The “Despicable” Chinese Zhenlin Kan Headlines like “Litter Everywhere After Their Departure” and “Unwelcome Tourists From China” raise the question of whether Chinese people are internationally regarded as less civilized than others. But are they? It is difficult to not notice the deluge of negative opinions toward one specific population, so this warrants a closer…
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An Analysis of Spatial Changes Due to Special Relativity
Abstract This thought experiment addresses loss of volume that occurs when a three-dimensional object is contracted due to relativistic processes. Specifically we investigate the dependence of contraction due to orientation relative to direction of motion. Length contraction states that relative constant velocity will lead to a shortened distance in the direction of motion, when viewed…
The Merchant of Venice: An SFA
S. Zou The character I choose for the play “The Merchant of Venice”, which is written by Shakespeare, is Portia. Portiafirst enter the play is at Act 1 Scene 2. In a room in Portia’s house, talking with Nerissa. Portia is one of the most important characters in this play. In my opinion, she…
How Managers of Foreign Firms in China Perceive China’s Business Environment and Support: A Case Study of Pfizer China
How Managers of Foreign Firms in China Perceive China’s Business Environment and Support: A Case Study of Pfizer China L.Zhen Abstract Doing business globally represents an attractive business opportunity for many firms for many reasons, but this can be difficult due to various cultural, language, and policy differences. This study examines how managers of…
The Durability Perception of Glass and Plastic Containers
The Durability Perception of Glass and Plastic Containers by Y. Bao Keywords: Perception, Durability, Glass, Plastic, Container, China Abstract Consumers typically use plastic and glass containers for various purposes. Consumers consider various factors, including their durability and cost, among others. Such decision factors should offer important insights for container manufacturers. In this regard, this study…