A Contract That Grants Its Buyer the Right, but Not

question 21

Multiple Choice

A contract that grants its buyer the right, but not the obligation, to sell an asset at a specified price is called a:

• A)futures contract.
• B)call option.
• C)preset contract.
• D)put option.
• E)primary contract.

Differentiate between intrinsic and extrinsic motivations and their impacts on behavior.

Identify and explain the differences and similarities between the drive theory and incentive theory of motivation.

Recognize homeostatic motivations and their role in maintaining physiological balance.

Explain the concept of drive reduction and how it relates to motivated behavior.

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Definitions:

Shortage Cost

The costs incurred when demand for a product exceeds the supply, including potential lost sales, customer dissatisfaction, and additional operational costs to manage the shortage.

Investment In Inventory

The resources allocated by a business to purchase goods and materials held in stock for the purpose of resale or production.

Flexible Policy

A strategy allowing for adaptable operational or financial decisions based on changing circumstances, often to mitigate risks or seize opportunities.

Minimal Cash Balances

Minimal Cash Balances represent the smallest amount of cash that a business needs to keep on hand to meet its immediate payment obligations and avoid liquidity issues.