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The Secret Price of Wealth Revealed, 2007.
This paper discusses the aspect of wealth as portrayed in Katherine Mansfield's 'Garden Party Stories' and John Cheever's 'The Swimmer'.
1,546 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that the common thread that seems to be woven throughout Katherine Mansfield's 'Garden Party Stories', and John Cheever's 'The Swimmer', is that affluence and social status have the potential to be limiting and destructive. The writer notes that there is a persistent message in these texts that, if one acquires too much opulence, it is common to lapse into a state of non-reality, or at least to be unable to tap into the bank of common sense. Further, the writer points out that although a leisurely life certainly could contribute to a unique set of problems, the stories illustrate what seems to be a commonly held attitude that the wealthy would not know a real problem if it bit them. The writer concludes that it is probably not desirable to attain wealth, because the more one has, the more devastating its loss.
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"Half naked, with his lack of sanity showing, he is headed down the social ladder, down to where Cheever thinks we should all feel lucky to be. As his journey progresses, Neddy realizes that much of what he thought was true is, in fact, not. His memory is deteriorated from alcohol, as well as from madness, the true price of opulence."
"Katherine Mansfield's hints at the hazards of wealth are perhaps more subtle. The first Chapter in the Garden Party is dedicated to the beauty and deep appreciation of nature at a summer vacation resort at the beach. These are seen through the eyes of a simple shepherd, to whom Mansfield gives an angelic quality. Within an almost other-worldly description of the morning, the shepherd whistles peacefully and smokes his pipe, with only the sheep, cat and dog for company."
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What is Wrong with Gasoline Prices?, 2006.
An in-depth research proposal regarding the price of gas prices and foreign policy.
6,041 words (approx. 24.2 pages), 21 sources, APA, $ 143.95
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This paper takes a look at the price of gasoline and how we need to increase gasoline prices to prevent all our national policies from being determined by our thirst for oil. According to the paper, US foreign policy has become a hostage to ensuring adequate supplies of imported oil.
Outline:
Context of the Problem
Statement of the Problem
Research and Review of the Problem
Crude Oil Prices and its Impact on Gasoline Prices
Political Impact of Higher Energy Prices
Objective of Study: To Advocate Higher Gasoline Prices Potential Benefits of Higher Energy Prices
Environmental Impact
Global Warming
Significance of the Study
Research Design & Methodology
Discussion
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"The carbon dioxide produced by motor gasoline in 2003 was equivalent to 311 million metric tons of carbon [Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 2005]. If we could achieve even 10% improvement in energy efficiency through use of lighter cars, it would save million of tons of oil and also reduce the carbon emission by 30 million tons. The 10% target is not just possible it is very realistic and even now a family car is about 25% more fuel efficient than a light truck (a term also applied to SUVs). The federal corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards set the fuel economy goals for new passenger cars at 27.5 miles per gallon (mpg). The regulations do not classify SUVs as cars but as light trucks. The light trucks only have to achieve 20.7 mpg. Even this is taken as an average of all light trucks and some SUVs operate at 12 mpg and can remain on the road legally. Some SUVs like Ford Excursions don't even qualify as light trucks and are not subject to CAFE standard."
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Loss Leader Pricing, 2007.
An examination of the pricing schemes used by Wal-Mart.
1,022 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper examines the loss leader pricing scheme employed by retail businesses like Wal-Mart. It explains how this pricing scheme should be included in Wal-Mart's pricing strategies in order to increase the volume of goods sold and therefore the amount of profits realized by the company. The writer discusses how a retailer such as Wal-Mart relies mostly on economy and occasionally loss leader pricing to maintain profitability. The writer suggests that a successful retailer such as Wal-Mart must make use of a variety of pricing schemes in order to be profitable. The writer notes that Wal-Mart is a success because it sells products at low prices that people want to buy, satisfying customer's wants and needs. The writer concludes that Wal-Mart should continue using a combination of pricing strategies, to include loss leader pricing, to entice consumers to shop in their stores.
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"I am asked if Wal-Mart should use loss leader pricing? One must consider the overall effects of such a practice as well as the company objectives in instituting such a policy. Additionally, a variety of pricing schemes and strategies must be understood as well as the intentions of such schemes. First, loss leader pricing is an aggressive pricing strategy where a retailer sells goods for less than they bought them for, attracting more consumers to their stores. The hope is that these consumers will buy other goods and more than offset the cost of the good being sold for a loss. This is a type of promotional pricing strategy which is a very effective method of pricing."
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Price Gouging, 2007.
This paper discusses the issue of price gouging by oil companies.
2,151 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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In this article, the writer presents a detailed examination of the topic of suspected price gouging by oil companies. Using concrete recent examples of well known companies, including Exxon Mobile, the writer explores allegations of price gouging and argues that it is unfair for oil companies to take advantage of consumers when consumers have supported them for years. According to the writer, social responsibility should supercede corporate responsibility. The writer concludes that the time has come for the oil companies to recognize their social responsibilities and protect the consumers who have kept them in business since their inception. Further, the writer claims that the oil companies need to lower their prices so that the consumer can again trust the prices are fair to everyone involved. The writer includes in this paper approximately 30 pages of source copies.
Outline:
Introduction
The Problem
Current Gas Prices and Price History
Conclusion
References
Source Copies
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"According to studies conducted with regards to gasoline refiners are getting more of a profit out of each gallon now than they were at this time a year ago. Crude producers are getting an additional 47 cents a gallon. After Katrina and the price of oil company products began to increase rapidly, Congress held a special session in which many experts and oil company representatives testified regarding the accusation of price gouging. The companies maintained their belief that it was not their work that was price gouging but it was the retailers who sold the gasoline that were participating in price gouging. Retail representatives responded that it was nonsense, pointing out that their customers would not remain loyal if they suddenly began upping the price of gasoline compared to the retailer across the street."
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The Price of Gasoline, 2002.
An examination of the rising price of gasoline in an international context as well as the effect of these prices on the OPEC countries.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper analyzes the price rise of gasoline in the United States as well as in other countries. The paper discusses the effect of the decision on the price of gasoline given by the OPEC countries.
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Marketing And Pricing Problems, 2002.
Analyzes pricing as a major priority of the marketing mix.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 13 sources, $ 95.95
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Analyzes pricing as a major priority of the marketing mix. End price of the product. Issue of consumer affordability & company profits. Pricing policies of the pharmaceutical industry. AIDS medication high pricing. Drug company lobbying. Fair pricing concept. Altenative pricing strategies such as tier pricing. Role of government regarding subsidies, provision of drugs & medication to the elderly.
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"Production, distribution, and marketing all add up to the desire for consumer acceptance of a product or service. But, within that marketing mix pricing is a major priority. The reason is simple: the product has to be worth the end price.
Pricing is a component of the marketing mix and thereby is not treated in isolation from the broad objectives?developed?which might include high return on investment or high market share (Paley 273).
The customer has to be able to afford to buy at various price points. The pricing has to be established so the company can earn a fair return on its investment in facilities, raw material, marketing expenses and other overhead."
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"The Pricing Problem", 2002.
This paper examines the issues of pricing problems and considerations for establishing accurate pricing policies.
3,650 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 15 sources, $ 133.95
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The term pricing problem refers to the issue of establishing accurate prices that reflect both the product offered, the availability of that particular type of product and the overall quality of the product that is being offered. Paper contains footnotes.
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Gasoline Prices and the Economy, 2004.
An overview of the changing prices of gasoline over the years and the effect on the American economy.
12,955 words (approx. 51.8 pages), 26 sources, MLA, $ 246.95
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This paper discusses how crude oil has proved to be one of the most versatile forms of energy and how man has used this fundamental law of energy conversation to make life easier for himself and the community at large. It explores the topic of gasoline from its refining to its conservation and, in particular, the factors affecting its ever-changing price and the economy.
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Introduction
Information About Crude Oil
Refining of Crude Oil in the United States and Worldwide
Workforce in the Petroleum Industry
The History of International Petroleum Pricing
The Achnacarry Agreement
The Rise of OPEC Power in the 70?s
Effect of Oil Price Increase on the U.S. Economy
Variables Affecting the Cost of Petroleum Products
Impact of Price Increase on the U.S. Economy
Impact of Petroleum Price Increase on the World Economy
Political Influence on Price Increase
Petroleum Product Transportation and Distribution
Petroleum and the Transportation Industry
Types of Fuel Used in the Transportation Industry
Fluctuating Fuel Prices in Recent Times
Impact of Prolonged Petroleum Use on the Economy
Conclusion
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"The high cost of oil production in the U.S. would also be impacted by the price decrease as a result of the additional capacity in Iraq. The U.S. producers would become uncompetitive and may eventually have to stop production of oil in current oil and gas-producing states of Alaska, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas and Wyoming. The U.S. government may have to impose tariffs and taxes on imported oil in order to keep the local U.S. producers competitive. (Bartis, 2003) Oil exploration and distribution channels can cost billions of dollars to develop. This includes the location and identifying of oil wells, the size and capacity of the well, the type of geography of the area and the long-term potential of the oil well are all-important factors in the cost of the oil production set up for any oil well site. It takes time and effort from the identification of the oil well to the actual production of crude oil."
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"Wealth of Nations", 2004.
An analysis of Adam Smith's economic work, "Wealth of Nations".
802 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper discusses how Smith defines wealth in his book, "Wealth of Nations." It explains how he points out that the wealth of a nation is not necessarily a fund of necessaries and conveniences. Much of a nation?s wealth consists of things that have been accumulated privately by individuals or families.
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"According to Smith, the institutions most suitable to commercial interdependence would provide for the governing authority to pursue a laissez faire policy for the economy. Smith said that people, by using their skills and assets for the production of the things potential buyers wanted, sought to increase their individual wealth. Under laissez faire systems, individuals, acting in their own self-interest, have a tendency to dedicate themselves to whichever economic activities that give them the greatest reward in terms of income. Smith believed that by working in their own self-interest people would also be maximizing the economic well-being of the nation."
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?Pledged: The Secret Life of Sororities?, 2005.
A look at how Alexandra Robbins spills secrets in her book "Pledged: The Secret Life of Sororities".
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper reviews the book "Pledged: The Secret Life of Sororities" and examines how Robbins takes the information she had acquired in a year about sororities, ties it up in a pretty package and allows the reader to make judgments on sorority life while keeping her opinion and thoughts extremely non-biased. It shows how Robbins is able to divulge in what she learns, reenact real situations through detailed dialogue and still leave the reader stimulated with enough curiosity by the end that they want to follow up on the characters.
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"Robbins' book is comprised of about 75 percent vignettes and 25 percent authorial voice. The vignettes Robbins uses are essential in understanding what the opinions of the main characters are and also gives a general idea of how the other sisters feel and are affected by situations. By using so much dialogue, Robbins put the reader in the room with the characters and gives them a chance to feel as though they are flies on the wall. The only time Robbins interjects into the scene is to explain something that a "normal" or non-Greek affiliated person would know or to explain to you exactly what is happening in the scene between the sisters."
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Fisher Price Marketing, 1999.
Evaluates the needs for thefirm's marketing of the "ATV Explorer" toy. Examines pricing, segmentation, industry conditions and management.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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This case study is a microcosm of many concepts of marketing, many of them far removed from what appears to be a simple price-point problem. That price-point problem is stated in the beginning -- a mold price for a projected toy can't be made for a budgeted price, thereby resulting in the need for a higher price ($18 versus $12). This was a strong point of departure for the Fisher-Price company, since few of its items sold for more than $5 (Diamond, 1971, 1).
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FISHER PRICE TOYS
Introduction
This case study is a microcosm of many concepts of marketing, many of them far removed from what appears to be a simple price-point problem. That price-point problem is stated in the beginning -- a mold price for a projected toy can't be made for a budgeted price, thereby resulting in the need for a higher price ($18 versus $12). This was a strong point of departure for the Fisher-Price company, since few of its items sold for more than $5 (Diamond, 1971, 1).
Segmentation
Overall, the Fisher-Price toy company is a conservative operation that has an industry segment in the category of well manufactured, reliable ..."
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Racial Disparities in Wealth and Income Studies, 2003.
Discusses why it is important to study wealth along with income in examining inequalities in America.
1,306 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper examines racial differences in income and wealth, with particular focus on both the wealth and income gap and the difference between each. The paper examines the difference between wealth and income, specifically, pertaining to African-Americans and Caucasians in the United States.
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"Many people have sources of money other than their income. Such other resources of money can be referred to as a person?s wealth or net-worth. Income is all earnings, money, wages or payments one is periodically receiving. It?s the flow of money regularly from one source to another. Wealth is equivalent to total assets minus liabilities. This means that wealth consists of stocks, real estate, trusts, bonds, mutual funds, etc. In this country, wealth is more important than income because it brings power and prestige with it. In other words, wealth makes one credible. It carries a certain aura to have wealth; it means everything one owns is paid off, they do are not in debt to any person or institution. Many people have no wealth, solely income."
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Price Discrimination Within the Airline Industry, 2007.
Reviews and discusses five articles that deal with price discrimination in the airline industry.
5,023 words (approx. 20.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 126.95
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Since the airline industry in the United States was deregulated in 1978, there have been many articles written regarding the fares that are charged by various airlines, and the idea that price discrimination or predatory pricing may be taking place. Most of the concern that has been seen lately is much more focused on the major airlines and whether they are using predatory pricing practices, which would therefore discourage lower-cost competition from entering the field. This paper looks at five specific journal articles that deal with price discrimination and utilizes that information to discuss the hypothesis and the rationale for research into the issue. After this is done and the information examined, conclusions and recommendations are drawn regarding airline industry pricing.
Outline:
Introduction
Review of Related Literature
Model
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
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"It can be argued by some that the airline industry is seen as having 'an empty core,' meaning that there are not any customers that cannot be taken from one airline by a rival that is heavily price-competitive. In other words, airlines find that they are in a situation where, when the price that they charge is equalized with the minimum average cost, the capacity that they have is greater than their demand. From this it can be argued that one of the most reasonable responses to such a problem is to start developing cartels or some kind of long-term relationships between sellers and buyers."
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Oil Prices and the U.S. Economy, 2004.
An analysis of the price increments of oil and gas and the effect it has on the U.S. economy.
975 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper contends that the price of oil has a measurable impact on the economy. However, the paper explores at what point the terrorist attack of 2001, the corporate scandals of 2002 and the Iraq war of 2003 became simply economic footnotes rather than an influencing factor on the buying power of the American public. The paper explains that since the price of oil does not exist in an economic vacuum, there are some indicators that can be tied directly to the price of oil. The paper claims that understanding the impact of oil prices involves examining the economic effects that occur directly following rising oil prices and placing those effects in their proper context.
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"It is this fact that makes the case that although oil prices are extremely high, they are not to the catastrophic levels that investor psychology proclaims them to be. But the oil price increase is nevertheless significant, especially with the percent of increase for oil prices as high as it has been. It therefore may appear confusing that the economy has been able to resist a major pull downward. Restraint by the Federal Reserve, undaunted consumer confidence and fearless corporate purchasing have all contributed to the economy's ability to weather the oil price storm."
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Gas Prices, 2005.
This paper discusses the rising gas prices and its effect on the economy.
1,465 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper explains that one of the strangest issues about gas prices is that, even though they are rising rapidly, the variance of how much gasoline costs per gallon on any given day across the country is fascinating. The author points out that many people believe that the reason gas prices have risen so high is that America basically is at war in the Middle East now; however, there are gas stations across the country that do not buy gasoline from the Middle East and instead purchase it from gasoline and oil suppliers within the United States and other countries. The paper stresses that gas prices are rising so rapidly because demand is coming from not only consumer transportation but also from almost everything, which is brought to the various grocers, supermarkets, department stores and other stores, which comes by truck at least for some part of its journey. This increased price of transportation will result in increased prices for every item in the transportation-based economy.
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"Naturally, the reasons behind why gas prices are rising are important but how gas prices and their rise is affecting the economy is even more significant. There are several affects on the economy. First, those that are involved with the ownership of gasoline stations, oil refineries, and others that work closely with this type of product are seeing higher profits, but they also have to spend more money for the items that they need to create an end product for the purchaser of gasoline (Kirms, 2005). In other words, companies that buy oil from the Middle East and other suppliers are making money because the gas prices are so high. On the other hand, these same individuals must also pay more money than they used to pay to get the barrels of oil that they need to create gasoline. Many people think that the economy is being affected generally by gas companies and oil companies gouging the public to make huge profits. In reality, however, most of the gasoline companies and many of the oil companies are not actually making any more money, because it is all being spent to purchase what is needed to finally get the gasoline to the consumer."
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