Thinking of Your Own Country and Constitution, Write an Essay

question 29

Essay

Thinking of your own country and constitution, write an essay focusing on the following question: As a social-contract theorist, under what conditions could citizens justifiably break the social contract? That is, when would your government no longer be legitimate, and acts of political rebellion (such as civil disobedience)and even revolution be permissible?   Your essay should discuss the social-contract theories of Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau. It can focus on issues of justice, equality, and individual rights.

Calculate and analyze the cost of various types of short-term financing.

Describe the characteristics and implications of factoring accounts receivable.

Understand and calculate changes in net working capital and their impact on free cash flow.

Analyze and interpret the relationship between sales, accounts payable, and inventory management on cash flows.

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Definitions:

Public Policy

Principles and standards considered by the government to be of benefit to the community and used as a guide for legislative action.

Noncompetition Clauses

Provisions in employment contracts that prevent employees from entering into competition with their employer for a certain period after leaving the company.

Public Policy

Principles and standards accepted by the majority of citizens and used by legislators, judges, and public officials to guide their actions and decisions.

Illegal Contract

An agreement between parties that is prohibited by law or public policy, rendering it unenforceable.