A Very Large Database That Holds Important Data from a Variety

question 18

Multiple Choice

A very large database that holds important data from a variety of sources is called a ____.

• A) data warehouse
• B) flat file database
• C) business intelligence system
• D) data mine field

Explain expatriate compensation practices in international businesses.

Describe strategies for competing in the international environment.

Identify challenges faced by human resource managers in implementing international strategies.

Discuss local training issues encountered by multinational companies in employing host-country nationals.

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Definitions:

Firm Sleep Surface

A mattress or other surface designed to support a sleeping person adequately, recommended to reduce the risk of sleep-related infant deaths.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

The unexplained death of a seemingly healthy baby less than a year old during sleep, without a clear cause even after a thorough investigation.

Lamaze Method

A childbirth method in which women are educated about childbirth, breathe in patterns that lessen pain during birth, and have a coach present.

Apgar Scale

A measure of a newborn’s health that assesses appearance, pulse, grimace, activity level, and respiratory effort.