Explanation:
A cost-of-living index is a theoretical price index that measures relative cost of living over time or regions. It is an index that measures differences in the price of goods and services, and allows for substitutions with other items as prices vary.
 
        
             
        
        
        
Answer:
The aspect of career readiness the manager feel Corinne was lacking was Knowledge 
Explanation:
Career readiness is the preparation and process of acquiring skills, knowledge, talents that are required to start a career, maintain one's position in such career and grow. 
The aspect of career readiness the manager feel Corinne was lacking was Knowledge because see made a statement that implied that Corinne lack basic understanding of accounting practice.    
Knowledge  is an aspect of career readiness that has to do with the theoretical or practical  understanding of a subject matter. It is the information, skills and facts gained through experience and education. 
 Other skills that are acquired in the process of career readiness are communication skills, human relation skills, critical thinking skills etc. 
 
 
        
             
        
        
        
Answer:
a. Salary for the second year:
Salary is to increase by 4% in second year.
= 53,000 * (1 + 4%)
= $55,120
b. Third year salary:
Second year salary will increase by 5.5%
= 55,120 * (1 + 5.5%)
= $58,151.60
c. Fourth year salary:
Third year salary to increase by 11.1%
= 58,151.60 * (1 + 11.1%)
= $64,606.43
 
        
             
        
        
        
Answer:
 The message should be brief and indirectly imply the refusal.
Explanation:
When refusing an applicant's request; it's standard practice to be polite and brief. Less words are very much commendable, to avoid emotion. Also, communication should be positive and respectful.