Assignment DetailsUnderstanding how a product is distributed enables customers to learn how to obtain the product. Marketers look to create channels of distribution that reach the targeted customer in the most efficient manner.Select a company and product that you regularly use, and describe the main distribution channel that the company uses to distribute the product.Why do you believe that the company has selected to use this distribution channel?Responses to PeersRead through your peers' posts, and respond to a minimum of 2 of your peers. You can connect to your peers in several ways, including the following:Explain why you either agree or disagree with their original post.What other distribution channels could the identified company use to distribute its products?In your own words, please post a response to the Discussion Board and comment on other postings. You will be graded on the quality of your postings.For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.Discussion Board Reminders: Must have three posts: A Main Post and two replies to peers.First post: Either your main post or a reply to others must be posted before midnight CT (Central time) on Friday of each week.Second and third post: Must be posted on a different day from the first post.Connect to Content: At least one post must refer to course learning materials. See the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards for help with connecting to the content.Engaging in Class Discussions: For more information on making the most of your class dialog, review the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards. Grading RubricAssignment CriteriaProficient DescriptorPointsQuality of Main Post18 Points TotalStudent’s main post meets or exceeds the following requirements:Responds completely to all of parts of discussion question (5 points)Communicates content information accurately and/or logically (5 points)Delivers a thoughtful response demonstrating insights and reflections (4 points)Connects to both key content concepts and personal experiences (4 points)/18pts.Response to Peers16 PointsTotalResponds to a minimum of two peers (8 points per response)Substantive response (4 points)Furthers the conversation with peers. Examples could include (4 points):Provides additional resourcesConnects to key conceptsShares personal or professional experiencesContributes new information or perspectivePresents a competing viewpoint/16 pts.Support from Learning Resources3 PointsTotalAt least one post refers to course learning resources./3 pts.Professional Writing3 pointsResponse is well-organized, clear, and free of grammatical and mechanical errors.Posts demonstrate courtesy and respect for others./3 pts.Total40 points possible/40 pts.

Review the CVP-graph PDF for more information on CVP graphs and how to read them. Assuming the graphs are drawn to the same scale, consider the break-even charts—cost-volume-profit (CVP) graphs—below for two competing providers operating in a fee-for-service environment. On the basis of your understanding of variable cost rate, per-unit revenue, contribution margin, fixed costs, and the CVP graphs above, answer the following questions:Explain how the CVP graphs would change if the providers were operating in a discounted fee-for-service environment.Explain how the CVP graphs would change in a capitated environment. Evaluate which provider is in the best position to grow its business.Provide reasons for and evidence in support of your responses.

For this assignment, due in Module Eight, you will submit the Rules of Financial Reporting component of your financial analysis (Critical Element IV). In this milestone, you will consider the following governmental and GAAP reporting requirements for what is mandated that Starbucks include in its financial statements: Why is the reporting of control procedures required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ control procedures? Why is the reporting of segment information required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ segment information? Why is the reporting of estimates and assumptions required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ reporting of estimates and assumptions? Why is the reporting of investments and fair value required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ investments and fair value reporting? And last: Why is the reporting of leases required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ lease structure? Justify your response to each question. Specifically, the following critical elements must be addressed: A. Why is the reporting of control procedures required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ control procedures? Justify your response. B. Why is the reporting of segment information required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ segment information? Justify your response. C. Why is the reporting of estimates and assumptions required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ reporting of estimates and assumptions? Justify your response. D. Why is the reporting of investments and fair value required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ investments and fair value reporting? Justify your response. E. Why is the reporting of leases required, and what information is disclosed about Starbucks’ lease structure? Justify your response. Guidelines for Submission: Milestone Three should adhere to the following formatting requirements: 2–3 pages (not including cover page or appendix), doublespaced, using 12-point Times New Roman font and the most current guidelines for APA formatting. Must correlate with the 2 attached files!