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A Large University Is Interested in the Outcome of a Course

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A large university is interested in the outcome of a course standardization process. They have taken a random sample of 100 student grades, across all instructors. The grades represent the proportion of problems answered correctly on a midterm exam. The sample proportion correct was calculated as 0.78.
A) Construct a 90% confidence interval on the population proportion of correctly answered problems.
B) Construct a 95% confidence interval on the population proportion of correctly answered problems.

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Distinguish between joint operations and joint ventures and the implications for financial reporting.

Apply the equity and cost methods for reporting interests in jointly controlled enterprises according to ASPE and IFRS.

Prepare and interpret consolidated financial statements, including recognizing and measuring goodwill and non-controlling interests.

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