Historical evidence indicates that load funds perform better than no-load funds.

Ramos Corporation reported the following equity section on its current balance sheet

The common stock is currently selling for $18.00 per share. Common Stock, $5 par, 194,000 shares authorized, 143,000 shares issued and outstanding $715,000 Paid-In Capital in Excess of Par-Common 130,000 Retained Earnings 301,000 Total Stockholders' Equity $1,146,000 After the declaration and distribution of a 20% stock dividend, what is the total number of common shares issued? A) 13,000 B) 160,160 C) 143,000 D) 17,160

The marketing manager needs to know the cost of the research project before approving it. During which stage of the marketing research process would such a consideration most likely take place?

A) defining the problem B) analyzing the information C) drafting the report D) developing the research plan E) collecting information