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.Analyze the way in which the two (2) countries that you have researched provide services and benefits to its citizens without collecting personal income taxes.

Assignment 1: Should the U.S. Convert to a Zero Personal Income Tax?

Due Week 7 and worth 280 points

In a recent news article located at http://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/heres-where-your-federal-income-tax-dollars-go-f654971, NBC News reported that the U.S. Government spends $3.6 trillion per year to fund Social Security, Medicare, homeland defense and safety, education, transportation, and the interest on debt obligations. In spite of the services and benefits that the government provides, many taxpayers dread paying income taxes but consider them a necessary evil. Consequently, there is much debate about the inequities contained within the tax code, due to tax shelters and tax credits provided to some taxpayers which thereby increase the tax burden on others.

Using the Internet or Strayer Library, research at least two (2) countries that have a zero income tax rate.

Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:

1.Analyze the way in which the two (2) countries that you have researched provide services and benefits to its citizens without collecting personal income taxes.

2.For the countries that you have chosen, determine whether or not the U.S. could adopt their taxation model without reducing its total amount of revenue generated by collecting personal income taxes from individuals and business. Justify your response.

3.Suggest at least three (3) advantages and three (3) disadvantages of the U.S. adopting a zero income tax model. Provide a rationale for your response.

4.Create a proposal for where the revenue would be derived if the U.S. were to adopt a zero income tax model. In your response, provide specific recommendations concerning the following:1.The proposed tax base.

2.Whether or not tax payers at certain income levels should be exempt from taxation.

3.The primary way in which the IRS would calculate the tax rate in order to ensure that the same level of tax revenue would still be collected.

4.The primary way in which your plan will achieve equity.

5.Speculate on the primary way in which the federal government could make up any shortfalls if it does not collect its targeted revenue from personal income taxes, and ascertain the most significant way in which the U.S. Department of the Treasury, through the IRS, can still adhere to its fiscal and monetary policies. Justify your response.

Identify a minimum of three different natural phenomena that are typically responsible for natural disasters.

Assignment 1: LASA 2: Monitoring Our Home Planet

The Internet is a powerful tool that provides the ability to monitor natural phenomena and disasters that happen all over planet Earth.

In this assignment, you will research resources available on the Internet for monitoring natural phenomena including earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, global climate, and weather.

Based on your research, do the following:

  • Identify a minimum of three different natural phenomena that are typically responsible for natural disasters. Analyze the potential impact of these disasters.
  • Analyze how these phenomenon are monitored, or not, via the Internet. Critique available Web sites, which publicly display up-to-date monitored information related to each of the natural phenomena you have identified. Focus on the following aspects:
    • Geography
      • What parts of the world are potentially affected by these phenomena? Specifically identify the countries.
    • Resources
      • What kinds of resources are allocated toward monitoring these phenomena and why?
      • What types of Web resources monitor the phenomena and provide up-to-date information about them?
      • What kinds of technology are involved in monitoring the phenomena?
    • Politics
      • What political ramifications would this disaster-preparedness technology cause between more-developed countries and less-developed countries?
      • What kinds of issues could this technology cause between less-developed countries?
    • Economics
      • How would this technology directly impact the economies of those countries that have the technology versus those countries that do not?
      • Do you predict any indirect impacts? What current evidence supports your position?
    • Disaster Preparedness
      • What types of systems are in place in terms of disaster preparedness related to these monitored phenomena?
  • Summarize your findings. Evaluate how this technology will impact the future of humanity, both positively and negatively. Be sure to consider the political and economic issues discussed in your future predictions.

Support your statements with examples. Use a minimum of six reliable references, two of which should be peer-reviewed articles.

Write a 7–8-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M5_A1.doc.

By Monday, November 23, 2015, deliver your assignment to the M5: Assignment 1 Dropbox.

Examine at least three (3) evidence-based strategies from each of the selected articles that could help the individuals in each article enhance their adjustment skills.

Due in Week 8 and worth 230 points

Go to NPR’s StoryCorps Website, located at http://www.npr.org/series/4516989/storycorps. Read two (2) articles that were published within the last two (2) months that focus on individuals with major adjustment issues.

Next, use the textbook and the Strayer Library to research evidence-based strategies to help with adjustment. Consider strategies that relate to stress and coping, gender, stages of life, cultural and social issues, and health.

When referencing the selected stories, please use this format:

  • Standard Reference Format:
    • Title of the story [Audio file]. (Year, Month Day). Retrieved from website url.
      • Example:

A homeless teen finds solace in a teacher and a recording [Audio file]. (2014, March 7). Retrieved from http://www.npr.org/2014/03/07/286921391/a-homeless-teen-finds-solace-in-a-teacher-and-a-recording.

  • In-Text Citation Format:
    • The in-text citation for a selected story is an abbreviated version of the title and the year of publication. The abbreviation contains the first three words of the title.
      • Example:

(“A homeless teen,” 2014).

When referencing the textbook, please use this format:

  • Standard Textbook Reference Format:
    • Author’s Name. (Date of publication). Title of the resource. Publisher information.
      • Example:

Santrock, J. (2006). Human adjustment: 2007 custom edition. Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill.

  • In-Text Citation Format:
    • The in-text citation for the textbook is the author’s last name and year of publication.
      • Example:

(Santrock, 2006).

Write a three to six (3-6) page paper in which you:

  1. Summarize two (2) articles you selected from the NPR Website. The two (2) article must be from within the last two (2) months.
  2. Describe the major adjustment issues discussed in each story.
  3. Examine at least three (3) evidence-based strategies from each of the selected articles that could help the individuals in each article enhance their adjustment skills.
  4. For each article, recommend the evidence-based strategy that is best suited for the people in the selected articles. Provide a rationale for your response.
  5. Use at least four (4) quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other similar websites do not qualify as academic resources. Each of your selected articles (2) is a source and your textbook should be used as a source. One additional academic source is required for a total of four (4) sources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double-spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
  • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required assignment page length.
  • Include a reference page containing APA-formatted references for all sources used in your paper. The reference page is not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

  • Identify contextual variables (e.g., culture) that impact psychological adjustment.
  • Define stress, stressors, and coping strategies, and contemplate their relationship to health and wellness.
  • Identify and describe social psychological phenomena.
  • Describe adult relationships, lifestyles, and issues of parenting and longevity.
  • Identify gender differences and explore gender role stereotypes.
  • Use technology and information resources to research issues in psychology.
  • Write clearly and concisely about psychology using proper writing mechanics.

Analyze how these phenomenon are monitored, or not, via the Internet.

The Internet is a powerful tool that provides the ability to monitor natural phenomena and disasters that happen all over planet Earth. In this assignment, you will research resources available on the Internet for monitoring natural phenomena including earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, global climate, and weather. Based on your research, do the following: •Identify a minimum of three different natural phenomena that are typically responsible for natural disasters. Analyze the potential impact of these disasters. •Analyze how these phenomenon are monitored, or not, via the Internet. Critique available Web sites, which publicly display up-to-date monitored information related to each of the natural phenomena you have identified. Focus on the following aspects: ◦Geography ◾What parts of the world are potentially affected by these phenomena? Specifically identify the countries. ◦Resources ◾What kinds of resources are allocated toward monitoring these phenomena and why? ◾What types of Web resources monitor the phenomena and provide up-to-date information about them? ◾What kinds of technology are involved in monitoring the phenomena? ◦Politics ◾What political ramifications would this disaster-preparedness technology cause between more-developed countries and less-developed countries? ◾What kinds of issues could this technology cause between less-developed countries? ◦Economics ◾How would this technology directly impact the economies of those countries that have the technology versus those countries that do not? ◾Do you predict any indirect impacts? What current evidence supports your position? ◦Disaster Preparedness ◾What types of systems are in place in terms of disaster preparedness related to these monitored phenomena? •Summarize your findings. Evaluate how this technology will impact the future of humanity, both positively and negatively. Be sure to consider the political and economic issues discussed in your future predictions. Support your statements with examples. Use a minimum of six reliable references, two of which should be peer-reviewed articles.

 

What are the benefits and risks associated with individualized segmentation.

Many consumers and consumer advocates are critical of individualized segmentation approaches due to personal privacy concerns.

They argue that technology had made it far too easy to track buyer behavior and personal information.

Marketers counter that individualized segmentation can lead to privacy abuses, but that the benefits to both consumers and marketers far outweigh the risks.
Where do you stand on the issue?

What are the benefits and risks associated with individualized segmentation?

Answers two question with 150 words ESSAY.

Marketing Goals and Objectives

Continue with the case study you chose in Week 2.

(Case 19 Starbucks)

Write an analysis paper on your chosen case study (See Week 2) where you consider the number of product choices available in the U.S. consumer market.
This week’s component analyzes Marketing Goals and Objectives. Consider these elements as you write your paper:
Marketing Goals (should be broad, motivational, and somewhat vague)

Objectives for each marketing goal.(must contain a specific and measurable outcome, a time frame for completion, and identify the person/unit responsible for achieving the objective)

The requirements below must be met for your paper to be accepted and graded:
Write between 500 – 750 words (approximately 2 – 3 pages) using Microsoft Word in APA style, see example below.
Use font size 12 and 1” margins.
Include cover page and reference page.
At least 80% of your paper must be original content/writing.
No more than 20% of your content/information may come from references.
Use at least three references from outside the course material, one reference must be from EBSCOhost. Text book, lectures, and other materials in the course may be used, but are not counted toward the three reference requirement.
Cite all reference material (data, dates, graphs, quotes, paraphrased words, values, etc.) in the paper and list on a reference page in APA style.
References must come from sources such as, scholarly journals found in EBSCOhost, CNN, online newspapers such as, The Wall Street Journal, government websites, etc. Sources such as, Wikis, Yahoo Answers, eHow, blogs, etc. are not acceptable for academic writing.

“Judgment Day: Intelligent Design On Trial (creationism vs evolution)”

Is Evolution True?  A 10 page Critique and personal Essay on Coyne text “Why Evolution Is True”

 

Essay should reflect upon each of the themes in the chapters in Coynes’ book.  Your essay should include reflections on your growing understandings of Evolution.  Your essay should be a record of your personal journey through the discovery of the concepts used to describe the theory of evolution.  Here you can include your reflections on philosophical, theological, and sociological points that reflect your views on evolution.  Additionally, you should critique and evaluate the ideas presented in the book in a way that demonstrates a scientific understanding of  evolution. Also, watch the NOVA video (found on YouTube) “Judgment Day: Intelligent Design On Trial (creationism vs evolution)” and relate it to your views on evolution or relate it to what the book says in regards to evolution.

Briefly describe their respective rises to power.

For this essay you are to identify, compare and contrast, and evaluate the political ideologies of Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini and to briefly describe their respective rises to power. Your evaluation of these men, their ideologies, and their ambitions should be done with a Christian perspective, incorporating at least 2 Bible verses which speak about government, and 1 other relevant verse of your choosing. The purpose behind this is to get you thinking about the ways in which Christians are to respond to governmental authority, while simultaneously upholding the word of God.

Evaluate at least two work motivation theories and how they can be applied in order to improve employee recruitment and retention at JC’s Casino.

Read the following scenario:

You are an independent consultant who has recently been hired by JC’s Casino to help improve retention issues concerning the dealers and housekeepers. Most of the dealers have been leaving the casino to work at other casinos in the area, even though JC’s Casino pays better than their local competition. On several exit interviews, many of the dealers have cited the pit boss, Joe, as being “toxic, overbearing, evil, and incompetent.” Joe is the casino owner’s step-son and the HR director, Tom Sneed, is afraid to confront the owner.

Among the housekeeping staff, there has been an above normal rate of absenteeism and high turnover of rooms. Many of the managers who work in accounting, payroll, and other departments have had to ask their full-time employees to help cover for housekeeping by cleaning rooms periodically. Because of this problem, the hotel has had to adjust their check in times from 3 p.m. (the industry standard) to 6 p.m. Customers have arrived earlier and the hotel has had to accommodate them by creating a room to hold luggage. They have also had to hire staff to man the luggage room.

The director of housekeeping, Andrew Keehn, has been working hard to add more staff but he states “good help is hard to find.” The housekeeper’s current hourly wage is comparable to other casinos in the area but because of the staffing shortage, the housekeepers have to clean more rooms per day than their counterparts. The casino owner only knows that there are some issues with keeping the dealers and that some customers were upset because they had to wait to check in. You have been hired for a quick fix and your suggestions were needed yesterday.

Write a 1,400- to 1,700-word paper in which you identify each issue and make recommendations to JC, the casino president, on how to improve overall retention. What the scenario does not provide, you can create. Be sure to include the following in your assessment:

  • Evaluate at least two work motivation theories and how they can be applied in order to improve employee recruitment and retention at JC’s Casino.
  • Examine possible occupational stressors that are negatively influencing recruitment and retention. What improvements would you suggest to alleviate these stressors?
  • Examine the role of job satisfaction and its influence on retention at the casino. Provide recommendations for improving job satisfaction of the employees and how that can play a part in successfully improving retention.
  • Discuss counterproductive employee behavior occurring at the casino. What suggestions would you make to reduce the counterproductive behavior and increase productive employee behavior?

Include at least three references

Bullet each section

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Use text and UOP Resources

Describe some of the best practices that should be in place to ensure that the biometric data is properly collected, used, and stored.

Although biometrics are commonly used in the public (law enforcement) sector, the use of biometrics in the private sector is becoming more common. As a result, the policies, procedures, and laws regulating their use are evolving.

  • Describe one way that biometrics is currently being used in the private sector.
  • Describe some of the best practices that should be in place to ensure that the biometric data is properly collected, used, and stored.
  • Apply the eight Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Privacy Guidelines to your best practices analysis.
  • Support your work with properly cited research and examples of the selected biometrics applied in the public and private sector.