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Market Types, Supply & Demand, GDP, Unemployment, Inflation

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Item 6: Market

Market: an element that is continuously present in our lives and is formed by the buyers and sellers of a good or service.

Types of Markets

There are several types:

Depending on the type of goods (traded)

  • Factor markets: Markets to buy or sell factors of production. Example: working machinery.
  • Market for goods and services: Buying or selling merchandise.

According to the number of buyers and sellers

  • Perfect competition: Existence of many buyers and sellers and a homogeneous product. Ex: fruit, vegetables.
  • Monopoly: A single seller facing many buyers. Ex: a local utility company.
  • Oligopoly: Many buyers and few firms. Ex: gas stations, mobile operators.
  • Monopolistic competition: Many buyers and sellers and a differentiated product by brand,
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Spanish Civil War: Military and Political Developments

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The Military Development of the War

General Franco was appointed to lead the Moroccan troops from the Canary Islands. Transporting these troops to the mainland presented a significant challenge, ultimately achieved with German and Italian air support. Once across the Strait, rebel forces advanced through Extremadura towards Madrid via the Tagus Valley. The capital's resistance in the ensuing battle shattered the rebels' hopes of a swift victory.

Key Military Campaigns

  • The Northern Campaign: Rebel troops captured Bilbao, Santander, and Asturias. This campaign included the internationally infamous bombing of Guernica-Lumo. General Mola was killed during this offensive.
  • The Battle of Teruel: This battle witnessed some of the fiercest fighting of the
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Essential Concepts in Art Terminology

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  • Reference

    The reality to which feelings, and so on, refer.

  • Emotion

    The mood that arises from an impression of the senses.

  • Meaning

    The concept associated with certain connotations, linked to significant results within a sign.

  • Artistic Production

    A creation by an artist to express their feelings, emotions, etc.

  • Poetic Function

    Focuses on aesthetic symbols within works of art.

  • Quality

    A feature that something possesses.

  • Style

    The distinctive character an artist imparts to their works.

  • Form

    The mode or way of doing something.

  • Affective State

    Sensitivity or emotional condition evoked by a particular situation, such as a work of art.

  • Aesthetics

    The study of beauty and the philosophy of art.

  • Beauty

    The quality that conveys a sense of pleasure, wonder, or harmony. This

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Impedancia de Altavoces (Woofer, Tweeter) y Amplificación Clase A

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Características de la Curva de Impedancia del Altavoz

A continuación, se describen las áreas A, B, C y D de la curva de impedancia de los altavoces:

  • Área A: Resistencia de Corriente Directa (Rdc)

    Indica la resistencia en corriente continua (0 Hz). Se mide con un polímetro o medidor de impedancia entre los bornes del altavoz. Es importante señalar que esta resistencia no corresponde a la impedancia nominal característica marcada sobre el altavoz, sino a un valor inferior.

  • Área B: Frecuencia de Resonancia (Fs)

    Es el pico de impedancia que corresponde a la frecuencia de resonancia del altavoz. Esta frecuencia es muy dependiente de la construcción y se ve afectada por la ubicación o el recinto del altavoz.

  • Área C: Impedancia Nominal

    Se localiza

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SWOT Analysis Fundamentals: Identifying Internal and External Business Factors

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I. Complete the Chart Information

Complete the chart below with the missing information:

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II. Key Concepts: Multiple Choice Questions

Select the correct alternative:

  1. The Goal of a SWOT Analysis

    The goal of a SWOT analysis is: To identify the key internal and external factors important to achieving the objective.

  2. Examples of External Factors

    External factors can include: Technological change and macroeconomic matters.

  3. Definition of Strengths

    Strengths are: Intrinsic value-creating skills or assets.

  4. Definition of Threats

    Threats are: External factors beyond the control of the organization.

III. True or False Statements on SWOT Analysis

Read the sentences and answer true (T) or false (F). If the sentence is false, provide the correct information:

  1. SWOT Analysis

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Software Fundamentals: Classification and Acquisition Methods

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Software: Definition and Functions

Software is the intangible component of any computer system. It consists of a collection of rules and guidelines that establish the relationship between the user and the machine.

Functions of Software

  1. To reduce manual entry of information.
  2. Provide communication media between man and machine.
  3. Encourage greater use of media and reduce the processing time of files.
  4. Provide routines that automatically perform repetitive, classified work.

Software Classification

System Software

A series of programs that facilitate man-machine communication, permitting its proper exploitation.

Application Software

Programs developed to solve specific problems. These can be classified into:

Basic or Utility Programs

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Employment Contract Essentials: Parties, Terms, and Content

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The Employment Contract Explained

An employment contract is an agreement between two parties where one (the worker) undertakes to provide specific services under the direction of the other (the employer) in return for compensation.

Parties in an Employment Contract

Defining the Worker

Workers are individuals who voluntarily perform work within the organization and under the direction of an employer, receiving a wage in return for the results of their labor.

Worker Eligibility and Restrictions

The capacity to be recruited as a worker applies to:

  • Individuals older than eighteen.
  • Individuals under eighteen who are legally emancipated.
  • Individuals over sixteen and under eighteen, provided they live independently or have permission from parents or legal
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Family Intervention Stages: From Awareness to Autonomy

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Stages of Family Intervention and Support

Effective family intervention involves a structured process, guiding families through various phases to achieve autonomy and well-being. This document outlines the key stages, from initial awareness to sustained independence, highlighting critical considerations for professionals and families alike.

Assimilation and Awareness

This initial stage focuses on the family's acceptance of their situation and their active role in finding solutions. During this phase, the family is expected to:

  • Articulate the problem clearly.
  • Not delegate the search for solutions solely to the professional.
  • Understand their situation comprehensively.
  • Inquire about their responsibilities in the process.
  • Discern the meaning of related
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Bill of Exchange Essentials: Characteristics, Parties, and Operations

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Understanding Bills of Exchange

A bill of exchange is a crucial financial instrument in commercial transactions. This document outlines its key characteristics, the parties involved, and related financial operations.

Key Characteristics of a Bill of Exchange

  • All rights and obligations arising from a bill of exchange must be explicitly stated within the document itself.

Essential Data for a Bill of Exchange

A bill of exchange must include the following critical data:

  1. Denomination of the bill of exchange: Clearly stating it is a bill of exchange.
  2. Order to pay a certain sum of money: An unconditional order to pay a specific amount.
  3. Name of the drawee: The person or entity ordered to pay.
  4. Maturity date: The date when payment is due (not always essential)
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PHP Session Management and MySQL Database Interaction

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Starting a Session and Destroying Variables (inicio.php)

session_start();
unset($_SESSION["host"]);

Creating a Session and Attempting a Connection (marco.php)

session_start();
$conn = @mysql_connect($host, $user, $password) or die("Incorrect user or password");
@mysql_select_db($db, $conn) or die("Cannot open the DB");

Assigning Connection Parameters to Session Variables

$_SESSION["host"] = $host;
$_SESSION['User'] = $user;

Starting a Session, Connecting to the Database, and Sending an Insertion Query (altas.php)

<?
 session_start();
 $conn = mysql_connect($host, $user, $password) or die("Incorrect user or password");
 mysql_select_db($db, $conn) or die("Not selected");
 $query = "insert into departments values ($dep, '$nom', '$crazy')";
 $result
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