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Defense mechanisms are mental strategies used to combat, or defend against, anxiety. Although individuals are aware of their actions they are not aware of underlying defense mechanisms which may be the cause of their actions. When individuals face experiences or information that cause too much anxiety or threaten self-esteem, they unconsciously utilize defense mechanisms to reduce anxiety or protect their sense of self. This can be helpful or maladaptive depending on which defense mechanisms are relied on, and as individuals mature so should their use of defense mechanisms. According to Cramer (2002), who has performed multiple studies examining defense Continue reading...

Finance

About Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLO)
The new financial instrument in the industry that is backed by the pool of debts that often constitutes low rated corporate loans. These securities are similar to Collateralized Debt Obligations except for the different type of underlying loans pooled against the security issue. CLO’s were created with the objective of lowering the cost of borrowing for the businesses and also to reduce the risk of banks as the risk associated with underlying loans are distributed amongst the investors.
CLO’s payments are also made in tranches which are also known as cash waterfalls Continue reading...

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On November 24, 2014, hackers launched a sophisticated attack on the Hollywood studio Sony Pictures. At first, skulls appeared on the screens of Sony employees, with a threatening message about compromised secret data (Alvarez, 2014). The hackers identified themselves as the "Guardians of Peace" and demanded that Sony stop the release of an upcoming movie called “The Interview”, a satirical comedy revolving around the assassination of the North Korean leader Kim Jong-un (Gibbs, 2014). The group released a hacked version of the film and other date, including personal emails and information about Sony employees. While Sony and the U.S. Continue reading...

If I were an author of children's books marketed towards ages four to eight years old, I would print mostly paper books for the lower portion of the market segment, i.e. four and five year-olds. This is due to the fact that young children are very tactile, and learn better by touching entertainment and learning materials. Thus, paper books fit this criteria, and children will have something that they own, and is relatively portable -- as children's books generally do not require too much space. Furthermore, adults can read to their children -- and bond with them better -- Continue reading...

Companies, business people and other stakeholders in the business world have realized that social media is an excellent tool for their company growth today. A lot of these companies command massive online presence with a large liking and following on Facebook and Twitter. The businesses and the other stakeholders in the business world are crafting measures that can help them in improving their online presence. With a successful implementation of these measures, these stakeholders will start enjoying the benefits that come with this. In the business world, a concept similar to participating in live Twitter chat could be used Continue reading...

When looking back at the past, it can be hard to always determine the exact events which happened. This is especially true when looking at ancient history, a time when oral tradition accounted for much of the “history.” Because of the lack of actual written documents, there is always a discussion of whether stories from the past are myth or reality.
According to the dictionary, “myth” is defined as, “A traditional or legendary story, usually concerning some being or hero or event, with or without a determinable basis of fact or natural explanation (Dictionary.com).” This means that myth can Continue reading...

Management Information System

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According to Mark Hurd, why does his typical customer's IT budget increase by two to three percent per year (even when his typical customer does not do any innovation)? (5 points)
Apparently, no application is used solely in its original mode during different statitions of its utilization. All applications undergo numerous changes in their structure, mainly due to the variety of gadgets used today – users are no longer limited to system-based applications, and can choose from smartphones, tabs, and other devices, hence applications’ adjustments to the new operational systems. Coulds are widely used for the purpose of Continue reading...

IFRS Versus GAAP

Accounting plays a pivotal role in the daily operations of businesses. Borrowed and earned monies, as well as other types of cash flows, require precise recording. Well-organized and proper accounting methods help the management and other stakeholders to monitor progress and make important decisions. This essay delves into the relevance, benefits, comparisons and contrasts of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as concepts in accounting practice.

One of the ways in which the IFRS differs from GAAP is that it does not necessitate the use of the title “statement of financial position”. Additionally, IFRS Continue reading...

The Way, or Taoism, is a world-renowned method of living one’s life. Often confused with a simple and peaceful way of living, the religions of the world that have adopted Taoism or, the Way, have many intricate philosophical and ethical origins followers are expected to abide by. Confucianists and Daoists are two groups that have adopted the Way, using it to navigate the perils of the mortal world. It meant different things to each group, and they followed it for different reasons in an effort to make sense of themselves and the world around them.
Confucianists interpreted the Continue reading...

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Meccan Surahs being revealed in two parts have their own thematic justice to them in the Quran. They mostly consist of the themes of generosity, of the spirits and man, of prayer, patience and the deeds which all true believers much carry out in order to maintain their faith (Sells).
Some of the Meccan surahs in the Quran mostly center on the values that a believer in Islam needs to uphold in order to be affirmed as a true believer. One of the most important themes discussed in some of Continue reading...