Beginning in the 1440s,design Changes in Portuguese Caravels Allowed Them

question 9

Multiple Choice

Beginning in the 1440s,design changes in Portuguese caravels allowed them to:

• A)use a larger rudder,allowing for more accurate navigation.
• B)use square sails,promoting faster travel into the wind.
• C)employ larger crews on smaller ships.
• D)utilize oars in addition to sails.
• E)sail with two masts and faster,triangular sails.

Grasp the sociological theories that explain age-based groups and age stratification within society.

Identify types of generations and their characteristics based on sociological definitions.

Assess the trends and implications of obesity in the United States.

Understand the demographic shifts towards an aging population and its societal challenges.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

The indirect factory-related costs that are incurred when a product is manufactured.

Forming Department

A section within a manufacturing process where raw materials are shaped or formed into parts before being assembled into final products.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the production process, such as utilities, maintenance, and factory supervisor salaries, not directly tied to the production of goods.

Customizing Department

A specialized department within a company focused on altering products to meet specific customer requirements or preferences.