Business Model and Strategic Planning
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Math in Economics Grading Guide QRB/501 Version 8 |
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Individual Assignment: Math in Economics
Purpose of Assignment
The Week 4 assignment explores some of the foundation skills needed for more economic driven courses. Students will take a general business scenario and use the basics of supply and demand to make business decisions. An in-depth knowledge of Economics is not needed to perform these graphs and this aid in understanding the connection between math and other areas.
Resources
Website: https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/gasprices/states
Grading Guide
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The student correctly created a supply curve for gasoline. |
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The student correctly created a demand curve for gasoline. |
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The student correctly calculated the average cost of gas in their local area. |
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The student correctly calculated the standard deviation. |
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The Excel® spreadsheet includes all relevant calculations.
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The student explained elasticity of supply and demand and how this relates to their pricing decision.
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The student determined if the prices are higher, lower, or the same as those in the current location.
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The student defended the pricing decision including all relevant supporting documentation. |
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The paper is 700 words in length. |
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The paper — including tables and graphs, headings, a title page, and a reference page — is consistent with APA formatting guidelines and meets course-level requirements. |
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The paper includes properly cited intellectual property using APA style in-text citations and a reference page. |
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The paper includes paragraph and sentence transitions that are logical and maintain flow throughout the paper. |
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The paper includes sentences that are complete, clear, and concise. |
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The paper follows proper rules of grammar and usage including spelling and punctuation. |
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