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Which items from #1 did you use to decide on the least and most important attributes, and why?

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The major shopping areas in the community of Springdale include Springdale Mall, West Mall, and the downtown area on Main Street. A telephone survey has been conducted to identify strengths and weaknesses of these areas and to find out how they fit into the shopping activities of local residents.

The 150 respondents were also asked to provide information about themselves and their shopping habits. The data are provided in the file SHOPPING. The variables in the survey can be found in the file CODING.

We will concentrate on variables 18–25, which reflect how important each of eight different attributes is in the respondent’s selection of a shopping area.

Each of these variables has been measured on a scale of 1 (the attribute is not very important in choosing a shopping area) to 7 (the attribute is very important in choosing a shopping area).

The attributes being rated for importance are listed below. Examining the relative importance customers place on these attributes can help a manager “fine-tune” his or her shopping area to make it a more attractive place to shop.

Compute descriptive statistics for each variable along with an explanation of what the descriptive statistics tell us about the variable.

This will include the mean, mode, range, standard deviation, and the five-number summary (minimum, first quartile (Q1), median (Q2), third quartile (Q3), and maximum). Be sure to show each calculation in your spreadsheet.

Are there any data points for any of the variables that can be considered outliers? If there are any outliers in any variable, list them and state for which variable they are an outlier. Use the z-score method to determine any outliers for this question. Be sure to show each z-score calculation in your spreadsheet for each variable.

Based on the results for question 1, which attributes seem to be the most important and the least important in respondents’ choice of a shopping area? Which items from #1 did you use to decide on the least and most important attributes, and why?

Determine the correlation coefficient between variable 19 and variables 21 – 25. Provide an explanation of these relationships. Show your calculations for each correlation coefficient within the spreadsheet.

Include a title page, introduction, body, conclusion, and a reference page.

The introduction should describe or summarize the topic or problem. It might discuss the general applications of the topic or it might introduce the unique terminology associated with the topic.

The body of your paper should address the questions posed in the problem. Explain how you approached and answered the question or solved the problem, and, for each question, show all steps involved. Be sure this is in paragraph format, not numbered answers like a homework assignment.

The conclusion should summarize your thoughts about what you have determined from your analysis in completing the assignment. Nothing new should be introduced in the conclusion that was not previously discussed in the body paragraphs.

Discuss how regression analysis might help in revealing a relationship between the two (or more) variables.

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Regression Analysis Data Science DF3

Regression analysis is generally performed using quantitative data for both dependent and independent variables. It can also extend to cases where one of the variables (or both) is (are) qualitative. Due to its flexibility, it has been widely used in many different applications.

Discuss how regression analysis might help in revealing a relationship between the two (or more) variables. Describe the problem background and the variables. Also, why do you believe that a regression model is suitable?

Discuss and critically evaluate the use of ‘constraint-induced movement therapy’ and ‘mirror therapy’.

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Physiotherapy

You are working as a physiotherapist with a patient following a stroke presenting with unilateral upper limb weakness and associated hemiplegic shoulder pain.

Discuss and critically evaluate the use of ‘constraint-induced movement therapy’ and ‘mirror therapy’ for this patient including whether the interventions are likely to be appropriate / feasible (with justification) and, if so, how these would be incorporated as components of their rehabilitation

Why are you looking into this mathematical question and what results are you expecting?

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Probability in black jack looking at the probability of winning the hand depending on the number of decks

• Introduction – explains the aim of the exploration. Why are you looking into this mathematical question and what results are you expecting? Give a general description of how you are going about your explanation.

Make sure to include evidence of personal engagement, explaining why this topic is of personal interest to you.

• Main Body Paragraphs – the bulk of your marks. This is your mathematical exploration, finding an answer to the question you posed in your introduction. Graphs, tables, and diagrams should be included in this section and not attached as appendices.

Appendices should only be used to include large data sets or any additional figures that may not be strictly relevant to your research question.

Describe exactly what needs to be done. Explain why this course of action will solve the problem.

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The Practice of General Management – Xiaomi case

When analyzing cases, it is important to isolate critical facts, evaluate whether assumptions are useful or faulty, and distinguish between good and bad information.

Cases are to be written in essay format, not point form.

When you use tools that require extensive analysis (like the Five Forces, Shared Value Creation or Stakeholder Theory), do the work in an appendix and only talk about the most relevant findings in the body of the text (i.e. the industry forces or stakeholders that matter most to the development of your analysis).

Every case should include each of the following steps (but not as subject headers – incorporate them into a narrative):

1) Identify your role: CEO? Board member? Outside consultant? Etc. One sentence max.

2) Identify the problem: Write a concise problem statement. This should just be one or two sentences, and appear at the very beginning of your work. Use it as a reference point as you proceed through the analysis.

The process of thinking about possible solutions may lead you away from the initial problem. Don’t fall into this trap. Make sure your recommendation actually addresses the problem you have identified.

There generally is not one “correct” problem to be identified. Instead, you are graded based on how well you analyze and solve the problem you chose to work with.

3) Conduct your analysis: Use the analytical tools from the course reading. DO NOT do external research.

The point of the exercise is to see how you apply the tools of the course to a real-world challenge, NOT to see if you can find out what the company actually did. Very often a strong case will make recommendations that are quite different from what the company did because you are working with different information than they were.

The analysis should be the longest section of your write-up, at least one full page per tool plus the work you do in the appendix.

Each assigned reading has at least one tool (like shared value, stakeholder theory, five forces, etc.). Use at least two tools. ONLY use tools from our readings, NOT tools from other courses (like SWOT or PESTEL). Furthermore, you must use one of the specific tools assigned in the same week that case is due.

Make sure the tool you use fits the problem – i.e. five forces looks at the industry, while other tools, like those on organizational culture, look within the firm.

Also, ask yourself why you have chosen one type of analysis over another. Assumption checking can also help determine if you have gotten to the heart of the problem or are still just dealing with symptoms.

4) Propose alternative solutions: Generally, three. Make sure each alternative is justified and supported by your analysis.

It is important to remember that in management cases there is rarely one right answer or one best way. Even when members of a class or a team agree on what the problem is, you may not agree on how to solve the problem. Therefore, it is helpful to consider several different solutions.

5) Make recommendations: Choose ONE of the three alternatives.

Describe exactly what needs to be done. Explain why this course of action will solve the problem.

The recommendation should also include suggestions for how best to implement the proposed solution because the recommended actions and their implications for the performance and future of the firm are interrelated.

The solution you propose must solve the problem you identified. This point cannot be overemphasized; too often, students make recommendations that treat only symptoms or fail to tackle the central problems in the case. Make a logical argument that shows how the problem led to the analysis and how the analysis led to the recommendations you are proposing.

Remember, an analysis is not an end in itself; it is useful only if it leads to a solution. The actions you propose should describe the very next steps that the company needs to take.

Discuss the use of magical realism in the work of an author in “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings” by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

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Discuss the use of magical realism in the work of an author in “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings” by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Evaluate and contrast the fundamental models of sports injury prevention (including van Mechelen, Meeuwisse, Gabbett, TRIPP etc) and Assess injury/illness prevention strategies used across a variety of sports, ages and abilities.

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“Implementation of an injury prevention programme is often overlooked in injury prevention research. Let’s make it a requirement.”

Evaluate and contrast the fundamental models of sports injury prevention (including van Mechelen, Meeuwisse, Gabbett, TRIPP etc) and Assess injury/illness prevention strategies used across a variety of sports, ages and abilities, and evaluate the barriers and challenges to successful implementation.

You should plan your editorial assignment around an introduction, body and conclusion. You will need to demonstrate your understanding of the injury prevention process through a critical analysis of the evidence for the effectiveness of injury prevention program-mes in sport.

You will need to address the inherent complexities and pitfalls in injury prevention research, as well as the practical aspects of implementation and translation into practice.

What does the data or your findings show? What did you find? Explain your findings (Be specific.) Did you find any interesting or unique patterns or relationships?

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What does the data or your findings show? What did you find? Explain your findings (Be specific.) Did you find any interesting or unique patterns or relationships?

What would you change about your survey, if any? Include a copy of the survey questions.

The survey should contain 15-20 questions. Your assignment should be 2-3 pages, excluding the survey questionnaire.

The simplest way to construct your online survey is by using Good Docs/Google Forms. The following links should be helpful.

If you feel comfortable with Survey Monkey or Qualtrics, feel free to use them. Also, you can simply create your questionnaire in a Word document and email it to your participants (if that’s easier for you).

Try to use all different question types (multiple-choice, open-ended/short answer, matrix question/scales, contingency question) when constructing your survey questions.

Describe the SDOH that affect the family health status.What is the impact of these SDOH on the family?

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Social Determinates of Health

Refer back to the interview and evaluation you conducted. Family Health Assessment. Identify the social determinates of health (SDOH) contributing to the family’s health status. In a 750-1,000 word paper, create a plan of action to incorporate health promotion strategies for this family. Include the following:

Describe the SDOH that affect the family health status. What is the impact of these SDOH on the family? Discuss why these factors are prevalent for this family. (The SDOH directly affecting family health status are relevant, accurately identified and thoroughly described. The direct impact to the family, and why the factors are prevalent to the family, are discussed in detail. The discussion is well supported and illustrates insight into SDOH and their effect on family health status.)

Based on the information gathered through the family health assessment, recommend age-appropriate screenings for each family member. Provide support and rationale for your suggestions. (Screenings presented for each family member are age appropriate and highly relevant. Screenings correlate to the information gathered through family health assessment. Strong rationale and support is presented.)

Choose a health model to assist in creating a plan of action. Describe the model selected. Discuss the reasons why this health model is the best choice for this family. Provide rationale for your reasoning. (A health model is selected and thoroughly described. A detailed discussion of how the model will assist in creating a plan of action is presented. Reasons for why it is best for this family are clearly outlined. Strong rationale and support are provided to support reasoning.)

Using the model, outline the steps for a family-centered health promotion. Include strategies for communication. The health model is used to create a relevant and viable family-centered health promotion. The steps to achieve the desired outcome are described in detail.

Appropriate strategies for communication with the family are clearly presented. The health promotion is well-designed and demonstrates an ability to assimilate findings and appropriately apply theoretical knowledge to achieve desired outcomes.)

Cite at least three peer-reviewed or scholarly sources to complete this assignment. Sources should be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria.

 

Critically discuss the circumstances which might increase the risk of a successful passing off claim from Floppy Eared Bunny.

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Intellectual Property Law

Saul seeks your advice on the following intellectual property (IP) matters:

If Saul were to register Floppy Ears Ltd as the company name, critically discuss the circumstances which might increase the risk of a successful passing off claim from Floppy Eared Bunny.

In relation to the use of the charcoal spaniel image on the packaging, critically discuss the circumstances which should affect the merits of any copyright claim under English law.

Critically discuss the advantages of registered trade mark protection compared to reliance on the common law of passing off and identify signs which Saul should consider registering as trade marks in the context of his illusion kit business.