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• Uvalde School Shooting (Texas, 2022): A gunman killed 21 people, including 19 young students. After the tragedy, many U.S. politicians still refused to change gun laws, showing how school shootings are becoming expected rather than shocking. This supports the cartoon's idea that society is becoming used to gun violence.
• NRA Convention (2022): Just days after Uvalde, the National Rifle Association (a powerful U.S. gun rights group) held a large meeting to promote gun rights and products. This shows how the gun industry continues as normal even when children die—matching the cartoon’s idea of protecting business over human life.
• “JR-15” Rifle for Kids: A U.S. gun company created a version of the AR-15 (a military-style weapon) called

Cells are open systems – they exchange both matter and energy with their environment.

Cellular Open Systems: Examples of Exchange

• In: Water, oxygen, nutrients, solar energy (in plants)
• Out: Carbon dioxide, waste, thermal energy, kinetic energy

Cellular Needs and Organ System Functions

Surface Area to Volume Ratio (SA:V)

Cells work best with a high SA:V ratio (more membrane per unit of volume).

• Small cells = high SA:V → efficient transport
• Large cells = low SA:V → less efficient

SA:V Ratio Calculation Formulas

• Surface Area of cube:

Education: Technology's Role in Modern Learning

As the proverb goes, "You never stop learning" — but what’s the best way to learn today? In many schools, books and worksheets are still used. However, in recent years, learning apps and platforms have been introduced in classrooms all over the world.

It's widely agreed that lessons are becoming more interactive and personalised thanks to digital tools. A teacher once said that students remember better when they enjoy the process. And it’s true — if learning relied solely on textbooks, boredom would quickly set in. However, combining elements like games, music, and videos transforms learning into an exciting and memorable experience.

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Jurisdiction: Legal Conflicts and Resolution

Legal Conflicts and Resolution Mechanisms

Social Conflicts Regulated by Law

• In societies, conflicts are inevitable, necessitating the creation of mechanisms for conflict resolution.
• Law, as a set of legal rules governing a society, establishes the parameters for developing social relations. The State, under the rule of law, regulates these relations.
• The Law does not cover all situations and social relations. There are extra-legal situations that do not fall under the “Law umbrella”:
  • Customs and traditions (e.g., emotional and familial relationships).
  • Due to the complexity and evolution of society, regulating everything is prevented (e.g., technology and globalization).
• The Law's scope is limited to

Spanish Justice System: Key Roles and Administration

1. Organization of Justice Administration

The Spanish justice system relies on a structured organization of staff and collaborative bodies to ensure its effective functioning.

Jurisdictional and Non-Jurisdictional Staff

• Jurisdictional Staff: Judges and Senior Judges.
• Non-Jurisdictional Staff (Assistance):
  • Judicial Office (Counsel of Justice Administration, Procedural Units for Direct Support, Common Procedural Services)
  • Judicial Police
  • Specialized Bodies (Forensic Medics, Staff of National Institute of Toxicology and Forensic Sciences)
  • Others
• Collaboration:
  • Prosecutor
  • Lawyers / Legal Representatives
  • Others

2. The Judicial Office

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Agenda Setting Theory

Definition: Agenda Setting theory explores how media influences public perception by determining which issues are deemed important. It posits that while media may not tell people what to think, it significantly influences what they think about.

Key Points:

• First-Level Agenda Setting: Focuses on the salience of issues; media coverage increases the perceived importance of topics.
• Second-Level Agenda Setting (Attribute Agenda Setting): Examines how media highlights specific attributes of an issue, influencing public perception.
• Third-Level Agenda Setting (Network Agenda Setting): Investigates how media interlinks various issues and attributes, shaping the network of associations in public minds.

Research Methods:

• Content Analysis:

News Values and Newsworthiness

News values are the criteria that journalists and editors use to determine the newsworthiness of events. They guide decisions on which stories are selected, how they are presented, and the prominence they receive. Jones and Holmes emphasize that news is not merely a reflection of reality but a constructed narrative shaped by these values.

Key News Values

Jones and Holmes identify several core news values that influence journalistic decisions:

1. Timeliness: Recent events are prioritized. The more current an event, the more likely it is to be reported.
2. Impact: Events affecting a large number of people or having significant consequences are deemed more newsworthy.
3. Proximity: Events occurring close to the audience, either

Contracts are Agreements, but Not All Agreements are Contracts

The statement "All contracts are agreements, but all agreements are not contracts" is a fundamental principle in Business Law, derived from Section 2(h) of the Indian Contract Act, 1872, which states:

“A contract is an agreement enforceable by law.”

Thus, every contract is essentially an agreement, but only those agreements which are enforceable by law become contracts. Agreements that lack legal enforceability are not contracts.

Agreement vs. Contract: Defining the Difference

• Agreement [Sec. 2(e)]:
  An agreement is defined as “every promise and every set of promises forming the consideration for each other.”
  ➤ Example: A agrees to sell his book to B for ₹200. This is an agreement.

Contract of Agency: Fundamentals and Formation

Defining Agency and the Agent's Role

A contract of agency establishes a legal relationship where one person (the principal) authorizes another (the agent) to perform work or transact on their behalf with third parties. In this arrangement, the agent’s role is not merely to conduct errands but to represent the principal by binding them through acts performed within the granted authority. As defined under many legal frameworks—including the Indian Contract Act, 1872 (see, for example, Section 182)—an agent is “a person employed to do any act for another or to represent another in dealings with third persons.”

Essence of Agency Relationships

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Reasons for Promotion's Growth and Importance in Business

• Growth of Competition & Product Variety: Businesses need to stand out in crowded markets.
• Shift from Product-Centric to Customer-Centric Marketing: Focus on understanding and meeting customer needs drives promotional efforts.
• Need for Brand Awareness & Differentiation: Promotion builds recognition and highlights unique selling propositions.
• Expansion of Markets & Consumer Segments: Reaching diverse audiences requires targeted promotional campaigns.
• Technological Advances Enabling New Promotional Tools: Digital platforms offer innovative ways to connect with consumers.

Role of IMC in Brand Identity and Equity

• Integrates All Communication Channels: Ensures consistent messaging across