7. Microsoft Engine Co. has the following securities outstanding: I) 200 bonds that have 5 years to maturity and pay 12 percent coupon, ii) 500 shares of Consols that pay a coupon payment of $80 annually. The firm has estimated the following discount rate for its financial securities: 10 percent for bonds and 8 percent for Consols. What will be the total value of holding these financial securities

When cell phones were first entering the market, they were relatively large and reception was undependable. all cell phones were essentially the same. but as the technology developed, many competitors entered, introducing features unique to their phones. today, cell phones are only a small fraction of the size and weight of their predecessors. consumers can buy cell phones with color screens, cameras, internet access, daily planners, or voice activation (and any combination of these features). the history of the cell phone demonstrates what marketing trend?