and quantitative data gathering techniques i.e. the survey method, using the questionnaire as the instrument and supported by qualitative data obtained through structured interviews. A combination of these research design helped provides more data to work with and ultimately a more accurate evaluation (O’Neill, 2006) and according to Hemming (2008) human geographers were also increasingly employing both approaches in their research. Another reason for adopting both qualitative and quantitative data
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David DiBartolo RCR 151 Project Part A Abstract: This case study is about the application and effectiveness of massage modalities on resolving pain and tension issues based on chronic postural imbalances. In this case study there will be assessing of the client's conditions, facilitating techniques based on the symptoms and drawing conclusions of the efficacy of the applied techniques as a protocol for the given conditions. Introduction: 1. The therapeutic concern for my client is to relieve
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Social Media and its Impacts on Consumer Relationship Management: An Investigation of Product Recommendation: A Case Study of Nike and Facebook Simon Karuku Freelancers Union Abstract The purpose of the research was to define critically the efficiency of social media and the role it plays in impacting consumer relationship management. The study first looks at the works of many scholars in analyzing the effectiveness of social media over traditional media. Thereafter a critical analysis
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Backtesting VaR models: Quantitative and Qualitative Tests Carlos Blanco and Maksim Oks This is the first article in a two-part series analyzing the accuracy of risk measurement models. In this first article, we will present an overview of backtesting methods and point out the importance of conducting regular backtests on the risk models being used. In the second article, we will present an alternative to measuring VaR using a top-down or “macro” approach as a complementary tool to traditional
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related learning objectives. The learning objectives have been designed to ensure that the competencies are met. In addition, information is provided on the proportion of each question type presented in the examination (that is, multiple choice, quantitative problems, and so on). Use Students should use the examination blueprint to prepare for the course examination. The blueprint may not include all the topics listed in the course outline; however, students are still responsible for acquiring a broad-based
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Quantitative Study Critique February 21, 2013 Quantitative Study Critique Nursing practice has advanced to more than just the clinical part of caring for patients. Nursing has evolved into a profession that demands accountability through continued research and implementation of evidence based practice in efforts to consistently provide the best care for growing populations. Nurses must be able to utilize research provided and critique this information with a degree of understanding
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has evaluated the impact of IT on public accounting firms. This study focuses on five offices of an international public accounting firm that recently made large IT investments, primarily in audit software and knowledge-sharing applications. Both qualitative and quantitative information from the research site are analyzed to estimate the change in productivity following the implementation of IT. The results from both regression analysis and Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) indicate significant productivity
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[University of Wollongong] On: 11 October 2011, At: 22:41 Publisher: Routledge Informa Ltd Registered in England and Wales Registered Number: 1072954 Registered office: Mortimer House, 37-41 Mortimer Street, London W1T 3JH, UK Journal of Marketing Management Publication details, including instructions for authors and subscription information: http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/rjmm20 Evaluating market-segmentation research priorities: Targeting reemancipation Lee Quinn & Sally Dibb a b a b University
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372 25 Ronneby Sweden Internet Phone Fax : www.bth.se/com : +46 457 38 50 00 : + 46 457 102 45 2 Abstract Centralized databases are becoming bottleneck for organizations that are physically distributed and access data remotely. Data management is easy in centralized databases. However, it carries high communication cost and most importantly high response time. The concept of distributing the data over various locations is very attractive for such organizations. In such cases the database
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