In the United States, which of the following can be patented?

A. Abstract ideas
B. Laws of nature
C. New chemical compounds
D. Physical phenomena


Answer: C

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recognized on the sale of the equipment This was the only equipment sale during the year. Assume that all purchases of equipment were paid with cash. How much cash was paid by Shorter for the purchase of equipment during 2017? a. $7,000 b. $30,000 c. $37,000 d. $72,000

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Solara Company entered into a contract with Hammer Construction Company to construct a building. Construction began in 2014 and was completed in 2015 . As of January 1 . 2015, Solara had made total progress payments to Hammer of $50,000 . In addition, interest capitalized on the building during 2014 was $2,500 . Solara made additional payments on June 30, 2015, and December 31 . 2015 . Solara had

issued $80,000 of 9% bonds to finance part of the construction. The average interest on Solara's additional debt was 11% for 2015. How much interest should be capitalized by Solara for 2015? a. $6,750 b. $6,975 c. $13,500 d. $13,725

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Which of the following is an antecedent of feedback seeking?

A. ego-defense enhancement B. image-offense enhancement C. accuracy in self-view D. frequency enhancement

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When marketers look at advertising media they often begin with viewer or listener profiles such as age, income, gender, and race. They then compare the media profile with their target audience. These marketers are using ________ to see if the media "fit" with their advertising agenda.

A. demographics B. scenario planning C. country culture D. regional culture E. micromarketing measures

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