Which cloud computing characteristic allows for most flexibility, meaning users can access cloud resources in a buffet-style fashion on an as-needed basis without the need for lengthy negotiations with the service provider?

A ________ is one of the two types of scaling techniques in which there is direct comparison of stimulus objects with one another

A) random scale B) nonrandom scale C) comparative scale D) noncomparative scale E) direct scale

If P&G wanted to increase the probability that it would be able to earn superior economic performance from its acquisition of Gillette, P&G should

A) share information about Gillette with other potential bidders. B) share information about strategic fit potential between P&G and Gillette with Gillette. C) wait to submit its bid for Gillette until there are multiple interested bidders. D) close the acquisition deal as quickly as possible.