Answer: $12477.27
Explanation:
The formula to find the compound amount after t years (compounded semiannually) :-

Given : Principal amount : P = $ 8,000
Rate of interest : 
Time : 9 years
Now, 

The final amount in the account will be $12477.27
Answer: The correct answers are "a. invests in international trade or investment." and d. needs to manufacture products or provide services that target a global market.".
Explanation: A company that engages in international business is one that trades goods, services, technology or physical and / or human capital globally.
This means that instead of existing and developing in separate national markets, it unites and transforms them into a single global market through the elimination of barriers between borders.
It indicates signs of inflation in the economy
The correct answer is choice B.
Choice B, a company recognizes expenses when they incur them, is the only choice which is in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principals. All of the other options are against GAAP.
Answer:
False
Explanation:
Agency refers to a kind of agreement wherein the first party, known as the Principal confers a right on the second party, called an agent, to act on his behalf or as per his directions.
It establishes a fiduciary responsibility i.e that of a legal trust between the parties.
Once the agency agreement is terminated, the relationship between a principal and an agent ceases. Thereafter, the agent cannot continue representing the principal and if he does, he shall be held personally liable for such acts which result into any damage or loss to a third party.