An Analysis of Baker,Inc This Gain in Operating Income Is Consistent with a ________

question 168

Multiple Choice

An analysis of Baker,Inc.'s operating income for the last two years showed the following: $$\begin{array} { | l | r | } \hline \text { Operating income for } 2011 & \$ 1,200,000 \\\hline \text { Add growth component } & 30,000 \\\hline \text { Add price-recovery component } & 200,000 \\\hline \text { Deduct productivity component } & ( 16,000 \\\hline \text { Operating income for 2012 } & \$ 1,414,000 \\\hline\end{array}$$ This gain in operating income is consistent with a ________.

• A) downsizing strategy
• B) reengineering strategy
• C) product differentiation strategy
• D) cost leadership strategy

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Definitions:

Microsleeps

Brief, unintended episodes of loss of attention associated with events such as blank stare, head snapping, and prolonged eye closure, which may happen when a person is fatigued but trying to stay awake.

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements and is associated with dreaming and brain activity similar to wakefulness.

Slow-wave Sleep

a phase of deep sleep, characterized by slow brain waves, that is important for restoring the body and brain, and consolidating new memories.

REM Sleep Behavior Disorder

A sleep disorder characterized by the acting out of dreams during the REM phase of sleep, often resulting in disruptive or violent behaviors.