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20. Internet experts are advising computer users to replace their software if they suspect it has been tampered with. C ? For most people, any reference to hypnosis brings to mind images of individuals involved in amusing, and often out of character, behavior. However, hypnosis is also a topic of scientific research. Research by scientists over the last few decades has revealed ways in which memory processes, and processes involved in pain perception can be changed using hypnosis. It has also been found that hypnotic suggestions can regulate activity in identifiable sections of the brain and can contribute to the effective management of cognitive conflict. Findings from several related brain imaging studies, for example, have suggested that people under hypnosis cab exhibit reduced level of brain activity in both visual area and the anterior cingulate cortex. Disparate research has already established the role of these brain structures in the monitoring the cognitive conflict. Workers are becoming increasingly concerned about company relocation due to its association with employee distress and isolation, which can be caused by issues such as the management of property transitions and loss of community ties. Furthermore, moving home can put a strain on worker’s financial resources and close relationships, especially for those working parents who may feel guilty about moving children to new schools. Regardless of the disruption(中断) created, some individuals are very willing to relocate, due to the potential for enhanced career prospects and long-term financial stability. Some people may feel guilty about the consequences of relocating. T Company relocation has increased. C The potential benefits of job relocation are seen, by some, to be worth the associated distress and strain. T Political, economic and demographic developments are combining to increase the wealth of individuals leading economies. These individuals take a much more active role in managing their personal financial affairs and in determining how their assets should be invested for their long-term benefit. As a result, we are seeing the emergence of a new market, consisting of so-called “affluent individuals”. This structural trend is set to continue and will provide significant opportunities for financial services providers. This band of individuals has traditionally been dominated by old money inheritance, and this will remain a factor, but the rise of new affluent money is increasing as individuals benefit from higher salaries and compensation in the form of stock options. These new affluent individuals are also creating wealth as small business entrepreneurs. Affluent individuals want to manage their own assets rather than use financial service providers. C Individuals cannot become “affluent” through inheriting old money. F Inherited old money will be completely replaced by new affluent money. F At the moment of GTC, like other European producers, is able to relieve at least some of its
over-capacity by exporting, partly to Central America. A decade from now, that region will be