Whether or not to dilute AMD and reduce heavy metal contamination in old mine tailings in order to safeguard water quality in Lefthand Creek provides an excellent example of the interface between scientific knowledge of a hazard and the factors that go into the ultimate policy decision regarding how to deal with that hazard. It provides a case study in the political, economic, ethical, and social dimensions that factor into that decision. Discuss briefly your perception of the appropriate role for earth science within the decision-making process in a situation such as this.

Neon light company of kansas city ships lamps and lighting appliances throughout the country. ms. neon has determined that through the establishment of local collection centers around the country, she can speed up the collection of payments by one and one-half days. furthermore, the cash management department of her bank has indicated to her that she can defer her payments on her accounts by one-half day without affecting suppliers. the bank has a remote disbursement center in florida. a. if neon light company has $2.90 million per day in collections and $1.18 million per day in disbursements, how many dollars will the cash management system free up?

Cynthia is a hospitality worker in the lodging industry who prefers to cater to small groups of people. she might want to open a

Which of the following services will be provided by a full-service broker but not by a discount broker? i. research of potential investment opportunities ii. purchase and sale of stock at your request iii. recommendation of investments a. i and iii b. ii only c. iii only d. i, ii, and ii