The process to register an equity security with the SEC, provide a prospectus for the sale, and advertise for the sale takes, on average, ________

Information quantity is one of the four primary factors in determining the value of information; it is defined as __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Pat has to select the right paper clips to purchase for her office. She looks at the office supply catalog and picks the first one that is priced reasonably. Which method of making a decision does she use?

A. forecasting B. optimizing C. satisficing D. maximizing E. brainstorming