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This study examines a critical perspective on the concept of rationality, which has long been regarded as the primary foundation of logical and objective decision-making. Using a qualitative approach through a literature study method, this research explores the integration of psychological, philosophical, and socio-cultural dimensions in understanding the limitations and complexities of human rationality. The findings reveal that rationality is not entirely neutral or free from bias. The psychological perspective highlights the influence of cognitive biases such as confirmation bias and anchoring effect, which often turn rationality into a justification for emotionally driven decisions. From a philosophical standpoint, David Hume’s argument that “reason is the slave of the passions” emphasizes the subordination of reason to emotion, while Horkheimer and Adorno reveal how modern rationality has evolved into an instrument of domination through ideologies of efficiency and control. In the socio-cultural dimension, rationality is shown to be non-universal, shaped by specific cultural and historical contexts, as exemplified by Max Weber’s concept of the “iron cage,” describing how individuals become trapped within bureaucratic systems of rationalization. The study concludes that classical rationality, characterized by its deterministic and calculative nature, is inherently bounded and insufficient to address the uncertainty and complexity of the modern world. Therefore, a new paradigm of rationality is needed—one that is integrative, reflective, and humanistic, combining logic with emotional, ethical, and social dimensions to produce decisions that are not only rational but also just and humane.

This study aims to analyze the implementation of audit procedures on the cash account in nonprofit organizations, specifically in the P Educational Foundation, conducted by the Public ccounting Firm Djoko Soerjadi. The research employs a qualitative approach with the P Educational Foundation as the object of study. Primary data were obtained through direct observation during the audit process. The resulty indicate that the applied audit procedures include the determination of materiality levels, preparation of audit working papers, reconciliation of cash balances between financial statements and the general ledger, examination of bank statements, and the sending of bank confirmation letters. All cash audit procedures were carried out systematically and in accordance with applicable auditing standars in Indoensia. Theses findings suggest that the audit procedures performed by the Public Accounting Firm Djoko Soerjadi were conducted professionally and contributed to ensuring the transparency and accountability of the P Educational Foundation’s financial statements.

This study aimed to analyze teacher conversations in the “Descriptive Text” learning video from MAS Ponpes Darul Qur'an using Sinclair and Coulthard's discourse model. With a qualitative descriptive design, data were collected through video observation and transcribed to identify exchanges, movements, and actions in classroom interactions. The results show that the Initiation–Response–Follow-up (IRF) structure dominates classroom discourse, with teachers taking most of the initiative through questions, explanations, and directions, while students generally provide brief and limited responses. Teacher follow-ups are mostly evaluative, using praise and confirmation, which helps maintain motivation but does not expand student cooperation. The discussion highlights that while this teacher-centered approach ensures clarity, structure, and regularity, it also limits opportunities for students to provide longer and more creative responses. The study concludes that teacher talk has a dual role: as a facilitator of learning and as an obstacle when it is too dominant. More varied strategies, such as open-ended questions and in-depth feedback, are recommended to create a more interactive and student-centered classroom environment.

This study aims to synthesize the literature on cognitive bias in auditor decision-making from 2015–2025. Using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method guided by the PRISMA framework, 50 scientific articles were systematically analyzed. A multi-level analysis was conducted to identify dominant types of biases, their influencing factors at the individual, organizational, and institutional levels, and effective mitigation strategies. The findings reveal four primary cognitive biases: anchoring, confirmation, overconfidence, and availability bias. Factors influencing the emergence of these biases include auditor experience and professional skepticism (micro-level), time pressure and organizational culture (meso-level), as well as professional regulations and the adoption of technology like AI (macro-level), which gives rise to automation bias. Identified mitigation strategies include bias-awareness training, the use of decision support tools, and strengthening professional skepticism through a supportive organizational culture. This review provides a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of cognitive bias and offers practical implications for the development of training programs, professional policies, and audit system design in the digital era to enhance audit quality and objectivity.

This study aims to explain the procedure for processing the Notice of Readiness (NOR) document for coal-carrying vessels at PT. Armada Lintas Baruna Bandar Lampung and to identify the consequences that occur when the NOR is submitted late or contains inaccuracies. As vessels from international shipping companies frequently call at Indonesian ports to transport coal abroad, companies must continuously improve service efficiency and reliability to support national shipping and trade performance. PT. Armada Lintas Baruna plays a key role in managing export vessels, particularly coal carriers, from loading ports to their country destinations, and the NOR serves as a crucial document through which the Ship Master declares that the vessel is fully prepared to load or discharge cargo during the charter period. The NOR service process includes several stages: verification of vessel readiness by the agent, preparation and submission of the NOR document, verification by the port authority, issuance of NOR confirmation, and document closing. Delays or errors in NOR submission can disrupt the vessel’s operational schedule, potentially causing financial losses for shipowners through demurrage charges. This paper employs both field research and library research to provide an in-depth understanding of the NOR service mechanism.

This study aims to determine the role of work-life balance in mediating the effect of self-efficacy on turnover intention. The research employed a saturated sampling technique with a sample of 112 employees. The method used was a survey method with questionnaires and interviews, analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential  statistical analysis with SEM-PLS. The results of this study indicate that self-efficacy has a negative effect on turnover intention. Self-efficacy has a positive and significant effect on work-life balance. Work-life balance negatively affects turnover intention. Furthermore, work-life balance is able to mediate the effect of self-efficacy on turnover intention. The theoretical implication of this research is a confirmation of attribution theory and its relation to the research variables. The practical implication provides alternative solutions to the problem of turnover intention. The recommendation given is that the Faculty of Economics and Business, Udayana University, should provide psychological support and a conducive work environment to enhance employees’ self-efficacy, while also developing flexible work policies that support work-life balance through workload management, rest periods, and a work culture that respects personal life.

This study aims to analyze the satisfaction level of Generation Z visitors at the Serang City Regional Library using Expectation Confirmation Theory (ECT). This theory explains that satisfaction is formed when the actual service meets or exceeds user expectations. The research employed a descriptive quantitative approach with a survey technique, involving 89 respondents aged 17–28 years, selected purposively. The data were collected using a questionnaire with a 1–4 Likert scale and analyzed univariately. The results show that the majority of Generation Z visitors are satisfied with the library services, with 85.4% expressing satisfaction, while 14.6% expressed dissatisfaction. The factors contributing the most to satisfaction were staff friendliness (58.4% reported being very satisfied), room comfort (59.6% reported being very satisfied), and the availability of basic facilities such as tables, chairs, and adequate lighting. However, dissatisfaction mainly stemmed from digital facilities. About 45% of respondents stated that the Wi-Fi connection was unstable, disrupting online information access. Additionally, 60% of respondents felt that the collection of the latest books was still limited, failing to meet the academic and current trends of Generation Z. These findings highlight the importance of improving digital services, enhancing internet network quality, and expanding the collection of up-to-date and popular books. Furthermore, staff competence in digital literacy needs to be enhanced to support the increasing digital needs of users. With these measures, the library is expected to not only maintain visitor satisfaction but also improve its relevance and loyalty in the digital era.

This study aimed to develop a simple acid-base reaction-based screening method for distinguishing between GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) and non-GMO soybeans as a practical alternative to expensive and expensive molecular methods. Twenty GMO soybean samples, 20 non-GMO samples, and three mixtures with ratios of 10%, 25%, and 50% were analyzed using 0.01–0.1 N HCl and 0.1 N NaOH solutions. Observation parameters included color change, pH, and absorbance using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer. The results showed that at a concentration of 0.01 N HCl, the color difference was most pronounced. The GMO sample solution showed a red color, while the non-GMO sample solution showed a green color. At higher concentrations, the differences became more subtle or difficult to distinguish. Validation using a PCR assay as the gold standard yielded sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of >95%, indicating the reliability of this method as an initial screening technique. This physicochemical approach is considered effective for rapid, inexpensive, and easily implemented screening in food industry laboratories, particularly for monitoring non-GMO soybean raw materials and preventing food fraud. Therefore, this acid-base method has the potential to be a practical alternative solution for industry and education in detecting indications of GMOs before further confirmation with molecular methods.

This study aims to analyze the authority structure between the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) and Regional Governments in managing coastal areas through marine spatial utilization following the enactment of Law Number 6 of 2023 concerning the Stipulation of Government Regulation in Lieu of Law Number 2 of 2022 concerning Job Creation into Law. The main instrument studied is the Confirmation of Conformity of Marine Spatial Utilization Activities (KKPRL), which functions as a licensing instrument and a control mechanism to ensure that marine spatial utilization activities remain directed, integrated, and aligned with the principles of ecological, social, and economic sustainability. The research approach used is a juridical-empirical approach with a qualitative descriptive analysis method. Through this approach, the research not only examines legal norms but also captures the practice of implementing authority in the field. The results show that although the Job Creation Law is oriented towards simplifying business licensing, several problems remain that have implications for the effectiveness of coastal governance. These issues include disharmony between central and regional regulations, overlapping authority between the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKPRL) and regional governments, and weak synchronization between national policies and regional instruments such as the Coastal and Small Islands Zoning Plan (RZWP3K). In addition to regulatory constraints, this study also highlights institutional and technical aspects. Limited human resource capacity in the regions, a lack of understanding of KKPRL procedures, and minimal inter-agency coordination hamper the effectiveness of coastal management. These conditions result in slow investment realization, conflicts over spatial use, and potential coastal environmental degradation. Therefore, this study recommends a strategy for harmonizing authority through improving vertical-horizontal coordination, strengthening the institutional capacity of regional governments, and developing derivative regulations consistent with the principles of good governance.

This study explores the legal consequences of bankruptcy on reciprocal agreements made prior to the debtor’s declaration of bankruptcy, as governed by Law Number 37 of 2004 on Bankruptcy and Suspension of Debt Payment Obligations. In the event of bankruptcy, control and management of the debtor's assets are transferred to a curator, which can alter the implementation of reciprocal agreements that have not been fully or partially fulfilled. According to Article 36 of Law No. 37/2004, parties who have agreements with the debtor can request confirmation regarding the continuation of the agreement from the curator within a specified period. If the curator decides not to continue, the agreement is terminated, and the other party has the right to claim compensation and will be recognized as a concurrent creditor. This study also examines the legal protection available to the parties involved, as well as the practical implications for legal and business relationships after a bankruptcy decision is made. The findings demonstrate that bankruptcy significantly affects the performance of reciprocal agreements, necessitating adjustments to the rights and obligations of all parties based on the provisions of the Bankruptcy Law. These adjustments are essential to ensuring justice and legal certainty for all parties involved in such agreements, balancing the interests of creditors, debtors, and other stakeholders. Ultimately, the study emphasizes the importance of understanding the legal framework surrounding bankruptcy and its consequences on ongoing contractual relationships, as well as the need for a fair and transparent process in dealing with claims and obligations post-bankruptcy.

Traditional salted fish is a widely consumed food product in Indonesia due to its high shelf life and distinctive flavor. However, the production process, which is generally carried out conventionally and openly, has the potential to cause contamination by pathogenic microbes, which can endanger consumer health. This study aims to identify and analyze the presence of pathogenic microorganisms in traditional salted fish products through a microbiological approach. Salted fish samples were taken from various traditional markets and analyzed using microbial culture methods, biochemical identification, and molecular confirmation for pathogenic bacteria such as Salmonella spp., Vibrio spp., Escherichia coli, and Staphylococcus aureus. The results showed that most contained pathogenic bacteria exceeding the threshold set by SNI and BPOM, indicating weak sanitation and hygiene control in the processing process. These findings emphasize the importance of implementing hygiene standards and quality control in the home industry of salted fish processing. Furthermore, environmental factors such as sea air quality, drying methods, the use of unclean containers, and minimal knowledge of business actors regarding hygiene practices are the main causes of contamination. In some locations, salted fish is dried directly on the ground or on unsterilized surfaces, increasing the risk of exposure to dust, insects, and microorganisms. The study also found that labeling and date information were not available on most products, making it difficult for consumers to assess their safety. As a preventative measure, educating producers and providing training on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) is crucial. Collaboration between the Health Office, the Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM), and local governments is also recommended to conduct regular inspections and provide food safety certification facilities for small businesses.

The rapid development of information and communication technology has opened up significant opportunities to enhance service efficiency in various fields, including the beauty industry. Soraaya Studio, which offers a range of beauty services, currently still manages appointment scheduling manually. This manual system leads to several challenges, such as difficulties in efficient schedule management, data duplication, recording errors, and disorganization in the service reservation process. Furthermore, communication with customers regarding schedule confirmation becomes less effective. With the increasing number of customers, this manual scheduling system is no longer able to meet the growing complexity of operational needs.To address these issues, a web-based appointment scheduling system has been designed, which is integrated and user-friendly. This system is built using the PHP programming language with a MySQL database and features a responsive interface, making it easily accessible from various devices, including desktops and mobiles. Key functionalities provided include real-time creation, modification, and cancellation of appointments, management of service availability, and automated notifications via email or text messages to customers and studio staff. The implementation of this system aims to improve the accuracy and speed of the scheduling process, reduce manual errors, and facilitate schedule monitoring by management and staff, thereby enabling Soraaya Studio to provide a more professional and satisfying service to its customers.

An heir whose whereabouts are unknown refers to a person presumed missing, with no confirmation of life or death. This thesis examines the juridical settlement of inherited assets under civil law, focusing on Case Study Decision Number: 200/Pdt.P/2023/PN Jkt.Tim. The research employs a normative legal method, analyzing statutory regulations (law in book). According to Article 463 of the Civil Code, an heir whose whereabouts cannot be confirmed still retains inheritance rights, supported further by Article 467. However, if the court officially declares the missing person as deceased, their legal status as an heir ceases, and their position is transferred to a substitute heir. This substitution is governed by Article 841 of the Civil Code, which assigns all rights and obligations of the original heir to the replacement. Importantly, the substitute heir may only assume control of the inherited assets after a court decision has declared the original heir legally missing or deceased. Without such a ruling, no transfer or control of inheritance can occur. This ensures legal certainty and protects the rights of all parties involved in the inheritance process.

This study aims to assess passenger satisfaction with the Travelin application at Banyuwangi International Airport. Developed by PT Angkasa Pura II, the app offers features such as TravelinPass, a biometric-based electronic boarding system. Although implemented, many passengers are still unfamiliar with its optimal use. A quantitative approach was applied using surveys distributed to 196 users. The questionnaire was based on five satisfaction indicators: expectation, performance, comparison, experience, and confirmation. The results showed an overall satisfaction score of 2.37 on a 1–4 Likert scale, indicating a “low satisfaction” category. Key issues include limited user knowledge and underperformance of services. These findings highlight the need for improved user education, feature enhancements, and user interface development to maximize the app’s benefits for passengers.

Critical values ​​in an examination indicate a disorder that requires special and rapid action to improve patient safety. Urea examination is one of the laboratory parameters that functions as an indicator in assessing the level of kidney function. Urea levels are considered critical if the results exceed 100 mg/dl. This study aims to understand how to handle critical values ​​in urea examinations. This study describes a case in the field of clinical chemistry related to critical results obtained from urea examinations. The object of the case study used in this study was a serum sample, with data showing a critical urea level of 185 mg/dl. Based on the confirmation results, this figure is in accordance with the condition of patients who have kidney failure and will undergo hemodialysis therapy. The conclusion of this study shows that handling critical values ​​in urea examinations is carried out by identifying patient identity and ensuring good sample quality. In addition, the sample testing process must be carried out carefully and precisely, control results must be optimal, the reagents used must have the appropriate temperature and not expired, and the equipment must be properly maintained and calibrated. Finally, confirmation and reporting of results must be carried out accurately and on time.

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease that attacks the skin and can occur at any age with various clinical variations. The diagnosis is generally made clinically, but in atypical cases a biopsy is required for confirmation. The combination of clinical and histopathological examination provides more accurate diagnosis results. This study aims to assess the suitability of clinical diagnosis and histopathological examination results in psoriasis vulgaris in Semarang Regency. This cross-sectional observational study was conducted by the department of dermatology, venereology and aesthetics at Diponegoro University. A total of 10 samples were clinically diagnosed as psoriasis vulgaris or other morphological types of psoriasis vulgaris at a Dermatology Polyclinic in Semarang Regency, over a period of 2 years. The clinical manifestations of 10 cases with a clinical diagnosis of psoriasis vulgaris assessed from the typical predilection and the presence of scaly plaques tended to be consistent with the histopathological diagnosis but were not statistically significant. Concordance between clinical diagnosis and histopathological diagnosis was observed in 8 (80%) cases and discordance in 2 (20%) cases. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that there is a high level of agreement (80%) between clinical diagnosis and histopathological features in cases of psoriasis vulgaris.

This study explores the application of English education focused on the topic of body parts, utilising musical resources as a supplementary tool for students in class IV-D at SDN 060871 Medan Timur. The research method used is quantitative with an experimental design through pre-test and post-test to determine the effectiveness of song media in improving English vocabulary mastery. The research results showed that before the application of song media, student learning outcomes were in the poor category with a completeness level of 54.54%. After implementing song media, there was an increase in student learning outcomes until they reached a completion level of 90.90%. This demonstrates that utilising music can aid learners in grasping and retaining English vocabulary with greater efficiency. Apart from that, the results of the confirmation questionnaire also showed that the majority of students gave positive responses to the application of song media in learning English. Therefore, song media can be used as an alternative learning method that is interesting and effective in improving student learning outcomes in mastering English vocabulary.

Indonesia is a maritime country, so there is a lot of movement of goods, animals, and people by sea which is accommodated through ship transportation. This causes the ship agency company to be quite an important role in serving the movement of ship transportation in maritime countries. In this paper explains the role of agency in supporting ship operations at PT. Jalur Niaga Nusantara Morowali Branch which aims to find out the problems that arise and efforts to overcome the problems faced during agency activities. In this study, the authors used qualitative research methods so as to conduct research through observation, interviews and documentation on ship agency activities. The results of this study indicate the emergence of problems such as complaints from the consignee after all documents for unloading goods have been completed and signed, this causes obstacles to ship agents to continue agency activities for the next ship because they have to resolve consignee complaints that arise after the agency process is complete. In addition, there is also a delay in ship departure caused by waiting for the issuance of the Sailing Approval Letter. Through this research, efforts that can be made are by providing confirmation to the consignee regarding complaints that arise after all documents and agency activities have been completed are declared to be the responsibility of the consignee and improving good relations with the Port Operator Unit and monitoring ship departure services to avoid delays in issuing the Sailing Approval Letter.

Waru leaves (Hibiscus tiliaceus) are one of the herbal plants that grow well in Indonesia. Empirically, waru leaves have many benefits for treating flu, accelerating the maturation of boils, tonsillitis, and can be used as a hair fertilizer. This study aims to determine the content of waru leaves (Hibiscus tiliaceus). Waru leaves (Hibiscus tiliaceus) are extracted by maceration with methanol solvent. The extraction results then go through a color reaction compound test process and confirmation test. Testing of color reaction compounds includes steroids, saponins, flavonoids, alkaloids, and tannins. This study aims to analyze the chemical compound content contained in waru leaves (Hibiscus tiliaceus) extracted using methanol solvent. This research method includes maceration extraction and chemical compound screening tests using chemical reagents. The results showed that waru leaves extracted using methanol solvent contain steroids, alkaloids, tannins, and saponins. It can be concluded that the chemical compounds contained in hibiscus leaves (Hibiscus tiliaceus) are relevant to human health.

Handling of Export Ocean Freight is one of the services of PT ICT Logistik Surabaya Branch in shipping goods using. The objectives of this study are: 1. to describe the process of handling export ocean freight, 2. to describe efforts to resolve where customers feel that the handling of ocean freight activities is less than optimal, especially when processing their documents. This research was conducted at PT ICT Logistik Indonesia Surabaya Branch from February 2024 to May 2024. This research method uses a descriptive qualitative research method. Data collection techniques: observation, interviews, literature studies. The data collected is then subjected to data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. While the information used by researchers is operational staff and business development staff. The results of this study are Handling of Export Ocean Freight at PT ICT Logistik Indonesia Surabaya Branch, namely: 1. Handling of export ocean freight such as: a. Requesting SI from Shipper, b. Sending SI to Shipping for booking space, c. Obtaining proof of B/C or D/O, d. Drafting of B/L documents is done with the shipper until confirmation of approval, e. after that the ocean freight shipment is completed, and what are the documents needed such as: a. (Shipping Instruction) SI, b. (Delivery Order) D/O, c. (Booking Confirmation) B/C, d. (Bill of Loading) B/L, e. Invoice. 2. How are the efforts to resolve where customers feel that the handling of ocean freight activities is not optimal, especially when processing documents such as: services offered during ocean freight activities, especially document processing so that shippers get maximum service, namely: a. providing Telex release Bill Of Loading services, b. providing House B/L creation services at relatively affordable rates.