic compounds containing two double bonds, often involved in polymerization reactions.

Hydrogenation

The chemical reaction that adds hydrogen (H2) across unsaturated bonds in molecules, such as converting alkenes to alkanes.

ΔH°

The standard enthalpy change of a reaction, measured under standard conditions (1 atm, 298.15K), representing the difference in enthalpy between products and reactants.

Stability

The resistance of a chemical compound to change in its chemical structure or composition under specific conditions.