In some instances, accounting principles require a departure from valuing inventories at cost alone. determine the proper unit inventory price in the following cases, under the lower-of-cost-or-market rule. (round answers to 2 decimal places, e. g. 52.75.)
cases 1 2 3 4 5
cost $15.90 $16.10 $15.90 $15.90 $15.90
net realizable value 14.50 19.20 15.20 10.40 16.40
net realizable value less normal profit 12.80 17.60 13.75 8.80 14.80
market (replacement cost) 14.80 17.20 12.80 9.70 16.80

Abank provides its customers mobile applications that significantly simplify traditional banking activities. for example, a customer can use a smartphone to take a picture of a check and electronically deposit into an account. this unique service demonstrates the bank’s desire to practice which one of porter’s strategies?

Acolleague from the plant in germany has arrived at the chicago plant to share insights on a recent product line changeover implemented in germany. this changeover has saved thousands of euros at the german facility, but jim does not think it will work in the united states. jim feels that there is a completely different attitude towards work and innovation in the u. s., and in fact, thinks the german facility is technologically behind his plant. additionally, the colleague often mispronounces words when he speaks english, and doesn't dress appropriately for the u. s. office. he showed up to work on the plant floor in a formal suit and tie, with dress shoes that had a slippery sole. however, the colleague is a guest, and it is important that jim pretends to be interested. identify the listening barriers. check all that apply. thought speed grandstanding faking attention nonverbal distractions psychological barriers

The – effect means tommy's – will shift because he has less purchasing power. as a result, he may choose the regular-size steak instead of the larger "hunter's portion" he prefers. the – effect means tommy may spend some of the money he saved by ordering the smaller steak to order a bigger salad.