Answer:
Option D. We are 95% confident that the mean amount spent on electric service among the 160 households is between $151 and $216.
Explanation:
A confidence interval is a range of values, derived from the sample statistics, which may include the value of an unknown population parameter.
A 95% confidence interval indicates that between 152 of 160 samples (95%) of the same population will produce confidence intervals that will contain the population parameter.
It also means that we have a 95% confidence that the average (average amount) is among the resulting amounts obtained.
Logically, option "D" is missing the final part. This would be: D. We are 95% confident that the mean amount spent on electric service among the 160 households is between $ 15.
This is the only true option, since the test is based on a sample of only 160 households, the entire population of households cannot be included.
Hence, the correct option is:
Option D. We are 95% confident that the mean amount spent on electric service among the 160 households is between $151 and $216.
Thomas may be suffering from generalised anxiety as far as the situation describes. Generalised anxiety disorder is defined as the excessive worrying of an aspect of life for a reason that is vague. They worry too much may it could either be family, studying, or even their health.
Answer:
(a) Strategy recommended for initial expansion
Target Markets
Market Entry
(b) Factors to consider when pursuing the expansion strategy
Brand Recognition
Cultural Understanding
Explanation:
There are two parts of this question. Therefore, they are written in details below as points (a) and (b)
<u>(a) Strategy recommended for initial expansion</u>
<u>Target Markets</u>
In order to proceed with any idea/plan at a strategic level, one must consider doing their homework. This means to understand the international customers, what do they buy, at what price is the goods preferred, which methods of shopping best suits them and so on.
<u>Market Entry</u>
Planning on how to enter the market is an important strategy in the plan for initial expansion. This could be achieved by acquiring another business and/or selling unique product/service.
(b) Factors to consider when pursuing the expansion strategy
<u>Brand Recognition</u>
One must question whether your brand is recognized in the market or not and at what level is it recognized. Awareness of brand existence have increased significantly with the help of social media. However, the same could be said about the number of brands available in the market for a single good/service. Therefore, research must be conducted before expanding into new territories.
<u>Cultural Understanding</u>
Culture is different in each country and based on which different market strategies needs to be implemented for each country. Let's say you approach a country where language of the country is not known to your existing employees. Therefore, you may need to train them first before working in the country and this could amount to a significant cost. It's best to start expansion in those countries where you have better cultural understanding.
