Refer to the Mark-Recapture Equation Below

question 126

Multiple Choice

Refer to the mark-recapture equation below. Suppose researchers mark 20 Pacific giant salamanders on the first day of sampling.On the second day, 50 salamanders are captured, of which 10 are marked.In the equation, n₁ is the total number of individuals in the first sample (captured, marked, and released) ; n₂ is the total number of individuals in the second sample; and M is the number of marked individuals recaptured in the second sample.Which is the best estimate of the overall size of this salamander population?

• A) 50
• B) 100
• C) 200
• D) 500
• E) 1000

Apply center-of-gravity and other quantitative methods to location analysis.

Consider ethical and social responsibilities in location decisions.

Use factor-rating and other models to evaluate location alternatives.

Identify key considerations in making location decisions at various levels: country, region/community, and site.

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SUTA

State Unemployment Tax Act; a tax paid by employers at a state level to fund unemployment benefits for workers who lose their jobs.

FUTA

The Federal Unemployment Tax Act, which imposes a payroll tax on businesses to fund state workforce agencies.

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The total cost incurred by a company for the payment of wages to employees during a specific period.

FICA Tax Rate

The percentage of income that is taken as tax to fund Social Security and Medicare, paid equally by employees and employers.