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What section of the UCC governs the agreement? The case scenario is covered under section 2 of the UCC, which involves the sale of goods. For an agreement to be defined as a sale of goods, it has to involve two merchants, one who is a buyer and the other is a seller. Are they “merchants?” Both Hasbro and Cloud Corporation are merchants. According to Section 2(1) of the UCC, a merchant involves an individual who deals in goods. Given that Cloud Corporation supplies the powder to Hasbro, it indicates the company deals in goods. Hasbro does not deal with the powder but has the knowledge and skill of using the powder for manufacturing kids’ toys. Section (2)1 of the UCC also defines a person with such knowledge and skills as a merchant. Is this oral agreement considered a contract? In the business world, it is always advisable to put any form of agreement between parties in agreement. However, many times people engage in contracts informally in the form of an oral agreement. Oral agreements are therefore acceptable under common law. A challenge only arises when the parties to the agreement fail to play their part or conduct their obligations. In that case, the parties may require the court to intervene. The courts cannot intervene if there is no formal writing of the contract. The UCC is not a law but a basis for enabling business among parties. The UCC recognizes an oral agreement as a contract but provides certain instances where a contract needs to be in written form. Section 2-209(1) of the UCC requires that contacts whose value exceeds $500 should be in writing if they are to be enforced by a court of law. Otherwise, contracts whose value is less than $500 can still take place under an oral agreement. What are Cloud’s possible arguments? In case of a challenge, Cloud Corporation can defend itself using various provisions under the UCC. Under section 2-204(1), the conduct of the agreeing parties can point to a contract. This includes if the contract for sale is arrived at in a way suggesting the existence of a contract. Section 2-204(1) indicates that should one or more items not be covered in a contract for sale. The contract is not discarded if the parties intended to make a contract for which they rationally believe an appropriate remedy is required. In this case, the conduct of Hasbro can be seen to suggest an existence of a contract. Even though there was no written agreement, Hasbro and Cloud Corporation had a clear intention of making a contract. Cloud Corporation can also argue that there was acceptance of goods. According to section 2-606 of the UCC, the buyer is presumed to have accepted goods if the acceptance of goods arises under three key circumstances. One, under section 2-606(1) (a), the buyer has taken reasonable time to inspect the goods. The seller, therefore, assumes that the goods conform to the buyer’s standards or that the buyer will take or keep the goods notwithstanding their non-conformity. Two, under section 2-606(1) (b), the buyer is considered to have accepted the goods if they do not reject the goods within a reasonable time after they have been tendered or delivered (sectio
The proposed game is a first-person zombie shooter taking place in the medieval period. The idea was inspired by Valve’s Left4Dead game series and Korean TV series called Kingdom . It will be an online game requiring five people to travel from objective A to B fighting through hordes of zombies using medieval weapons. Each chapter will consist of six episodes with a starting point and destination point in the form of a small village or a castle. The chapters will differ in the overall context, map features, and places, where there will be different kingdoms of the middle ages, such as Song Dynasty, Roman Empire, or German Holy Empire. The main five characters will differ in personality features depending on the chapter, but the core mechanics will be similar. Each character will be free to choose the playstyle, where one can become an archer, a shield wielder, a two-hand weapon holder, or a spear fighter. These weapons will be available during the episodes, and they will determine whether a player will be a durable melee fighter or a ranged shooter. Along the predetermined path of each episode, there will be hordes of zombies spawning at specific points. The last episode of each chapter will always be defending or holding a position, such as a castle or a village. In order to make the game more challenging, special zombies will be implemented, which are rare and more dangerous. They will take a form of an infected and deformed animal, such as a tiger, an elephant, a wolf, or an eagle. In addition, similarly to Left4Dead , versus mode will also be available, where the second team will be able to play as these special infected animals, which spawn throughout each episode. The game will not be pay-to-win, but the overall income will come from game sales, DLCs, and in-game cosmetic purchases. The game will actively implement various cultural features of each chapter selected kingdom.
For this study two short stories were chosen for comparison. The first one is Young Goodman Brown by Nathaniel Hawthorne and the second one is Jim Smiley and His Jumping Frog by Mark Twain. These two were chosen because they have different takes on American culture but at the same time there are similar elements that can be seen in the story, particularly when it comes to religion. The two authors used different approaches to telling a story. Mark Twain likes to keep it light and funny while Hawthorn loves to use a serious tone when telling his story. In Mark Twain the characters are enjoying themselves but in Hawthorne’s story the characters are fearful and unsure of themselves. They seem to be in a bad dream and struggling to break free from the stranglehold of a dark foreboding. In contrast Twain’s characters are simply doing what they feel like doing. These different approaches were applied generously in dealing with an important topic in American culture and this is none other than religion. These stories tell the readers that Americans of the 19 th century were greatly influenced by religion whether they acknowledge it or not. There are also different ways of expressing their personal views of religion. On one side of the extreme is the legalistic type where dread is felt at the mere mention religious objects and rituals. On the other side of the extreme are those who find it frivolous and every time they talk about religion they cannot help but make fun of it. A Happy Experience If the goal of Mark Twain is to make readers happy then he has succeeded. Even in the opening scene the reader gets the warning not to take this story seriously but everyone who dares continue with the journey will be amply rewarded in
Introduction A study “More Than an Answer: Information Relationships for Actionable Knowledge” by Cross and Sproull (2004) analyzes the correlation between employees’ relations and their importance to gathering knowledge for work. The authors present a clear motivation, basing their research on the fact that scholars studying actionable knowledge often overlook the process of finding information from other people. The research question is also stated at the beginning of the paper, which aims to “investigate how personal sources of information contribute to actionable knowledge” (Cross & Sproull, 2004, p. 446). This question can be interesting to managers of different specialties and levels as it directly correlates to their work. It can help them understand which connections do they use to obtain information and which types of learning can be promoted to workers in their company. The introduction to this article analyzes data from existing research and motivates the audience to continue reading the study. I found myself getting interested in this research after reading the first page. Theory The presented article has two distinct parts because it employs both qualitative and quantitative research methods. The first part deals with qualitative descriptions of the topic and creates a theoretical framework from the gathered data. The second part uses the developed framework to outline and analyze a number of hypotheses. The first part and the beginning of the second one are devoted to the discussion of theories that can be used for this analysis. Therefore, the study’s framework is well-developed. The core concepts of the article are defined adequately. First of all, the authors note that people’s interpersonal relationships are the basis of this research as they argue about their major role in information gathering (Cross & Sproull, 2004). Second, the researchers outline multiple hypotheses based on this belief and focus on their findings as to the foundation for further analysis. The logic behind the predictions is persuasive as the authors devote much time to explaining every statement and arguing for its viability. There are many references presented in the theoretical part of the study, and authors present their hypotheses in a logical way, deriving one statement from another. Method As this paper uses two methodologies, each of them has its distinct characteristics. The qualitative part of the article employs interviews as the primary method of gathering data. Here, the sample of participants is rather large for a qualitative study, as the authors interview 40 respondents from one firm (Cross & Sproull, 2004). The quantitative research uses a stratified surv
This paper aims at considering Daily Briefs posts related to article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), stating, “Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression” (Universal Declaration of Human Rights). The article primarily concerns the right to hold and express personal opinions freely without the government’s or any other organizations’ interference. This implies the ability and permission to speak views publicly via demonstrations and protests or through television or radio broadcasting, the internet, social media, or published articles, leaflets, and books. The article also protects the freedom to obtain information from mass media or other means of disseminating information and people overall. Germany Presses China on Abuses in Hong Kong. (Riera, 2020) On September 1, 2020, Germany appealed to China regarding its security law inflicted on Hong Kong and the treatment of minority Uighurs during Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit. The law contains provisions that may have devastating consequences to human rights in Hong Kong, including creating specialized, secret security agencies and strengthening restraints on the media and civil society. This act was followed by many protests in Hong Kong and other countries, as well as actions from the United States and the European Union, such as the export limitation of equipment and sanction imposition. Libya: Armed Groups Violently Quell Protests (Salah, 2020) In August 2020, Tripoli’s armed forces associated with Libya’s Government of National Accord (GNA) utilized lethal weapons, such as machine guns, to disperse predominantly peaceful anti-corruption demonstrations. They also arbitrarily detained and tortured protesters, and people in the capital disappeared. UN experts and ambassadors of foreign countries, including the US and the EU, responded to this violation, calling not to use weapons and allow the people to express their will. Hungary Renews Attacks on Independent Radio Station (Gall, 2020) In September 2020, Hungary’s Media Council unexpectedly announced that it would cancel the frequency of Klubradio as of February 2021. Andras Arato, Klubradio’s president, regards this decision as an example of the Hungarian government’s effort to control the independent press and the media landscape overall. The EU institutions still have not responded to this move by the Hungarian government, but they are intensifying their attention to Hungary’s actions concerning the violation of democratic principles. Myanmar: Stop Prosecuting Peaceful Protesters (Adams, B., 2020) The incident happened when on September 12, a special police unit conducted a nighttime raid on Paing Min Khant’s home in North Okkala, Yangon. Moreover, twenty students across Myanmar have been charged under different laws after joining the sticker and protest campaigns On September 10, criticizing the government, particularly for the mobile internet shutdown in Chin and Rakhine States. Bangkok’s government officials gave an immediate
Introduction Can a singer lost in a decade give a stunning performance in the world of such stars as Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, and Alicia Keys? This question arises when a singer is lost from the limelight. Well, the Nigerian-born songstress, Sade Adu, stood the test of time. I regretted having missed her concert ten years ago, but certainly, she did not disappoint us, because I believe she performed perfectly last night and demonstrated the enduring unique style. She is best known for her pop hits such as “Sweetest Taboo” and “Smooth Operator.” One would have wondered whether it was appropriate for her to be in the palatial Amway Center on that Sunday or rather in a smoky lounge where the songs beautified as if Bartons were over ice on a mellow Saturday. This sultry singer brings out the jazzy little nightclub so that one enjoys every song even when they hear it for the first time. The crowd recognized a powerful voice of the ’90s from the very beginning of her performance and was so excited to welcome her back. The ecstatic nature of the crowd showed one feeling as if Sade could bring out the world with her music, as they filled the venue with representatives of all races and generations. To those at home, this concert brought a myriad of stimulating peace. For instance, the application of stage-sized curtains to “filter” the band was inspiring, making one have difficulty in choosing between the two (Harris 1997). Review It was not possible for anyone to conclude that John Legend was a veritable back-up singer. John had no business in the arena of Amway’s scope. He could perform effectively at House of Blues. However, in the company of such a talent, he could never excite the crowd like a legendary Sade. The only criticism for Sade’s tour is that the show is predictable for the moment when it comes to arrangements. It did not overpower Sade as it happened to John Legend. One considers the faultlessness of the organization, as well as an impeccable per
This report presents an analysis of a contract involving supplying, installing, testing and commissioning a lift. Particularly, the definition of the main aspects of the agreement: offer and acceptance, considerations, legal purposes, and legal power of the contract. Offer and acceptance Offer and acceptance assessment is an old concept in business regulation utilized in determining whether there is a contract between two entities. As an agreement is a contract, an offer refers to a sign by a single party (i.e. a supplier in a supply and installation agreement) to a second party (i.e. the client) of the supplier’s readiness in entering into an agreement on specific conditions without additional bargaining. An agreement exists when acceptance of an offer (based on terms provided) has been copied by the “offeree” to the “offerer”. In this case, Al Mohtadi Commercial Agencies is the offerer and Mr. Salem Al Hamly is the offeree. The agency through the general manager, Mr. Tarek Abdallah, offers to supply a lift without additional negotiations and Mr. Salem Al Hamly accepts to be supplied with the item as per the agreement (German Intelligent Technology, 2010). Consideration Basically, consideration is an assured plan, or exclusion of plan, that the supplier did not previously have an earlier role to abide by. A consideration can be in terms of finances, tangible item, service, activity, or a restraint to act. One entity to an agreement has to exchange consideration to the other entity for the agreement to be legally-binding. As mentioned earlier, an entity which already has an authorized role of providing finance, a product, a service, an operation or a restraint to act, does not offer consideration when offeree simply supports that role needed by agreeable roles, contract regulation or other already existing roles. Additionally, it is critical to understand that past considerations generally are not legally-binding. That is, they have to be finances, items, services, activities or restraints of action offered in expectation of the agreement to be legally binding considerations. In the contract, Mr. Salem Al Hamly enters into an agreement with Al Mohtadi Commercial Agencies stating that he will pay Dh 130,000 in consideration of the agency’s good service for supplying and installing the lift. Also, the agency must maintain the lift for free for the next 400 days (
Introduction In his book Renaissance Self-fashioning (1980), the literary critic Stephen Greenblatt argues that writers of the 16th and 17th centuries tried to “fashion” or create an identity for themselves by, among other strategies, “submission to an absolute power or authority situated at least partially outside the self-God, a sacred book, an institution such as church, court, colonial or military administration”; Greenblatt further argues that Renaissance writers achieved this self-fashioned identity “in relation to something perceived as alien, strange, or hostile. This threatening other-heretic, savage, witch, adulteress, traitor, Antichrist-must be discovered or invented in order to be attacked and destroyed.” This paper examines the chronicles of Columbus on his first voyage and examines if the theory of Greenblatt holds good. Discussion of First Voyage of Columbus The translation by Jane Smith of the first voyage of Columbus reveals the struggles and the perils that Columbus faced during his voyage. It must be noted that commoners as well as nobles of 16 th century Europe lived on the fickle whims of the Kings and the Church and the royalty could in an instant turn a commoner into a noble and a noble into a commoner though the former has happened very rarely. Columbus was thoroughly obligated to this King who had provided the required funds, ships, sailors and royal protection to the sailor. This for Columbus, the king was the ultimate symbol of authority and he regarded him as the ultimate provider. This is evidenced in the very first sentence of the letter where he addresses the kings. This passage appears to be what Greenblatt has proposed. The whole passage reveals the deep obligation Columbus had for the king: “ I passed from the Canary Islands to the Indies with the fleet which the illustrious king and queen, our sovereigns gave to me. And there I found very many islands filled with people innumerable and of whom all I have taken possession for their highness, by proclamation made and with the royal standard unfurled and no opposition was offered to me”. Columbus’s fascination of the new land and its comparison with the land of Spain continues and he is of the opinion that the new lands are much more bountiful and beautiful in their splendor.
The phrase that America is a land of opportunities is a common one in many countries. This belief compels people from different parts of the world to travel to America with hopes of improving their lives, a fact that explains the ever increasing number of immigrants who troop into the country every year. However, what many people fail to understand is that America is characterized by numerous insecurities and inequalities. The American model is considered by some countries an appropriate model of transforming struggling economies. This explains why many countries put a lot of effort to make their economies powerful, prosperous and productive. The American economy is considered to be among world economies that have grown very fast, leading to reduced unemployment and huge profits. However, some Americans feel that there are no direct benefits ass
When it comes to economic relationships, there is a vast number of concepts that cause public debate and are capable of polarizing societies. The issue of the minimum wage or whether or not increases in minimum wage levels are helpful for workers and the economic system, in general, remains highly controversial today. Many believe that wage increases cause harm to employees and companies by encouraging price growth associated with larger employee expenses and mounting unemployment due to rising job competition. Analyzing the issue from the Marxist viewpoint, it can be concluded that increases in the minimum wage are beneficial to the working class but not to capitalists. The minimum wage debate centers around whether it is possible to benefit the working population and boost economic development by initiating increases in wage levels. The answer depends on the nature of the relationships between wage size and the prices of goods and services. In one of his famous speeches on prices and value, Marx criticizes arguments that link wage growth to immediate increases in prices and the absence of benefits for workers. The main point is that wages and prices are not equal as concepts; instead, wages can be regarded as “a subset of price” or a price of human labor (Menon 63). To all effects and purposes, wage increases do not necessarily have to result in the growth of prices. According to the Marxist school of thought, employee-employer relationships under capitalism present an act of exploitation, which implies that employers’ profits are much greater than the sum of all employees’ wages. Following this logic, it seems clear that large employers should have financial reserves that are substantial enough to find resources and increase payments released to all employees. Incr