Notes, abstracts, papers, exams and problems of Baccalaureate

• A class is a template used to create objects and declare data types and methods in a program.
• Public - Modifier used to declare classes and interfaces. Void - Method that returns no value. Main - Marks the start and end of program execution.
• Scanner class - Used to get user input for types like String and Int.
• Exceptions: Try-catch block, throw statement.
• Inheritance provides a powerful and natural mechanism for organizing and structuring software programs. It improves clarity in the design of classes.
• A subclass provides specialized behavior based on elements provided by the superclass. Using inheritance, programmers can reuse the code in the superclass many times.
• Reading and Writing to Files:
  1. Import java.io file.
  2. File inputFile = new File("input.

MEDIATION EXERCISE ROUTINE

-Hello my friend, sorry I hadn’t seen your messages. I want to send you an exercise routine to get fit and motivate you and not give up.

I think the most important thing is to find a routine that is fun and varied so that you don't give up so easily.

Also, it is very important to be competitive with oneself to improve day after day.

Another tip is, …

Finally, it's being very aware of exercise and surrounding yourself with people who support you like family.

-To sum up, I think that if you follow these steps you can reach your goal.  See you soon!

MEDIATION RESTAURANT

Hi Peter, I've seen a menu from a restaurant near where we live. It has many dishes and a great variety of food.

Both main course and starter you have many... Continue reading "I choose to live" »

What can be done to protect the environment and reduce global warming?

One of the most serious problems for humanity in recent years has been the search for a solution to environmental pollution and global warming.

I think that, although most manufacturers of products related to plastics are trying to stop the damage we do to our planet by developing environmentally-friendly activities, it's not enough for a real change.

The main guilty of this situation are the politicians because they should set standards for the manufacture of plastics and find other materials more eco-friendly to substitute it, for example. This would work because everyone would feel obligated to comply.

Many people argue that we're all guilty but what they don't realise is... Continue reading "Protecting the Environment and Reducing Global Warming" »

Alternative Models of Behavior

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Money Matters

• Reductionist and simplistic model: “Everything and everyone has a price” – the “economic model” is richer and more subtle than this.
• The only component of a job is monetary compensation.
• Therefore, anyone can get anybody to do anything for sufficiently high compensation; the economic model cannot guarantee that! (Easy job life and poor results)

Happy-Is-Productive

• Employee satisfaction and happiness is not a means in itself but rather instrumental to firms’ goals.
• It is the view of managers who believe that “happy employees are more productive”.
• In this way of thinking, employees exert higher effort and dedication in the job not when they are better paid, but when they feel better treated.

Key Events of WW2

1939 September → Invasion of Poland (Trigger event)

1940 June → Germany invades France and defeats her in six weeks

1941 June - December → OPERATION BARBAROSSA

- Germany invades Russia. It is the largest military operation in history

1941 December → PEARL HARBOR

- Japan attacks on Pearl Harbor

1942 June → Battle of Midway

- The US Navy defeats the Japanese Navy.

1943 February → Stalingrad

- The German army surrenders at Stalingrad. One of the bloodiest battles, Hitler suffers a major defeat.

1944 June → Operation Overlord

- The Allies launch the largest assault in history on Normandy

1945 August → Hiroshima and Nagasaki

- The USA drops atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. 200.000 killing. Japan announces its surrenders.... Continue reading "Key Events, Causes, and Consequences of World War II" »

Conception of the Corporation

Legal fiction: nexus of contracts; pool of capital. // Legal entity: social and economic organism; purposeful organization.

Origins of the Corporation

Private agreement among property owners to pool and increase capital. // Created by lawmakers to encourage investment in long-term, large-scale projects needed by society.

Functions of the Corporation

Maximize wealth for shareholders. // Provide goods and services; provide employment; create opportunities for investment; drive innovation.

Responsibilities to Society

None (fictional entities can’t have responsibilities). // Fulfill business purpose and act as a good corporate citizen.

Ethical Standards

Unclear: whatever shareholders want, or obey law and avoid fraud or collusion.... Continue reading "The Corporation: Origins, Functions, and Responsibilities" »

The Canterville Ghost

Why did Hiram B. Otis receive negative reactions after he decided to buy Canterville Chase?

Because the house was haunted.

Where was Canterville Chase and how did people get there?

In England, he arrived at the nearest train station and then they take a carriage.

What event happened on the spot where Mrs Otis noticed the bloodstain?

It was Lady Eleanore’s blood and she was murdered by her husband Simon in 1575.

Why do you think the Otis family promised Mrs Umney a higher salary?

Because she was scared.

Why did Mr Otis close and lock the library before going to bed?

Because the blood stain was coming back and he wanted to see if it was the ghost.

What was the noise which awakened Mr Otis?

It was the sound of the ghost’s chains.... Continue reading "The Canterville Ghost: Summary, Analysis, and Questions" »

Understanding Stress

Nature of Stress

1. Stress is a reaction to change.
2. It can be positive (eustress) or negative (distress).
3. Generally, stress stimulates the release of hormones like adrenaline, leading to:

• Quickening of heart rate
• Accelerating metabolism
• Preparing the body for emergency action (fight or flight response)

Therefore, recognizing the sources and effects of stress as early as possible is necessary for effective coping mechanisms.

Stress Analogy

• Stress is like salt and pepper in food. In moderation, it can be beneficial.
• However, if the quantity increases, it can make food taste bad and lead to health problems.

Impact of Stress Levels

• Excessive stress can create numerous health problems, both physically and psychologically.
• Conversely, if stress