You wish to estimate as precisely as possible the slope in a straight line regression model y = + x + e: each pair of observations (x; y) costs $ 1: 00 and your budget is $ 4: 00. a data analyst proposes that you consider one of the following two options: (a) make two y-observations at x = 1 and a further two at x = 4; (b) make one y-observation at each of the points x = 1; 2; 3 and 4. which of the two options would give you the most bang for your bucks? show a relevant calculation to justify your choice.

Which type of data does your company collect from customers or potential customers? a. positioning datab. market share datac. primary datad. secondary data select the best answer from the choices provided

On january 2, well co. purchased 10% of rea, inc.’s outstanding common shares for $400,000, which equaled the carrying amount and the fair value of the interest purchased in rea’s net assets. well did not elect the fair value option. because well is the largest single shareholder in rea, and well’s officers are a majority on rea’s board of directors, well exercises significant influence over rea. rea reported net income of $500,000 for the year and paid dividends of $150,000. in its december 31 balance sheet, what amount should well report as investment in rea?

Over the past year, three of the star salesmen at family resorts international's corporate office have been lured away to competitors. on top of that, karina, the general manager of the sales department, has noticed that most employees come in, do their jobs, and leave. family resorts offers a good salary, benefits, and tuition reimbursement, as well as a number of development and training programs. most employees seem contented enough, but karina would like to do something to increase the level of engagement among her staff. what do you think karina should do?