1. Read the definition of log loss, L [Y, P]. (a) Why is the scoring function defined as the negative log loss, −L [Y, P]? (b) What would be the outcome of maximizing the log loss, rather than the negative log loss? 2. Consider an investment strategy that sizes its bets equally, regardless of the […]
1. Public utilities are examples of sociotechnical systems. How are the heuristics discussed in this chapter reflected in the regulation, design, and operation of a local utility system? 2. Apply the four who’s to a sociotechnical system familiar to you. Examples: the Internet, air travel, communication satellites, a social service. “Looking for a […]
1.Quantum Inc., has issued bonds with •8% coupon rate (payable semi-annually). •Time till maturity is 9 years •yield to maturity of 10.5%. Document Preview: 1.Quantum Inc., has issued bonds with ? 8% coupon rate (payable semi-annually). ? Time till maturity is 9 years ? yield to maturity of 10.5%. What is the price of the […]
1: Prove that the problem of finding a Hamilton cycle in a directed graph is NP-complete, using the NP-completeness of the Hamilton-cycle problem for undirected graphs. 2. Suppose that two problems are known to be NP-complete. Does this imply that there is a polynomial-time reduction from one to the other, if P INP? “Looking […]
1. Provide a de?nition of what a CSO is. Then, provide a contrast of this sector against the other sectors (Public/Government) and Private/Business)? Provide examples in each area to illustrate. 2. What are some of the challenges and/or opportunities unique to CSOs? Choose three (3) characteristics and discuss. 3. Take one of the examples from […]
1. Prove that the linear transformation represented by the matrix M is rigid if and only if MT = M−1. 2. Show that the linear transformation represented by the matrix M is orientation-preserving if and only if det (M) > 0.[ 3. Figure II.9 shows an affine transformation acting on an F. (a) Is this […]
1. Project Objectives, Deliverables, and Requirements. Conduct a search in the University’s online library on the topic of project objectives, deliverables, and requirements. What are project objectives, deliverables, and requirements? How are they different from each other, when are they determined, and how are they controlled during the various phases of the project? Consider a […]
1. Produce a projected capital budgeting cash flows statement for Sneaker 2013 project by answering the following:a. What is the project’s initial (year 0) investment outlay? b. What are the project’s annual (year 2013-2018) net operating cash flows? c. What is the project’s terminal (2018) non-operating net cash flow? d. Does Sneaker 2013 appear viable […]
1. Profit forecasts A company is considering investing in a project with a five-year useful life. The project involves paying €75000 for a license to manufacture a new product and equipping a production line at a cost of €300000. The product is expected to have a useful life of five years only and at the […]
This is a Group-of-Three assignment. While group-of-two is also acceptable, an individual attempt needs to be well justified and approved in advance by the unit coordinator. This assignment is worth 25 marks. The assignment requires your research and practice. The objective of the assignment is to solve network problem tasks by using your knowledge and […]
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