Need help with my writing homework on Construction op analysis class (R13. Write a 250 word paper answering; Assignment R13 Reading Articles Questions and Answers MULTIPLE CHOICE According to the Article ‘Regression-Based Prediction Methods for Adjusting Construction Cost Estimates by Project Location’, the choice of the relevant attributes for WEKA (Waikato Environment for Knowledge Analysis) Global Regression Analysis is based on.

a) Conditional Nearest Neighbor Method (CNN)

b) Spatial non-stationary in regression model

c) M5 model tree-based selection method

d) Inverse Distance Weighted Method (IDW).

Answer:

c). M5 model tree-based selection method

2. MULTIPLE CHOICE

According to the Article ‘Role of Simulation in Construction Engineering and Management’, the author’s own experience shows that simulation is most effective in the following situations EXCEPT.

a) When there is no anticipation and evidence of repetition.

b) When problems are characterized by uncertainty

c) When problems are technically or methodically complex.

d) When flexibility in modeling logic and knowledge is required to formulate a model.

Answer:

a). When there is no anticipation and evidence of repetition.

3. FILL BLANKS

In reference to the article ‘Data Mining for Fun and Profit’, Predictive models are important in ___________where often one is concerned with the possibility of manipulating practices so as to _____________. In general, of the customer base, _____________ of them followed the transaction. However, we were able to identify a subgroup of _______ of the customer base that had _________chance of exhibiting the transaction pattern.

ANSWER:

In reference to the article ‘Data Mining for Fun and Profit’, Predictive models are important in commercial applications where often one is concerned with the possibility of manipulating practices so as to increase sales. In general, of the customer base, 12.5% of them followed the transaction. However, we were able to identify a subgroup of 10% of the customer base that had 43% chance of exhibiting the transaction pattern.

Works Cited

AbouRizk, Simaan. “Role of Simulation in Construction Engineering and Management.”&nbsp.Journal of construction engineering and management&nbsp.136.10&nbsp.(2010): 1140-1153. Print.

Hand, David&nbsp.J., Gordon Blunt, Mark&nbsp.G. Kelly, and Niall&nbsp.M. Adams. “Data Mining for Fun and Profit.”&nbsp.Statistical Science&nbsp.15.2&nbsp.(2000): 111-131. Print.

Migliaccio, Giovanni&nbsp.C., Michele Guindani, Su Zhang, and Sudipta Ghorai. “Regression-based Prediction Methods for Adjusting Construction cost Estimates by Project Location.”&nbsp.3rd International/9th Construction Specialty Conference&nbsp.(2011): Print.

I need some assistance with these assignment. discipleship in mark Thank you in advance for the help! As Jesus was walking beside the lake, a big crowd came and he started his teachings to them. As he continued the walk, he saw the son of Alpheus, Levi siting at the booth of the tax collectors. He asked him to follow. Levi left what he was doing and followed. That day, he ate at Levis house with tax collectors and sinners. When the Pharisees saw him they asked the disciples why he was eating together with sinners. Jesus responded to that by telling them that he did not come for the righteous but the sinners.

Jesus and the disciples came to Jericho. As Jesus and his disciples, collected with a big crowd, were coming out of the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus, was sitting by the wayside pleading for help. &nbsp.When he got that it was Jesus, he began to shout so that Jesus, Son of David, could have mercy on him2. &nbsp.Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more. Jesus told them to leave the blind man. Jesus then asked what he wanted. He needed sight. Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.

The main factor that is brought out by Jesus as the key hindrance and difficulty in discipleship is wealth. Jesus had a lot to say in regard to discipleship and wealth. The main themes that he brought about making discipleship to be difficult is due to distractions, foolishness, hindrance and testing of the hear3t. In terms of foolishness, there was consideration of wealth and forfeit his life. In the book of Mark there is reasoning on what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit His life, foolish&nbsp.is storing treasure for self. not being rich toward God that wealth distracts a disciple from true priorities.

According to the gospel of mark, cares that are given to the world, delight that one has on the riches of the world and desires for things will choke the word that a disciple is to deliver to the people.&nbsp. From this there is difficulty for the rich to enter heaven as there is hindrance in the faith by wealth. Wealth is a difficulty in discipleship as tests the heart.&nbsp. In the gospel of mark, an example is given where a poor widow contributes more than a wealthy person as they contribute out of abundance but not the faith that they have in the word.&nbsp. In the gospel in Mark 7:9-13, supporting extended family financially is affirmed.

Write a 6 pages paper on community church at murphy’s landing. Normal church services held on Sundays begin at 9:30 AM and there are different services for different individuals, for example, there are services for students, parents, and children. The church members are very friendly. At my visit, the church members surrounded me after the service and each of them greeted me warmly and provided their contact information. I encountered the son of one of the senior members of the church who works in one of the most famous firms in Saudi Arabia and we interacted broadly and we got to know each other deeply. I could offer help where necessary or other where I could and especially on Christian topics. The mission in The Community Church at Murphys Landing (CCML) equips one with virtues such as loving, it makes one grow spiritually and it also a knowing mission. The mission of this church lives to its best by praying and worshipping together as a community of believers and they grow together in spiritual maturity. Education, prayer cell groups, treating each other as brother and sister, and discipleship are the factors that aid in their togetherness of the mission. Besides, they undertake outreaches both individually or by the church throughout the world and other churches just to spread the good news. They also participate in global missions to spread Christ’s love throughout the world.

The church started was started in 1906 as a community church of Greenwood. It is located in Harding Indianapolis, IN 4621, and 7401S. It is also an independent community plan and surrounded by people of the middle&nbsp.class. One doesn’t need to attend all the meetings and events of the church to become a member. Everyone is welcome though all church members seem to be related since they all come from the same ancestry.

Write 2 pages thesis on the topic gangs & gang behavior. There are varying theories about the existence of gangs. Include to the list the following theories: social disorganization, cultural norms of the lower class, subculture of violence, routine activities, multiple marginalizations, interactional, reaction formation, differential opportunity, underclass and conflict (Howell, 2012). These theories have varying explanation as to why security threat groups, or gangs, acting in unity to undermine the safety of the public, exist. One familiar security threat group is the Mexican Mafia from California.

Who are they

This group is a criminal prison organization in the US, instituted at first in order to protect the members from other prison gangs. The founder of the gang was a member of Hispanic gang, who was properly oriented and influence by gang warfare. They adhere to the essence of brotherhood, for it is something that could provide them the protection they deserve while they are incarcerated.

Race/ethnicity

It is undeniably true that the gang has been largely affected or influenced by Hispanic culture, because of the orientation of its founder. The founder was a Hispanic, adhering to the principles and cultural beliefs of the Hispanic culture. However, as time goes by, the gang has become home to individuals or members coming from diverse culture. However, each member has the chance to tolerate the set culture for the group.

Where did they start

As stated, the gang was instituted by Hispanic prisoners. The inception of this group was made possible within the four walls of the correction centre that has become home to thousands of inmates of varying criminal records.

Current leadership

On the other hand, it has been noted that the gang is said to have no one presiding leader, but the entire group has the go signal to go for murders and other various criminal activities.

Organization and structure

As time goes by, the gang has been known as the Mexican Mafia, which split into two groups, the other is adhering to the old philosophy of the gang and the other one considers the group as the New Mexican Mafia. The Mexican Mafia, a Hispanic gang, adheres to the value of alliance, due to the existing rivals with other gangs. This is solely for the purpose of protecting the members from other rivals.

By laws and constitution

The gang has important rules to follow. Homosexuality, snitching, cowardly, fighting among members, disrespecting, stealing and interfering are not acceptable to them. There is no formal constitution within the gang, but for as long as the set rules are met, they are all well with their prevailing system.

Blood in blood out

So far, there is no any hint that the gang are blood in and blood out. In fact, as already stated, there were two prevailing groups for the Mexican Mafia. The new existing gang to separate from the original group has given the chance to choose the principles they should follow, without having so much risk about being killed for separating from the gang’s originally adhered principles.

Members

It turns out that anyone of the prisoners can have the chance to become the member, for as long as the laws or the rules that are stated earlier are clearly followed. Aside from this, the group has no substantial high requirements for being part of the group, aside from the fact that each one should protect each member’s interest or welfare.

Criminal activity

The Mexican Mafia has been noted for being notorious within the correctional system of the US. Each member is willing to go for a kill, as far as protecting the welfare is concerned. When push comes to shove, they will never hesitate to kill, and should not wait for a go signal from the higher rank or at least, some of their members.

Allies and rivals

It is noted that the Mexican Mafia has become an ally of almost all Hispanic gangs in Southern California. However, there are also its various rivals in the prison system, including but may not be limited to Aryan Brotherhood, Nuestra Familia, Black Guerrilla Family and the Bloods and crips (Abadinsky, 2010. Florida Department of Corrections).

References

Abadinsky, H. (2010). Organized crime (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadesworth Publishing.

Florida Department of Corrections.Gang and Security Threat Group Awareness. Retrieved from http://www.dc.state.fl.us/pub/gangs/prison2.html

Howell, J. C. (2012). Gangs in America’s Communities. London: SAGE.

Complete 12 pages APA formatted article: East Timor Question. In addition, the real GDP growth was 10.2% in the year 2012, one of the highest in the world2. Despite all these positive indicators, it is rather surprising to see that the country is the third-worst place in the world to live in because of the high degree of poverty and unrest3. This work intends to identify the factors that prevent East Timor from growing politically and economically.

An important factor behind the political instability in East Timor is the large number of actors and viewpoints in politics, making it difficult to have a coherent policy position. According to Kingsbury, the political spectrum in East Timor is divided into two broad categories. those in favor of, and those against, independence from Indonesia. However, these groups include a large number of actors and viewpoints, and hence, even now, it is difficult for them to have a coherent policy position4.

Kingsbury believes this volatile situation is the reason behind the 2006 crisis in the nation5. The 2006 crisis had its beginning in the military of East Timor (F-FDTL). The military consisted soldiers from both eastern and western parts of the country. While easterners were the majority in the military and members of FRETILIN, the guerrilla force against Indonesia, the westerners were minority in the military, and were disliked in the army for their not-so-hard attitude towards Indonesia. In addition, there were conflicts between the military and the police force that consisted mainly of westerners and former members of the Indonesian military6.

Slightly differing from this viewpoint, the International Crisis group identifies reasons for this clash within the political administration7. The then President Xanana Gusmao and the Prime Minister Mari Alkatiri were rivals and wanted to sack each other.