The aim of this instrumental study is to analyze the degree of equivalence between the construct of sensation seeking as measured by Sensation Seeking Scale form V, SSS-V and Arnett Inventory of Sensation Seeking, AISS. A structural equation model is employed in order to analyze the equivalence. The study includes 322 participants aged between 18 and 77. First, the equivalence between the SSS-V...

Chlamydia has a significant impact on public health provision in the developed world. Using pair approximation equations we investigate the efficacy of control programmes for chlamydia on short time scales that are relevant to policy makers. We use output from the model to estimate critical measures, namely, prevalence, incidence, and positivity in those screened and their partners. We combine ...

AISS (Adaptive Intelligent Sensing System), a real-time pattern recognition system with learning capability has been developed by OKK INC. AISS was designed on the concept that indispensable keys for intelligent sensing are the following three. a ) Real-time processing b ) Adaptivity c ) Real-time monitoring capability a ) Real-time processing b ) Adaptivity c ) Real-time monitoring capability ...

While much attention has been focused on the optimal ratio of a firm’s debt to equity, the “optimal” or best balance between bond financing and (longer-term) bank financing has scarcely been addressed. This essay examines the principal differences between an economy with a well-developed corporate bond market free from government interference and an economy in which bank financing plays a centr...

The question of whether private investors can discriminate between the risk taken by banks is empirically investigated by testing the risk sensitivity of European banks’ subordinated notes and debentures (SND) spreads. A unique dataset of spreads, ratings, accounting and market measures of bank risk is used for a sample of SND issued during the 1991-2000:Q1 period. Moody’s Bank Financial Streng...

This study investigates the factors that influence accounting information systems (AIS) adoption among accountants. Drawing on the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT), the task–technology fit (TTF) model and the institutional theory, we developed a research model for AIS adoption by accountants. Data was collected from 216 accountants and multiple linear regression was em...

Forensic Accounting is the domain of which curbs irregularity accounting practices as created by Creative Accounting. includes unique knowledge and vigilant skills utilized to combat financial fraud check up on deliberate in books accounts maintained under loopholes principles. This paper researches investigate dimension forensic its measures. The also emphasizes creative India, envisages probl...

Purpose - This study aims to formulate an Islamic household accounting model that should be part of the curriculum.Method The method used is grounded theory in constructivism. first step self-consciousness, then consideration participants, followed by data collection, coding, and building. Data were collected from 22 informants, 19 whom already married whose educational background who employed ...