Which of the Following Factors Has Not Contributed to the Trend

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors has not contributed to the trend towards outsourcing in recent decades:

• A)Increasing emphasis on cost efficiency
• B)Increasing transaction costs
• C)Increasing turbulence of the business environment
• D)Increasing emphases on the need for competitive advantage based upon superior capabilities

Distinguish between the range, interquartile range, and variance, and understand when to use each measure.

Appreciate the importance of the interquartile range in reducing the impact of outliers.

Understand the limitations of the range as a measure of variability.

Calculate the interquartile range for a given data set.

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Credit Extending

The practice of allowing a customer to purchase goods or services on account, paying for them at a later date.

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Structured sets of data held in a computer system, allowing for easy access, management, and update of information.

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Conditions under which credit will be extended to a borrower, including repayment schedule, interest rate, and the timeframe of the loan.