modes of exchange [Introduction] Explain the four different modes of exchange (A, B, C & D) in the Structure of World History and the ways in which modes A, B, and C coexisted in 18th-century Korea (Choson). 2. [Ch. 6] Explain (1) the differences among magic, religion, and universal religion; and (2) how the emergence of universal religion is related to modes B, C, and D. Discuss the significance of universal religion in Karatani Kojin′s critical rethinking of the capital-state-nation system. 3. [Introduction] Explain the four different modes of exchange (A, B, C, & D) in the Structure of World History and the various types of power produced by modes A, B, and C. 4. [Ch. 4] Explain the emergence of world money and the transformation of money into capital. (Make sure that your discussion includes the concepts of credit, merchant capital, usurer capital, and the social contract of the commodity world.) 5. [Ch. 4] Explain the emergence of world money, the relations between the state and money, and those between the state and capital. (Make sure that your discussion…

Five Porter Forces of Walmart Introduction Walmart which was established in 1969 and is involved in business operations of retailing, wholesaling and other several units distributed all over the globe including online market. It provides variety of merchandise products and services at low prices on daily basis. It majorly functions through three sectors which comprises of Sam’s club. Walmart United States and Walmart international. The Walmart United states entail company’s major business with associated brands and online retails. The Walmart International sector involves business activities of the company outside unites states and has several international retail websites. The Sam’s Club sector entails membership clubs associated with warehouses in united states and also related website. The company is operating roughly 11,600 stores with 59 banners which are distributed in twenty eight countries. It also has electronic commerce websites in 11 countries. The Walmart US sector runs retailing stores which offers customers access to collection of products and services which are not available in physical stores and associated online services utilizing websites and mobile applications. The digital retailing is linked to stores…

Reflections on Essay Introduction This paper provides an evaluation of two essays indicated in the assignment details. Each of the composition has been reflected according to the format provided in the assignment details in the definitive form below. Response to essay 1 The first student expresses that she has the concrete idea about her ideas but faces difficult time describing and voicing her opinions. There is continuously switching between tenses and needs assistance in arranging her thoughts to project creativity. The piece of literature starts on the positive note with high spirits where a parent feels proud of reading the book for the first time. She barely recalls her chi8ldhood memories but accounts how the parents shared childhood memories with her. The author was brought up with several siblings, and the father abandoned school to take care of them. The father was not a books reader until the time parents divorced. She spent most of the time executing chores and developing adventure for other siblings. She was not a fan of education, and her sister was two years older than…

 Strategic Procurement; Linksys Company Abstract Many companies recognizes the value of strategic procurement in facilitating a profitable growth and how it has become a source of value. This paper seeks to evaluate the sourcing methods and supplier base taking Linksys Company as the case. The introduction part gives an overview of the paper’s content including the Company’s nature of operations and the objectives of the research. It also presents the significance of sourcing methods and the criteria that organizations use to select their appropriate sourcing methods. The second part comprise of the sourcing methods and supplier base that Linksys Company use in its procurement process. This part critically examines the sourcing methods and evaluates why the chosen sourcing methods for the company are suitable to it. The third part encompasses the proposal for strategic source framework which can facilitate excellence in procurement process and enhance value growth for the company’s customers. Keywords: sourcing methods, procurement, value growth, and supply base. Introduction Leading companies take strategic procurement as a key factor in leading their profitable growth; hence, a source of value…

My Proud accomplishments and why I want to attend Westinghouse I’m most proud of the progresses that I have made so far in every aspect of my life. My life as a student has introduced me to various challenging environments which have given me an opportunity to grow in my field as and expertise. I have had many chances to interact with colleagues and managers in various niches who have acquainted me with the necessary knowledge in their respective contexts. Hence, I am proud to face the challenges ahead of my career regardless of them being knew to me or recurring. I am proud that I have had chance to stand with the successful entrepreneurs across the county all having differing opinions on the basis of success. I once learned that success is relative especially when it comes to entrepreneurship which is one of the professions requiring one’s much attention and depends on the skills and patients that one has for it to succeed. I believe that Westinghouse is the right place for me to build my career based on…

HYDRAULIC FRACTURING Introduction Considering hydraulic fracturing, a well which is vertical which is almost seven thousand feet is drilled before it’s course is shifted horizontal and directed to gas and oil deposits layer (Lawrence, A. T., & Weber, J., 2017). The operators than utilize pumps to introduce a large number of chemicals, and sand using high pressure to aid in breaking shale then release hydrocarbons that are withdrawn using the drill hope. Through rotation of horizontal turns, one well is used to reach a vast area underground. The expansion of hydraulic fracturing in America over recent periods is astonishing; in 2014 over one million wells for gas and oil were functioning in thirty-six states. The hydraulic fracturing has several merits, and America has evolved into a top natural gas producer in the globe, superseding Russia in gas and Saudi Arabia in oil. Hydraulic fracturing has generated employment, royalties to landowners and tax revenue. Natural gas is considered to be environmental friendly more than oil and coal and provides a substantial bridge to tomorrow’s economy depending on renewable energy. However, this…

NEEDLE EXCHANGE PROGRAM POLICY Introduction The needle exchange program is a policy that offers accessibility of sterile syringes, injection apparatus and needles for drug addicts who uses the intravenous methods for consuming drugs. The policy advocates for a strategy for accessing this equipment at minimum cost. This program was started in  1980’s in the United Kingdom as strategy to reduce the prevalence of acquired immune deficiency syndrome and hepatitis B. Eventually the project was extended to united states since there emergence of need for limiting the spread of HIV among drug users who use injections (Wright, N. M., Tompkins, C. N., & Farragher, T. M., 2015). In the United States, the prevention unit was developed and is operational illegally as a street-based initiative to curb the spread of the HIV. Thesis statement Recent studies conducted by world health organization have shown that NEP has been successful in reducing the rate of HIV and other diseases which can be transmitted through blood when people share injection needles. The program also supports the various campaign which assists drug users to quit the…

The 99mTC bone scanning Introduction The 99mTC bone scanning possesses a high level of sensitivity but also has low specificity associated with numerous bony pathologies that include avascular necrosis, stress fractures, tumors of the bone and bone contusion. This type of scanning is most useful in the occult pathology (Agrawal, K.et al, 2015). The uptake relating to 99mTC radiotracer happens in three stages which include perfusion stage that occurs immediately, blood pooling stage usually takes around fifteen minutes and bone uptake stage which is usually delayed and takes at least two hours. Advantages The Compound 99mTC MDC clears fast from the blood usually forty percent within one hour from the administration. The radionuclide associated with the scan is easily available, affordable, stable and it can be detected by the cameras (Chopra, A., & Robinson, P., 2016). After injection of the bone to be scanned, the imaging of the whole body is possible without an increment in radiation dose. Lesion localization assists in focusing attention on the radiographic alterations. The major advantages associated with this kind of scan include high sensitivity…

What is a compound miter saw? A miter saw is an indispensable part of any workshop. This tool is specially designed for chopping down window casings, crown moulding, picture frames, and door frames. There are various woodworking projects which a miter saw helps you to get through quickly. However, it is equally important to finding the right piece of compound miter saw which justify its price. With the wide range of miter saws available in the market, each saw comes with the saw blade and pivot axis, allowing cutting different angles. However, there are specific features which one must mainly look for, to comply with particular needs. So, let us explore what a compound miter saw is and what are the specific features which make it an ideal piece worth considering. What is a compound miter saw? A tool which helps you to cut from a variety of angles is termed as a miter saw. A compound miter saw has blades which facilitate pivot right and left angled cuts. It also let the tilt for bevelled cuts to cut in…

Fennel flower Introduction Fennel is a flower plant species that belongs to the carrot family. Fennel is a perennial and hardy herb with feathery leaves and yellow flowers. Even though it grows in different regions, it is a native of the Mediterranean shores. It grows ideally near the sea-cist on dry soils and the river banks. The scientific name of fennel is Foeniculum vulgare. Fennel is a highly flavorful and aromatic herb that is used in cookery. The plant is erect and bright green. It grows to a height of nearly eight feet and hollow stems. The leaves are finely dissected, and they grow up to forty centimetres. Fennel is produced both in the foreign and it’s native land due to it’s strongly flavoured and edible fruits and leaves.   One cup of sliced raw fennel only contains one and a half grams of fat, twenty-seven calories, without even a single gram of saturated fat. Fennel provides eleven per cent of RDA of fibre, seventeen per cent of vitamin C, and about ten per cent calcium. What are fennel seeds?…