Lahore University of Management Sciences - EE - EE380

Lahore University of Management Sciences - EE - EE380

Lahore University of Management Sciences - EE - EE380

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Page 1 of 9ANZMAC 2009Factor Analysis and Discriminant Validity: A Brief Review of Some Practical IssuesResearch MethodsAndrew M Farrell (corresponding and presenting author) Aston Business School Aston University Birmingham B4 7ET UK Tel: 00 44 (0) 1

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Andrew Churey Buad 219 Written Assignment 4 CLOSING CASE: Doing the dirty work Case Summary Much of the focus on jobs in the United States has been on the shift toward service-sector and professional jobs, which are primarily safe and clean and take place

Salem Intl. - ENG - 101

Salem International University CHEN HECHENG Bill of Rights 02-20-2012Bill of Rights is ten amendments which were ratified on December 15, 1791. The ten amendments are aimed at protecting people's rights. Those rights are not all the rights that American

Salem Intl. - ENG - 101

1. According to John Locke, what is private property and what are some implications of Locke's perspective on private property for Native Americans and for contemporary society? According to John Locke's view on private property, and he thought that priva

Salem Intl. - ENG - 101

SOCIETY AND THE INDIVIDUAL January 9 February 4, 2012 HIS 215 Salem International University Instructor: Larry Zbach, Ph.D. Contact Information: For private inquiries or concerns, you can reach me at my e-mail address: lzbach@salemu.edu. For everything el

Salem Intl. - ENG - 101

Study Guide Society and the Individual HSS215 Larry Zbach, Ph.D. What is a political ideology? Know the types of government outlined by Plato and Aristotle (from lecture). Be familiar with John Locke's philosophy of toleration, divisions of government, a

Salem Intl. - ENG - 101

The article tells about what are neoconservatives, and the differences among neoconservative, American conservative and democracy, and its significant meaning for the United State. Neoconservative is not a "movement" but a "persuasion". It's a product of

Salem Intl. - ENG - 101

According to this article, it's most remarkable revelation was this: Viewed in this way, one can say that the historical task and political purpose of neo-conservatism would seem to be this: to convert the Republican party, and American conservatism in ge

Salem Intl. - ENG - 101

The Communist Manifesto reflects an attempt to explain the goals of Communism, as well as the theory underlying this movement. It argues that class struggles, or the exploitation of one class by another, are the motivating force behind all historical deve

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Chemistry of LifeLifes molecular diversity is based on theproperties of carbon.Almost all the molecules of a cell are composed ofcarbon atoms bond to one to another and to atomto other element.Carbon-based molecules are called organiccompounds.A c

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Genetics is the science of hereditaryA difference of heredityExperimental genetics began in an abbey gardenStamenCarpelWhite1Mendel crossed peaplants that differed incertain characteristicsand traced the traitsfrom generation togenerationRemo

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GeneThe immense length of the human genome.Length of human genome = 3000 Mb = 5000 kmThe base components of DNA and RNA*RNA: thymine is uracilTwo types of pentose.*RNA: sugar is riboseA nucleoside is a base linked to a sugar.A nucleotide is a phos

HKU - BIOL - 0126

CANCER BIOLOGYWhat is cancer?Cancer involves out-of-control growthand spread of abnormal cells.Benign:non-cancerous, confined, notlife-threateningMalignant:invasive, can be life-threateningClassification SITE OF ORIGIN (lung, breast, colon etc.)

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Alice S. WongBIOL0126 Fundamentals of BiologyLecture 1:Chemical basis of life:1) Carbon is common building block of organic molecules2) Organic compounds and polymers3) Properties of carbon function groups and properties of organic compounds4) Carb

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Fetal testing can spot many inherited disordersearly in pregnancyAmnioticfluid withdrawnCentrifugationAmnioticfluidFetalcellsFetus(14-20 weeks)FluidBiochemicaltestsPlacentaUterusCervixSeveralweeksCell culture laterKaryotypingChorionic

HKU - BIOL - 0126

BIOL 0126Fundamentals of BiologyNutrition & HealthbyEdmund Lietsli@hku.hkLecture OutlineCircle of lifeautotrophs & HeterotrophsHuman (animal) nutritionFood energyBody temperature (endotherms and ectotherms)Metabolism and its determinantsEnerg

HKU - BIOL - 0126

The Functions of foodssource of energysource of essential nutrientsan interacting mediapleasure of eatingFructoseGlucose + Glucose= maltoseGlucose + Fructose= sucroseGlucoseGlucose + Galactose= lactoseGalactoseGlucose + glucoseAn OH group f

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Campbell et al. 2003End products ofcarbohydrate & fatversusthat of proteinsStarr 20051AmmoniaAmmoniaCarbondioxideWaterUreaAmino acidsBloodstreamAmmonia (NH3)+CO2LiverProtein handlingrequiresUreaUreaBloodstreamextra works forliver

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BIOL 0126Fundamentals of BiologyNutrition & HealthbyEdmund Lietsli@hku.hkLecture OutlineCircle of lifeAutotrophs & HeterotrophsHuman (animal) nutritionFood energyBody temperature (endotherms and ectotherms)Metabolism and its determinantsEnerg

HKU - BIOL - 0126

What if BMI is low?undernutrition!How to determine?BMI < 18.5What is PEM ?Conditions associated with deprivation of protein, energy,or both. It could affects any person, but it most oftenstrikes early in childhood. Currently, about 500 millionchil

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Human Immune SystemThe human immune system is a trulyamazing constellation of responses toattacks from outside the body.Immune SInducible DefensesThe constitutive defenses, by themselves, may not be sufficient toprotect the host against pathogens.

HKU - BIOL - 0126

FundamentalsofBiologyBIOL0126Frederick C. LeungFredKBSB, 5N-122299-0825fcleung@hkucc.hku.hkBiol 0126: Fundamentals of Biology(6 credits, 36 lectures and tutorials)Teachers: Professor Frederick C Leung (FCL), Dr. Wingyee Lui (WYL), Dr. Alice Won

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Bacteria and VirusesMicrobsBacteria are microscopic,single-celled organisms.Thousands of differentkinds of bacteria livethroughout the world.Some live in theenvironment, and otherslive on the skin, in theairways, in the mouth,and in the digesti

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Bacteria and VirusesMicrobsMicrobsSome bacteria, such as E. coli, haveseveral flagella per cell (410typically). These can rotate in twoways :Counter-clockwise rotation aligns theflagella into a single rotating bundle,causing the bacterium to swim

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Nervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervous SNervo

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Nervous SNervous SNeurons have three basic parts:Multipolar neuronneuronsCell body - This main part has all of the necessary componentsof the cell, such as the nucleus (contains DNA), endoplasmicreticulum and ribosomes (for building proteins) and m

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Endocrine SystemThe endocrine system is a complex collection ofhormone-producing glands that control basic bodyfunctions such as metabolism, growth and sexualdevelopment. The endocrine glands consist of:pituitary; pineal; thyroid and parathyroids;ad

HKU - BIOL - 0126

BIOL0126Fundamentals of BiologyDr. W. Y. Lui (15 lectures and tutorials)Office: Rm4N10 Kadoorie Biol. Sci. Bldg.Email: wylui@hku.hk(use BIOL0126 as subject when email me)Course Outline1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.Cellular componentsFood consumption and

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Food consumption and energyWhy do we eat food?- GET ENERGYWhy do we need energy?- Nearly all metabolic reactions require energy (ATP)How can cells convert food energy to ATP?- All cells make ATPby breaking downorganic compounds- Glucose is the ma

HKU - BIOL - 0126

How do cells stick to one another to form tissue?e.g. How do individual epithelial cells form an epithelium(epithelial tissue)?-Specialized junctions offer structural and functional links between cellsTight junctionAdherens junctionGap junctionTigh

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Cell cycle- A cell reproduces itself by undergoing an orderly sequence of eventsin which it duplicates its content and then divides into two- A cycle of duplication and divisionM (cytokinesis)G1, S, G2M (nuclear division)Cell cycleInterphase- Inc

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Growing cells in the laboratory1. To study cell physiologyWithout HGF2. To synthesize valuable cell productGene cloning+Cell cultureRecombinant proteine.g. vaccines, monoclonal antibody,recombinant glycoproteinWith HGFCulture medium(i) Glucose

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Tissue engineeringTissue and organ failure result from injury or other type ofdamageTreatment options: TransplantationSurgical repairMechanical devices- Account for about half of the total annual expenditure inhealth care in US- However, some majo

HKU - BIOL - 0126

Male Reproductive SystemSpermatogenesisRatA cross-section of a seminiferous tubuleEpididymisTestisSeminiferoustubuleCells involved in spermatogenesis1. Sertoli cells2. Leydig cells3. Germ cellsSertoli cells-Function as nurse cells-Extend fro

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Female Reproductive SystemCross-sections of mammalian ovaryPrimordialfollicleP: Primordial follicleO: OocyteG: Granulosa cellsT: Thecal cellsAntralfolliclePreantralfollicleOogenesisPrimordial germ cell (PGC)MitosisPhaseofProliferationOog

HKU - BUSI - 1002

INTRODUCTION TOACCOUNTINGInstructor: Liu ZHENGWebCT course id = "BUSI1002DRZHENG"ACCOUNTING IN BUSINESSChapter 1WHAT IS ACCOUNTINGLanguage of BusinessMcGraw-Hill/IrwinMcGraw-Hill/IrwinSlide3USERS OF ACCOUNTING INFORMATIONMcGraw-Hill/IrwinMcGr

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ANALYZING AND RECORDINGTRANSACTIONSChapter 2ACCOUNTING PROCESSThe accounting processidentifies transactions and events,analyzes and records their effects, andsummarizes and presents informationin reports and financial statements.McGraw-Hill/Irwin

HKU - BUSI - 1002

ADJUSTING ACCOUNTS ANDPREPARING FINANCIAL STATEMENTSChapter 3THE ACCOUNTING PERIODAnnually12Semiannually1234Quarterly1Jan234FebMarApr567May Jun Jul810Aug Sep OctMonthlyMcGraw-Hill/IrwinMcGraw-Hill/Irwin91112Nov DecSlide2

HKU - BUSI - 1002

COMPLETING THEACCOUNTING CYCLEChapter 4STEPS IN THE ACCOUNTINGCYCLEMcGraw-Hill/IrwinMcGraw-Hill/IrwinSlide2PURPOSES OF CLOSING PROCESSIt resets revenue, expense, and withdrawalsaccount balances to zero at the end of eachperiod. This is done so

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ACCOUNTING FORMERCHANDISING OPERATIONSChapter 5COMPARING MERCHANDISING ACTIVITIESWITH SERVICE ACTIVITIESMerchandisingCompanyService CompanyProvide service for afee while keepingsome suppliesneeded for theserviceMcGraw-Hill/IrwinSlide2COMPAR

HKU - BUSI - 1002

INVENTORIES AND COST OFSALESChapter 6ACCOUNTING FOR INVENTORY Itemsincluded in inventory and their costs Costingmethoda) specific identification; b) FIFO; c) LIFO;or d) weighted average Inventory system (perpetual or periodic) UseMcGraw-Hill/I

HKU - BUSI - 1002

CASH ANDINTERNAL CONTROLSChapter 8PURPOSE OF INTERNAL CONTROLBBC NEWS 25 January, 2008Jerome Kerviel, a 31-year-old trader with SocieteGenerale ( ), chalked up trading lossesamounting to over 4.9 billion (HK$56 billion).How does a world-class bank

HKU - BUSI - 1002

ACCOUNTING FOR RECEIVABLESChapter 9ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLEAmounts due from customersfor credit sales. Credit sales require: Maintaining a separateaccount receivable for eachcustomer. Accounting for bad debts thatresult from credit sales.McGraw-Hill

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PLANT ASSETS, NATURALRESOURCES, AND INTANGIBLESChapter 10PLANT ASSETSTangible in NatureActively Used in OperationsExpected to Benefit Future PeriodsCalled Property, Plant, & EquipmentMcGraw-Hill/IrwinMcGraw-Hill/IrwinSlide2PLANT ASSETSMcGraw-H

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CURRENT LIABILITIES ANDLONG-TERM LIABILITIESChapter 11 & 14DEFINING LIABILITIESBecause of apast event . . .PastMcGraw-Hill/IrwinMcGraw-Hill/IrwinThecompanyhas apresentobligationPresent. . . For futuresacrificesFutureSlide2CLASSIFYING LI

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ACCOUNTING FORCORPORATIONSChapter 13CORPORATE FORM OFORGANIZATIONAn entityAn entitycreated by lawcreated by lawExistence isExistence isseparate fromseparate fromownersownersHas rights andHas rights andprivilegesprivilegesMcGraw-Hill/Irw

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Conversion of Net income to Net Cash Flow from Operating ActivitiesIndirect MethodItemsNet income, accrual basisAdd (subtract) to convert to cashbasis+ Depreciation and amortizationexpense+Loss on disposal of assetsExplanationFrom income statemen

HKU - BUSI - 1002

REPORTING THE STATEMENTOF CASH FLOWSChapter 16STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS Reportscash flows from operating activities aswell as cash flows from investing and financingactivities. Thestatement sums to the change in cash duringthe year (i.e., the diff

HKU - BUSI - 1002

ANALYSIS OF FINANCIALSTATEMENTSChapter 17PURPOSE OF ANALYSISFinancial statement analysis helps usersmake better decisions.Internal UsersExternal UsersManagersOfficersInternal AuditorsShareholdersLendersCustomersMcGraw-Hill/IrwinMcGraw-Hill/

HKU - ECON - 1002

ECON1001E,FIntroduction1Course requirements3-hour lectures each weekOne-hour tutorial (optional) each week; schedule to beannounced soon3 assignments2 mid term tests (Saturday mornings of Oct 8 and Nov12; time/date non-negotiable)No make-ups for

HKU - ECON - 1002

ECON1001E,FIntroductionPartII1Introduction ScarcityandCompetition OpportunityCost CostandBenefitAnalysis SomeCommonPitfallsforDecisionMakers PositiveVs.NormativeEconomicsWhatisEconomics? Studiesallocationofscarceresourcesamongcompetingends fo

HKU - ECON - 1002

SupplyandDemand1Demand Ademandcurveshowstheamountofagoodconsumerswishtopurchaseatspecifiedprices. Demandcurveisdownwardsloping Demandreferstothewholescheduleofpricesandquantitydemanded. Quantitydemandedistheamountdemandedataparticularprice.Deman

HKU - ECON - 1002

ElasticityStephenChiuUniversityofHongKong1Example4.1 TheWesterntunnel,whichhaslowtravel,isnowcharging$50percar.Shoulditreducethetollto$40,say?1. Itstravelwillincrease.2. Butthetollpercarislower. Thenetimpactonitsrevenuedependsontheresponsivenes

HKU - ECON - 1002

Demand:TheBenefitSideoftheMarketStephenChiuUniversityofHongKong1TheLawofDemand Peopledolessofwhattheywanttodoasthecostofdoingitrises. Thus,weeatlessoficecreamwhenitismoreexpensive. LawofDemand2TheLawofDemand Thebenefitofanactivitytomeequalsth

HKU - ECON - 1002

PerfectlyCompetitiveSupply:TheCostSideofTheMarket1ProfitMaximizingFirmsandPerfectlyCompetitiveMarkets Aprofitmaximizingfirmisonewhoseprimarygoalistomaximizeprofit,i.e.totalrevenueminustotalcost. Aperfectlycompetitivemarketisoneinwhichnoindividuals

HKU - ECON - 1002

Efficiency and Exchange1Market Equilibrium and EfficiencyA market equilibrium is efficient ifprice and quantity take any other thantheir equilibrium values, a transaction thatwill make at least some people better offwithout harming others can alwa

HKU - ECON - 1002

The Quest for Profit and theInvisible Hand1AccordingtoAdamSmith Peoplearemotivatedbyselfinterest. Thegoalofprofitmaximizationwillservesocietyscollectiveinterest.Slide 2AccountingProfit=totalrevenueexplicitcosts(paymentsforfactorsofproduction)Eco

HKU - ECON - 1002

MonopolyandOtherFormsofImperfectCompetitionUniversityofHongKong1ThePerfectlyCompetitiveFirmIsaPriceTaker(Recap) Theperfectlycompetitivefirmhasnoinfluenceoverthemarketprice.Itcansellasmanyunitsasitwishesatthatprice. Typically,aperfectlycompetitive