Global Warming: Cause and Mitigation 
Due Week 9 and worth 160 points

Among the most controversial topics in physical science, global warming has received a great deal of attention during the past decade. Given its great impact on both humans and the environment, lawmakers and scientists must heavily weigh the information that they are presented. Explore this debate in more detail by evaluating both the scientific basis of this phenomenon and the human role in global warming.

Write a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you:

1. Compare and contrast natural versus anthropogenic climate changes. Include at least two (2) specific examples of each.
2. Take a position as to whether or not global warming is taking place. Provide three (3) lines of evidence to support your position.
3. Assess two (2) current mitigation strategies for global warming, such as carbon sequestration, carbon taxing, clean coal technology, higher fuel efficiency standards, and so on. Analyze the effectiveness of this mitigation strategy, as well as its potential costs and policy implications.
4. Speculate on the policy changes that you would propose to help stabilize global climate and determine the business sectors or nations that would be held to more strict standards if you were to implement your proposed policies.
5. Use at least four (4) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.

Your report must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Apply concepts in physical sciences to evaluate current trends and issues in the modern world.
• Describe the physical processes influencing climate and weather.  
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in physical sciences.
• Write clearly and concisely about physical sciences using proper writing mechanics.

only 1000 words long due by 4/27/14

One of your vendors that work closely with your franchise wants to purchase $10 million in materials and services from suppliers in China, Japan, and South Korea. It was recommended that the company use an approach to business negotiations that provides a win-win for both parties. Management was also told they needed to know the background of the Asian negotiator and that they should use a “middleman” to help them with the negotiation. Because of your work in China, the vendor would like your advice in this business dealing.

The middleman stressed the importance of etiquette and social customs in addition to the win-win model.

• What else should the U.S. company (vendor) find out about each culture before it starts negotiating? What are the differences?
• How do these Asian countries view contracts?
• How should the U.S. company (vendor) begin  negotiations?
• What are the steps as they apply to these 3 countries?
• Discuss how the company would negotiate using the win-win model. What sort of strategies would it use? 

Accounting Cycle Written Assignment

At this point, you should have an understanding of the basic foundation of accounting. The steps to the accounting cycle are crucial to the success and accuracy of preparing financial information for internal and external stakeholders.

When sharing information about your studies with your friends and family, suppose one of them asks you about your accounting course. How would you explain each of the steps of the accounting cycle to them if they have little or no knowledge of accounting?

You are to write a 2–4 page paper explaining the accounting cycle and each of the nine steps.

This should be done in APA with citations and references.  Here is the grading rubrick

At this point, you should have an understanding of the basic foundation of accounting. The steps to the accounting cycle are crucial to the success and accuracy of preparing financial information for internal and external stakeholders.  When sharing information about your studies with your friends and family, suppose one of them asks you about your accounting course. How would you explain each of the steps of the accounting cycle to them if they have little or no knowledge of accounting?  You are to write a 2–4 page paper explaining the accounting cycle and each of the nine steps.  Your paper should be in terms that someone without much knowledge of accounting can understand. You should address what information is needed and how it is processed at each step. Be sure to address the consequences of inaccuracies and the ramifications of omitting any of the steps. An introduction and conclusion should be included in your paper. This Assignment should be typed and follow APA guidelines for document format and citations of resources. For APA resources and assistance, please visit the Kaplan University Writing Center at https://kucampus.kaplan.edu/Platform/AcademicSupport/AcademicSuccess/PeerTutoring/Writing/WritingCente r.aspx.  The following checklist will assist you with completing this Assignment:  1.  Introduction – provide background information and an overview of the accounting cycle 2.  The Accounting Cycle: 9 Steps – provide an explanation of each of the nine steps, address the information needed and how it is processed at each step, provide information regarding the consequences of inaccuracies or the effect of leaving out individual steps 3.  Conclusion – summarizes the accounting cycle and provides a review of the importance of following the steps and providing accurate financial information  Also, make sure the paper provides these critical elements:  • Write your original response in Standard English, paying special attention to grammar, style and mechanics. • Respond to the questions in a thorough manner, providing specific examples of concepts and topics from the checklist. • Ensure that your viewpoint and purpose are clearly stated. • Demonstrate logical and appropriate transitions from one idea to another. • Your paper should be highly organized, logical and focused.   
Submit your Assignment to the Unit 9 Assignment Dropbox.
Unit 9 [114: Accounting I]
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Unit 9 Writing Assignment Grading Rubric  Grade Content, Focus, Use of Text/Research 50% Analysis and Critical Thinking 30%
Writing Style, Grammar, APA Format 20%
90–100% (45 – 50 points)
Student has successfully provided an introduction, explanation of the nine steps to the accounting cycle, and a conclusion.
The paper addresses the information needed and how it is processed at each of the nine steps. Indications of what would happen if information were inaccurate or omitted at eight of the nine steps is included.
Sentences are clear, concise, and direct; tone is appropriate. Grammatical skills are strong with almost no errors per page. Correct use of APA format when assigned.
80–89% (40 – 46 points)
Student provided an introduction and conclusion. Explanation of at least eight of the nine steps in the accounting cycle was included in the assignment.
The paper addresses the information needed and how it is processed at seven of the nine steps. Indications of what would happen if information were inaccurate or omitted at six of the nine steps is included.
Sentences are generally clear, concise, and direct; tone is appropriate. Grammatical skills are competent with very few errors per page. Correct use of APA format when assigned.
70–79% (35 – 41 points)
Student provided an introduction and conclusion. Explanation  of seven of the nine steps in the accounting cycle is included in the assignment.
The paper addresses the information needed  and how it is processed at seven of the nine steps. Indications of what would happen if information were inaccurate or omitted at four of the nine steps is included.
Sentences are occasionally wordy or ambiguous; tone is too informal. Grammatical skills are adequate with few errors per page. Adequate use of APA format when assigned.
60–69% (30 – 36 points)
Student provided an introduction and conclusion. Explanation of six of the nine steps in the accounting cycle is included in the assignment.
The paper addresses the information needed and how it is processed at six of the nine steps. Indications of what would happen if information were inaccurate or omitted at three of the nine steps is included.
Sentences are generally wordy and/or ambiguous; tone is too informal. Grammatical skills are inadequate, clarity and meaning are impaired, numerous errors per page. Inadequate use of APA format when assigned.
0 – 59% (0 – 29 points)
Student is missing an introduction or conclusion. Explanation of five or less of the nine steps in the accounting cycle is included in the assignment.
The paper addresses the information needed and how it is processed at five or less of the nine steps. Indications of what would happen if information were inaccurate or omitted at two or less of the nine steps is included.
Sentences unclear enough to impair meaning; tone is inappropriate and/or inconsistent. Grammatical skills are inadequate for college level. Unacceptable use of APA format when assigned. 

see attachment. read one page case study and answer three questions. list references. each answer must be 2 paragraphs long.