As an investigator with the Federal Public Defender’s Office, you are assisting Assistant Federal Defender Lilly Jones with gathering background information on offender Ben Smith, who pled guilty to distribution of a controlled substance (5 kilograms of cocaine). Mr. Smith is being sentenced next month. In a 2–3-page paper, provide an overview of the following: Why were the federal sentencing guidelines developed, and what is their purpose? Who created the Federal Sentencing Guidelines?

As an investigator with the Federal Public Defender’s Office, you are assisting Assistant Federal Defender Lilly Jones with gathering background information on offender Ben Smith, who pled guilty to distribution of a controlled substance (5 kilograms of cocaine). Mr. Smith is being sentenced next month.
In a 2–3-page paper, provide an overview of the following:
Why were the federal sentencing guidelines developed, and what is their purpose?
Who created the Federal Sentencing Guidelines?
What factors will a court take into consideration when sentencing Mr. Smith?
In your opinion, do the federal sentencing guidelines allow judges enough discretion when imposing a sentence in this type of case?
Should judges have more or less discretion when it comes to sentencing?
What are the 3 most important things that Ms. Jones should tell the judge at sentencing about Mr. Smith to aid in sentencing?

Briefly discuss what is described in Chapter 20 as ” the scholarship of teaching in nursing.”  What is the difference between scholarship in teaching in nursing and scholarly teaching? How will you demonstrate scholarship in your nursing practice and future career in education? How can you best prepare for it?

 
There are two parts to this discussion.  The first is to consider scholarship in nursing. The second is to reflect on your MSN education to date.
Initial Post:
Part 1: Briefly discuss what is described in Chapter 20 as ” the scholarship of teaching in nursing.”  What is the difference between scholarship in teaching in nursing and scholarly teaching? How will you demonstrate scholarship in your nursing practice and future career in education? How can you best prepare for it?
For your references, review Teaching in Nursing and the Role of the Nurse Educator, Chapters 19 and 20 and find an additional professional nursing source. 
Part 2: You will soon be taking the capstone course and graduating with a master’s degree in nursing. Reflect on what you have learned in your education and leadership courses thus far. How has your understanding of the educator and leadership roles in nursing changed?  What has impacted you the most?  How do you envision using this information and/or degree in your career? What would you like to learn more about through additional formal or informal learning?

Next week, the final element of your project will be due. In this phase, you’ll install Linux into a virtual machine and demonstrate some Linux commands. A vital element of the project is virtualization. Have you previously used virtualization tools, such as VMware, VirtualBox, HyperV, or others? If so, share your experiences. If not, what are your observations? How do you think virtualization might be beneficial?

Next week, the final element of your project will be due. In this phase, you’ll install Linux into a virtual machine and demonstrate some Linux commands.
A vital element of the project is virtualization. Have you previously used virtualization tools, such as VMware, VirtualBox, HyperV, or others? If so, share your experiences. If not, what are your observations? How do you think virtualization might be beneficial?
For your follow-up postings, feel free to ask any questions as you begin working on the virtual install. Have you run into any issues so far? What questions do you have about virtualization?
In addition to your primary forum response, post at least two follow-up responses to your classmates.

Some employers must provide unpaid leave for family- and medical-related reasons under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Paid leave is not required by federal law; however, it is required by some state and local laws. Have you or someone you know ever experienced a situation where there was a need for unpaid family leave? If not, imagine you are now in that situation in your current workplace. Did you agree with the policy that was in place at the time? Why, or why not?

Some employers must provide unpaid leave for family- and medical-related reasons under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Paid leave is not required by federal law; however, it is required by some state and local laws.
Have you or someone you know ever experienced a situation where there was a need for unpaid family leave? If not, imagine you are now in that situation in your current workplace. Did you agree with the policy that was in place at the time? Why, or why not? As you describe and reflect on the situation, your reaction, and rationale, consider the impact of unpaid family leave laws on the employer. Does it alter your perspective?
Journal post to be a minimum of 500 words in length and at least one supporting reference. Journal posts should include a full title and double-space all submissions.

There are three alternatives: X, Y, and Z with 10% MARR. Which alternative should be chosen based on the following conditions and why? For X, the initial cost is $10k, yearly revenue is $6K, salvage is $1k and the useful life is calculated as 2 yrs. For Y, the initial cost is $15k, yearly revenue is $10K, salvage is -$2k, and the useful life is 3yrs. For Z, the initial cost is $12k, yearly revenue is $5K, salvage is $3k and the useful life is 4yrs.

(NO COPY FROM AI LIKE ChatGPT)
**No plagiarismNo match – An electronic copy or handwritten scan document
Q1.
There are three alternatives: X, Y, and Z with 10% MARR. Which alternative should be chosen based on the following conditions and why?
For X, the initial cost is $10k, yearly revenue is $6K, salvage is $1k and the useful life is calculated as 2 yrs.
For Y, the initial cost is $15k, yearly revenue is $10K, salvage is -$2k, and the useful life is 3yrs.
For Z, the initial cost is $12k, yearly revenue is $5K, salvage is $3k and the useful life is 4yrs.
Q2.
There are two options P and M. With 15% MARR under 20 years study period, which alternative should be chosen based on the following conditions and why? For P, the initial cost is $14k, the yearly cost is $14K, the salvage is $8k and the useful life is calculated as 5yrs. For M, the initial cost is $65k, the yearly cost is $9K, the salvage is $13k and the useful life is calculated as 20 yrs.
Q3.
What is the breakeven point for each parameter if the initial investment is £30K, yearly revenue is £20K, yearly expenditure is £5K, market value is £1K, the useful life is 5 years and MARR is 8%? Also, find n at the breakeven point.
Q3.
Calculate the sensitivity of PW to -50% alters in (a) Initial investment (ii) Net annual receipts, (iii) MARR for the following information. Investment $95K, useful life 10 years, MARR=12%, Salvage value $10K, Annual receipts $20K

Explain the reasons given to support capital punishment in different countries. Be factual and specific about which countries still use capital punishment. Explain the reasons given for banning capital punishment in different countries.

Introduce the topic by providing a definition of capital punishment. Explain the reasons given to support capital punishment in different countries. Be factual and specific about which countries still use capital punishment. Explain the reasons given for banning capital punishment in different countries. Be factual and specific about which countries have banned capital punishment. Use academic sources to research these reasons and examples, don’t use blogs and other unreliable sources. Cite your sources and include the bibliographic information in your annotated bibliography. You can return to https://www.scc.losrios.edu/student-resources/library/research/research-instruction (Links to an external site.), https://tstc.libguides.com/citation/tips (Links to an external site.), or use the textbook CTRW pp. 278-279, and 288-308, if you need guidance in conducting research and citing sources. Choose one of the following four constructs to question its involvement in capital punishment: race, class, gender, or religious affiliation. FOR EXAMPLE: Are some groups of people more likely to receive a capital punishment sentence? Consider different races, socioeconomic classes, gender identities, or religious affiliations. You don’t have to provide perfect answers or solutions to these issues. Just consider these issues with an informed opinion, using legitimate sources. (1-2 pages)

True, False, or Uncertain. Government should regulate natural monopolies so that they produce at an allocatively efficient quantity. Explain your answer.

Answer each problem fully and use graphs to help explain the answers. There is not always one correct answer. The quality of your answer depends on the strength of your explanation and on your ability to apply economic concepts to these problems.
1.True, False, or Uncertain. Government should regulate natural monopolies so that they produce at an allocatively efficient quantity. Explain your answer.
2.True, False, or Uncertain. Public policy should encourage monopolies because they result in a larger output than would occur with perfect competition and allow the monopolist to earn a positive economic profit.

Define the impact of companys culture, structure and design can have on its organizational behaviour.

Learning Outcomes:
CLO-Covered
1
Define the impact of company’s culture, structure and design can have on its organizational behaviour. (CLO3).
2
Assess challenges of effective organizational communication and share information within the team in professional manner. (CLO4).
3
Examine the differences and similarities between leadership, power, and management. (CLO5).
Assignment 3
Reference Source:
Textbook: –
Colquitt, J. A., LePine, J. A., & Wesson, M. J. (2021). Organizational behaviour: Improving performance and commitment in the workplace (7th ed). Burr Ridge, IL: McGraw-Hill Irwin.
Case Study: –
Case: MATTEL
Please read the case “Mattel” from Chapter 15 “Organizational Structure” Page: – 505 given in your textbook – Organizational behaviour: Improving performance and commitment in the workplace (7th ed). by Colquitt, J. A., LePine, J. A., & Wesson, M. J. (2021) and answer the following Questions:
Assignment Question(s):
1. If you were a Mattel employee, would you be encouraged by what CEO Ynon Kriez said about how he is following up on restructuring? Is there a way he could have said it better? (02 Marks) (Min words 150-250)
2. Given that Mattel’s structure is still organized around brands (toys), how do you expect a new film division to fit in from a structural standpoint? (02 Marks) (Min words 150-200)
3. How might Mattel change its structure to be more efficient or successful? (02 Marks) (Min words 150-200)
Part: -2
Discussion Questions: – Please read Chapter 13 & 14 “Leadership: Power and Negotiation & Leadership: Styles and Behaviour” carefully and then give your answers based on your understanding.
4. Think about the last serious conflict you had with a coworker or group member. How was that conflict resolved? Which approach did you take to resolve it? (02 Marks) (Min words 150-200)
5.Before reading this chapter, which statement did you feel was more accurate: “Leaders are born” or “Leaders are made”? How do you feel now, and why do you feel that way? (02 Marks) (Min words 150-200)
Important Note: –
1. Support your submission with course material concepts, principles, and theories from the textbook and at least two scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles.
2. References required in the assignment. Use APA style for writing references.
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How did the government attempt to handle foreign pressures and calls for reform in the second half of the 19th century

How did the government attempt to handle foreign pressures and calls for reform in the second half of the 19th century?
The purpose of this discussion is to
Explain how outside influences played an important part in change in Korea
Look at how Koreans dealt with the turbulent changes
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Think about a recent situation in mental health nursing that you recognized as needing to change in some way and share your reflection with others in the discussion board. Did you take action to change the situation? If not, why not? If so consider the following: Who did you connect with in some way to create change? What were the barriers that you faced in making the change? What facilitated getting something done?

Think about a recent situation in mental health nursing that you recognized as needing to change in some way and share your reflection with others in the discussion board. Did you take action to change the situation? If not, why not?
If so consider the following:

Who did you connect with in some way to create change?
What were the barriers that you faced in making the change?
What facilitated getting something done?
Looking back, what would you do differently next time around?

Submission Instructions:

Your post should be at least 450 words, formatted, and cited in the current APA style with support from (2) two academic sources. 
FREE of PLAGIARISM (TURNITIN assignment)

My background: I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I work at mental health clinic (outpatient services) and at a Psychiatric Hospital where I provide direct patient care, diagnose, and prescribe pharmacological treatments for patients with mental health disorders.