The effects of the crisis in the countries involved in the economic crisis of 1997-98. 2. ... Some of these loans, investments, and projects had a risk factor that was extremely high... so high, in fact, that any other bank in the world wouldn't even consider funding a project with a risk that high. ... Again, the risk factor of loans was not even an issue. ... This, as was thought, would lower the risk-premium on dollar-denominated debt. ... These short-term liabilities accounted for 50% of the total foreign debt in the Asian nations involved in the crisis (and in a few nations, over 100...

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Regardless, consumers are still purchasing numerous SUV's, and in time global warming and other dangerous gases will accumulate causing a risk to everyone on the planet. ... One of the main reasons consumers purchase SUV's are that they like the vehicle's massive size and high profile because it gives them better visibility over traffic and a feeling of better safety if ever involved in a wreck. ... The Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued its first ever ratings for the rollover risk of vehicles, from least likely to most likely to roll over. ... I however fee...

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Divorce has an affect on everyone involved not just the two individuals who are choosing to dissolve the marriage. ... There is great loss, with grief, sadness, and confusion for the children involved. ... Fourth, children must deal with all their feelings involved in the divorce, including blame. ... Although divorce is devastating for all who are involved, we must be careful when labeling the children involved. ... Another interesting finding was that anyone from a family with high parental conflict, whether divorced or not, perceived their own relationship as a high risk (Johnston & Tho...

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He started off with the positive recent economic activity for the past two years: a vibrant housing market; risk spreads and the price of oil fell sharply; stock prices rose; tax cuts; real GDP increased; possibility of the labor market stabilizing; rise in productivity. ... For that we as voters must be involved in the process to protect all of our own interest. ...

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They may also buy or sell currencies with a view to speculate or trade in currencies to the extent permitted by the exchange control regulations.( In India corporates can take exposures in foreign currency only if they are exposed to genuine risk on account of foreign rate movement viz. they can't take exposures for speculative purposes) • Commercial Banks which exchange currencies to meet client requirements viz travel, dividend, remittances, capital remittances, loan remittances etc. they may operate on its own. ...

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Breast implants can be a serious threat because, there many health risk involved. ... They have to take into consideration; the different types of breast implants, the many costs, the actual procedure and the health risks size effects that may occur. ... (Silicone Holocaust: Risks of Surgery, [http://members, tripod.com/justice/FDAconcerns.html] 9 FEB 2002 Beauty doesn't come cheap! ... Women were told that if saline (a salt filled solution) leaked out there would be no risk because the salt water would simply move through the body and out through their urine. ... The reports included...

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"I am clear that the best chance of saving Linda's life was to go ahead, recognizing that any operation was fraught with risk for all those involved and success was by no means guaranteed," he said. ...

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Steroids in Sports, Good or Bad Steroids in today's society are used by more athletes than in any other era because of the benefits; however, there are also dangers in steroid use. In addition, many people believe the muscle gain resulting from steroids provides an unethical edge over opponents...

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The ban on steroid use in sports must be continued and fortified, not only is the health of our athletes and upcoming athletes at risk, but it goes against the values of competition itself. ... Many dangers are involved with taking steroids. ... Despite these risks among many others, athletes continue to use drugs. ...

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Divorce is a painful experience to go through for everyone who is involved. ... "Adults and children are at increased risk for mental and physical problems due to marital distress" (Fincham, Grych, & Osborne, 1993). ...

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You are more likely to be a binge drinker if you are white, in a fraternity/sorority, or if you are involved in sports. ... The Harvard study then said that the risk of death is 21 to 28 percent lower among moderate drinkers compared to non-drinkers. ...

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I. A Booming Economy A. The Automobile Drives Prosperity 1. Ford Pioneers Mass Production a. Ford did not originate the ideas of mass production b. Early in the century, only city dwellers could afford cars. c. Ransom Olds had introduced a less expensive car, the Oldsmobile in 1901. d. Ford hired...

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This cooperation between countries is not limited to simple unsophisticated decision levels, on the contrary nations get so much involved into the framework of other nations especially in the starting phase of globalization. ... Yet this will create a situation of great interdependence between nations to over come the unemployment problem, this also implies that employment levels are put at risk depending on any shock in the world economy. ...

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During these weekly classes, DARE officers taught the following: Personal safety practices; Drug use and misuse; Consequences of using and not using drugs; Resisting pressures to use drugs; Resistance techniques-ways to say no; Building self-esteem; Assertiveness; Managing stress without using drugs; Media influences on drug use; Decision making and risk taking; Alternatives to drug use; Other activities; Officer-planned lesson; Role modeling; Project DARE summary; Taking a stand when pressured to use drugs; and Assembly and graduation (Lundman 2001). ... Once eight comparable studies were ...

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IMPORTANCE IN THE SOCIETY Reaping the benefits for the economy The benefits from the widespread adoption of telecommuting are threefold: • the elimination of the tremendous waste involved in congestion, the effects of commuting, and pollution • the improvements in productivity which promote competitiveness and growth • the development of a high-skill workforce which is ahead of the field in working and trading over electronic networks. ... Reduced risk of commuting accident. ... Less risk of spillage pollution. ...

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This essay discusses many important events of US history from the 70s to the present day THIS TOOK ME FOREVER TO RESEARCH AND THEN WRITE, ENJOY! OHH AND IT WAS AN A+ 70s The Watergate incident was named after the office complex it took place in. Which at the time was the Democratic Party's ca...

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