A Firm Is Considering Adding a Second Secretary to Answer

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Essay

A firm is considering adding a second secretary to answer phone calls and make appointments.The cost of the secretary will be $10/hour and she will work 200 hours each month.If each new client adds $400 of profit to the firm,how many clients must the secretary arrange for the firm to break even?

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Definitions:

Western Electric Company

A historical telecommunications company that played a pivotal role in the development and manufacture of telephone and electrical equipment, notably conducting the Hawthorne Studies which had a foundational impact on organizational behavior studies.

Lucent Technologies

was a multinational telecommunications equipment company, known for its innovations in optical, data, and voice networking technology, before merging with Alcatel in 2006.

Managerial Ethics

Refers to the moral principles and standards that guide the behavior of individuals in managerial positions, influencing their decision-making and leadership practices.

Corporate Social Responsibility

A business model that incorporates self-regulation into a company's business model to ensure its activities have a positive impact on society, the environment, and the economy.