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Dewi Rakhmawati; Ahmad Rizqullah; Muhammad Yasin; Ananda Marpaung; Agustina Siagan +10 more

Jurnal Pelaksanaan Pengabdian Bergerak bersama Masyarakat 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Kesehatan Indonesia

Stunting is a condition of impaired growth in children under five years of age due to chronic malnutrition, resulting in slower growth compared to their peers. Based on the Special Index Report on Stunting Management in Central Kalimantan Province for 2021-2022, it shows that almost every city and district has reached the index threshold but is indicated to be low or the index numbers are close to the lower limit. The IKPS (Special Stunting Management Index) for Kapuas Regency in 2021 reached 51.7 with a lower limit index of 47.0, categorized as poor, and in 2022 it only reached 49.2 with a lower limit index of 43.9, also categorized as poor. The KKN group designed several educational and nutritional intervention programs to increase community awareness and understanding of the importance of adequate and balanced nutritional intake. These programs include socialization about healthy eating patterns, counseling on the importance of nutrition for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, and the provision of healthy corn pudding. The output of this activity is demonstrated by the increased knowledge of participants about the importance of adequate nutrition.

Haery Fajri; Diah Gustiniati; Malicia Evendia

Jurnal Hukum, Pendidikan dan Sosial Humaniora 2024 Asosiasi Peneliti dan Pengajar Ilmu Hukum Indonesia

The implementation of the training of prisoners on the basis of the system of socialization aims to ensure that the prisoner becomes a good citizen of society, obeying the law, upholding moral, social and religious values, so as to a safe, orderly and peaceful life of the community in accordance with the Law No. 22 Year 2022 on Socialization. How is the application of the principles of women's marketing in construction at the Women's Marketing Institute of Class IIA in Bandar Lampung, how is the obstacle to the application in the Women ' s Marketing Institution of Class IIIA and how is it possible to overcome the obstacles to the implementation of the principle of women’s Marketing in construction in the women' s marketing institutions of Class IA in bandar Lampung? Data analysis using qualitative data analysis. The implementation of the principles of establishment on the construction of the Women's Marketing Institute of the IIA Class of Bandar Lampung refers to the existing procedures and has been implemented in accordance with the procedures existing, implemented the principle of establishing after passing through four stages, namely the orientation stage, the assimilation stage for the prisoners who have run less than 1/3 of the criminal period, the asimilation level for the inmates who have passed less than 1⁄2 of the penal period as well as the stage of integration with the community environment. The way to overcome the obstacles to the implementation of the principles of promotion in the construction of the Women's Marketing Institute of Class IIA in Bandar Lampung is by submitting the formation of additional female employees, maximizing the function of the female citizens' bloc officers, improving the quality of the staff or officers and adding the means and facilities in the building of women's citizens.

Bilqis Amelia Saathiya Putri; Dela Febrianti; Devi Nilam Sari; Dwi Wahyu Suciati; Faris Sahrur Rohman +5 more

Publikasi Hasil Pengabdian dan Kegiatan Masyarakat 2024 Asosiasi Periset Bahasa Sastra Indonesia

Stunting adalah masalah kurang gizi kronis yang disebabkan oleh kurangnya asupan gizi dalam waktu yang cukup lama, sehingga dapat menyebabkan gangguan pertumbuhan pada anak yakni tinggi badan anak lebih pendek (kerdil) dari standar tinggi badan anak seusianya. Dalam upaya menekan angka stunting yang ada di Kabupaten Jember, pemerintah daerah setempat bersama dengan beberapa Perguruan Tinggi mengadakan sebuah program Kuliah Kerja Nyata Kolaboratif Periode III tahun 2024. Dengan mengusung tema “Peran Perguruan Tinggi dalam Mewujudkan Ketahanan Pangan di Kabupaten Jember”. Salah satu program kerja yang dilaksanakan oleh mahasiswa kelompok 036 adalah sosialisasi yang berfokus pada pembuatan makanan tambahan sebagai upaya untuk menekan angka stunting yang ada di Desa Ambulu. Metode yang digunakan yaitu melalui tahap persiapan dan pelaksanaan sosialisasi. Hasil pelaksanaan kegiatan memberikan hasil positif yaitu meningkatkan pengetahuan dan inovasi para kader tentang pemberian makanan tambahan (PMT) untuk mencegah stunting dengan memanfaatkan olahan makanan dengan bahan yang mudah dijumpai sebagai penambah asupan gizi.

Fella Annisa Harahap; Muhammad Rifa’i; Yusuf Hadijaya

Jurnal Manajemen dan Pendidikan Agama Islam 2024 Asosiasi Riset Pendidikan Agama dan Filsafat Indonesia

This research aims to evaluate the influence of extracurricular activities on students' learning motivation at SMP Muhammadiyah 02 Medan. Extrinsic motivation is often needed to encourage students who lack an internal drive to learn, especially at elementary school age, where play activities are often more interesting than learning. It is hoped that extracurricular activities can function as a source of additional motivation and improve student learning outcomes. This research uses a quantitative approach with a survey method, where data is collected through questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS 25.0. The research results show that the significance value of the t test for the extracurricular activity variable is 0.000, which is smaller than 0.05, and the calculated t of 1.848 is smaller than the t table of 2.052. Thus, the hypothesis that extracurricular activities influence learning motivation. The coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.112 indicates that only 11.2% of the variation in learning motivation can be explained by extracurricular activities, while the remainder (88.8%) is influenced by other factors outside this research. These findings indicate that although extracurricular activities are an important element, their influence on students' learning motivation at SMP Muhammadiyah 02 Medan is not significant.

Veronica Veronica; Khabib Alia Akhmad; Nur Hadi

Jurnal Penelitian Manajemen dan Inovasi Riset 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Manajemen Kewirausahaan dan Bisnis Indonesia

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of packaging, product quality and price on purchasing decisions for Mina Sari freshwater fish chips in Wonogiri. The type of research used was quantitative research, where the population taken was 50 buyers of Mina Sari freshwater fish chips, with a research sample of 25 people. The sampling method is probability sampling and data collection is using a questionnaire. Data analysis by means of research instrument tests includes validity tests, reliability tests, classic assumption tests including normality tests, multicollinearity tests, and heteroscedasticity tests, hypothesis tests include T tests, F tests, and R tests. The resulting research is the significant influence of packaging on decisions Purchase of Mina Sari Wonogiri freshwater fish chips. The significant influence of product quality on purchasing decisions for Mina Sari Wonogiri freshwater fish chips. The significant influence of price on the decision to purchase Mina Sari Wonogiri freshwater fish chips. Packaging, product quality and price simultaneously influence the decision to purchase Mina Sari freshwater fish chips in Wonogiri.

Nina Nuraeni; Adam Hermawan; Btari Mariska Purwaamijaya

Jurnal Transformasi Bisnis Digital 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Manajemen Kewirausahaan dan Bisnis Indonesia

This study aims to determine the influence of social media marketing activities on Consumer Brand Engagement on TikTok @alfamartku. The data of this study was obtained from the results of the distribution of a questionnaire with a population sample of 100 respondents processed using SPSS 29. The findings of this study show that there is a positive influence of the variable of social media marketing activities on Consumer Brand Engagement partially, with an R-Square value of 58.9% indicating that most of the variation in Consumer Brand Engagement can be explained by marketing activities on TikTok social media. Trendiness has a strong influence on social media marketing activities, while the Electronic Word of Mouth (EWOM) indicator has a lower influence. Furthermore, the indicator that has the strongest influence on the Consumer Brand Engagement variable is Cognitive Processing, while the indicator that has the lowest influence is Affection. These findings underscore the importance of effective marketing strategies on social media in building strong engagement between brands and consumers.

Ali Naser Alwan

Jurnal Ekonomi dan Keuangan 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ekonomi dan Akuntansi Indonesia

This study aims to examine strategic management accounting practices and their influence on increasing the market share of private banks based in Baghdad. In order to achieve the objectives of the current research, the researcher followed the steps of the descriptive analytical method as an approach to the current research through a sample of workers in private banks amounting to (137), according to a set of variables. In order to collect the necessary data and information, a questionnaire was designed consisting of three parts, the first about demographic variables and the second. On strategic management accounting techniques and the third on market share. After applying the current research tool, the study reached the following results: 1-There is a high level of use and employment of strategic management accounting techniques in private banks operating in Baghdad?, 2- There is a good level of market share for private banks in Baghdad, 3-There is no effect of the two techniques (activity-based costing and target costing) in enhancing the market share of private banks in Baghdad.4- The use of benchmarking techniques has an impact on improving the market share of private banks operating in Baghdad.

Nureni Wildayani; Faturahman Faturahman; Puteri Anggi Lubis

Jurnal Inovasi Ekonomi Syariah dan Akuntansi 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ekonomi dan Akuntansi Indonesia

This research was conducted at IKM Batik Rasya. The aim of this research is to find out how to calculate the production costs of abstract batik cloth at IKM Batik Rasya and to find out how to calculate the production costs of abstract batik cloth in accordance with the order system. This research uses descriptive research with a qualitative approach. The analysis carried out is calculating the current cost of production by determining the Job Order Costing method, then comparing the calculation rate for the cost of production with the previous method. This research data was obtained from observations, interviews and documentation with the owner of IKM Batik Rasya. The results of the research show that from calculations using the Job Order Costing method, when compared with the rates set by the IKM Batik Rasya, calculations using the Job Order Costing method provide calculation results for the basic production cost of job order costing of IDR 38,976,000.00 with a price per unit of IDR 194.880,00, while the total calculation for the IKM Batik Rasya cost of production is IDR 35.422.000,00 with a price per unit of IDR 177.110,00, so the difference in calculation between the two is IDR 3,554,000.00

Octariany Octariany; Vivin Gusrizal

International Journal of Medicine and Health 2024 Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Tuberculosis is one of the world's health problems, especially in developing countries. Treatment regimen with multiple first-line anti-tuberculosis drugs (ATD) such as Isoniazid, Rifampicin, Pyrazinamide, Ethambutol, and Streptomycin remains the most effective for treatment of tuberculosis. Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) to antituberculosis drugs may range from mild gastrointestinal disturbances to serious hepatotoxicity, peripheral neuropathy, and cutaneous adverse effects. We report a 65 year old male patient with a complaint of yellowish discoloration of sclera, nausea and vomiting after three days of initiation of ATD therapy. The patient has been diagnosed with Tuberculosis relapse and has been taking ATD since June 2024. The patient noted epigastric pain. Laboratory examination found an increase in bilirubin level and electrolyte imbalance. The treatment is in the form of discontinuation of ATD, supportive therapy and followed by hepatoprotective supplements. ATD should be discontinued in patients with hepatotoxicity and fixed drug eruption until liver function and clinical symptoms improve. Initiation of ATD administration is carried out by administering one by one regimen. The patient is currently experiencing antituberculosis drug-induced hepatotoxicity, which is managed by providing supportive care and different AT regimens were prescribed.

Yuharika Pratiwi; Dinda Queenty Dzakiyah Hartono; Ruswaldi Munir

International Journal of Medicine and Health 2024 Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Work fatigue is a condition caused by physical and mental activities that exceed capacity. According to National Safety Council data, > 60% of work accidents are caused by fatigue. In Indonesia, the agriculture, fisheries, plantation, and forestry sectors occupy the second position in the cause of work accidents. Work fatigue can be caused by both internal and external factors. Fatigue caused by external factors causes changes in the body's biochemical processes so that lactic acid builds up in the muscles. Initial survey on PT. X is located in Kampar Regency, information was obtained that there were cases of work accidents in harvesters which were mostly caused by work fatigue. Objective To determine the relationship between lactic acid levels and work fatigue in palm oil workers in PT. X Kampar Regency Methods This study was conducted using observational analytical methods, cross sectional research design. The sampling technique uses total sampling, as many as 114 samples have met the inclusion criteria. Bivariate analysis uses the Spearman test. Result p-value = 0.000; r = 0.607 with strong correlation strength and positive direction Conclusion There is a relationship between lactic acid levels and physical fatigue in harvesters

Fadilah Gilang Prasetyo; A.A Inung Arie Adnyano; Novandri Kusuma Wardana

Globe: Publikasi Ilmu Teknik, Teknologi Kebumian, Ilmu Perkapalan 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Teknik Indonesia

 Penambangan metode tambang terbuka yang dilakukan secara dinamis beresiko menimbulkan cekungan yang berpotensi menjadi tempat tampungan air. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk  mengetahui metode sistem penyaliran dan keadaan sistem penyaliran aktual, menghitung debit air, merancang ulang saluran terbuka dan kolam pengendapan. Proses pemecahan masalah dilakukan dengan penggabungan antara teori dengan data primer dan sekunder sehingga didapatkan pendekatan penyelesaian masalah. Berdasarkan analisis dan penelitian, metode penyaliran yang digunakan mine dewatering, terdapat 1 DTH dengan (Q) air hujan 0,0915 mᶾ/detik, (Q) air limpasan 1,3191 mᶾ/detik, (Q) air tambang 1,411 mᶾ/detik. Saluran terbuka dan kolam pengendapan aktual belum bisa mengalirkan dan mengendapkan debit air tambang tersebut, maka dirancang saluran terbuka dengan (α) 60°, (y) 0,82 m, (z) 0,12 m, (h) 0,94 m, (b) 1,42 m, (T) 3,06 m dan (a) 0,87 m. Kolam pengendapan memiliki jumlah kompartemen 1 m, (b) 15 m, (H) 5 m, panjang penyekat 8 m, lebar penyekat 4,5 m, kedalaman penyekat 4,5 m, panjang kompartemen 21 m, panjang total kolam 21 m,  luas kolam 312 m² dan volume kolam 1236.8 mᶾ. Volume padatan air 7,055 x 10^(-3) mᶾ/detik, (tv) 12 menit, (Vh) 18,81 x 10^(-3) mᶾ/detik, % pengendapan 61%. Padatan yang berhasil diendapkan 15 mᶾ/hari dengan waktu pengerukan 3 bulan.

Favian Jihan Prastian; Farida Pulansari

Manufaktur: Publikasi Sub Rumpun Ilmu Keteknikan Industri 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Teknik Indonesia

Export means transporting or bringing goods and services from one country to another coun-try. In order to evaluate how strong export competitiveness is and identify market opportunities, specific calculation methods and approaches regarding comparative advantage are needed. One of them is using the "revealed comparative advanced" (RCA) method, which provides an accu-rate picture of how competitive a product is in the international market. One measuring tool is the Balassa index, where a value of more than one (>1) indicates a strong level of competitive-ness for export products to the destination country. Conversely, a value less than one (<1) indi-cates low competitiveness and sales difficulties in that market. The calculation results show that Timor Leste has an average Balassa index of 60.685, followed by Brunei Darussalam with a Balassa index value of 12.526 and Malaysia of 4.987 and with a stable value, thus indicating good potential for exporters who want to market coffee products. roast them to the country. However, Thailand has little potential with a Balassa index of 1.944. In contrast, Singapore and the Philippines have an average Balassa index below 1, indicating there is no great potential as a profitable export market.

Muhammad Suhery; Gema Ramadhan; Abdul Halim Hasugian

Polygon : Jurnal Ilmu Komputer dan Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Matematika dan Sains Indonesia

The North Sumatra Aceh National Sports Week (PON) which will be held in September 2024 in Papu, North Sumatra has drawn many pros and cons from the public. This topic allows the public to provide criticism, suggestions and opinions regarding the 2024 North Sumatra Aceh PON. Instagram is a popular social media for conveying public opinion. The sentiment analysis process can find and resolve problems based on public opinion on social media such as Instagram. The classification method used in this research is the Naïve Bayes Classifier. Datasets can be obtained from the data crawling process using the Google Chrome extension: IGCommentExport. The data is labeled positive, neutral, or negative. The results of the labeling process showed 770 negative data, 256 neutral data and 920 positive data. Then pre-processing is carried out on the data that has been previously labeled, and a word weighting process is also carried out using TF-IDF. After that, modeling was carried out using the Naïve Bayes Classifier and the final process was evaluation-testing. The high accuracy results from the fourth experiment which compared 90% of the training data with 10% of the testing data resulted in an accuracy of 75%. Meanwhile, the sentiment test results show that positive sentiment is more numerous than negative sentiment and neutral sentiment.

Elrisa Ramadhani; Kabul Warsito; Indra Irawan; Nur Ikhsan

International Journal of Mathematics and Science Education 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Matematika dan Sains Indonesia

Dragon fruit plants originating from Central and South America have not been widely cultivated. This plant has only been cultivated intensively in several countries such as: Israel, Colombia, Nicaragua, Vietnam, Thailand, China and Australia. Macroscopic identification showed that the fungi associated with dragon fruit stems had similarities to the colony form of Colletotrichum gloeosporioides sp. Trichoderma is known to have antagonistic abilities against pathogenic fungi. Trichoderma is easily found in soil ecosystems and plant roots. The method in this study is a survey method. Determination of the sample using purposive sampling or Judgmental sampling method, namely purposive sampling is a sampling method that selects objects (vines) that are considered attacked or have symptoms of pathogen attack. Trichoderma sp is also tolerant to stress and able to inactivate pathogenic microbial enzymes. In addition, Trichoderma sp. Able to produce enzymes that hydrolyze pathogenic cell walls which will inhibit the synthesis of pathogenic cell walls and increase their fungicidal activity, as a result of which pathogenic fungi experience a decrease in growth rate.

Lailatul Firdausi; Khotim Fadhli

Jurnal Ekonomi, Bisnis dan Manajemen (EBISMEN) 2024 FEB Universitas Maritim Semarang

Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) refers to voluntary actions that are not directly rewarded by the formal reward system but that contribute to organizational effectiveness. Organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) is a reflection of the added value of employees and contributes to job performance, job satisfaction, and organizational commitment. PT Erindo Mandiri is a company engaged in the production of bottled mineral water. This study aims to evaluate the effect of job satisfaction and organizational commitment on organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) at PT Erindo Mandiri, as well as to ascertain how HR management can improve company effectiveness through OCB. In this case, the researcher employs an associative method with the objective of discerning the impact of job satisfaction (X1) and organizational commitment (X2) on the organizational citizenship behavior variable (Y) at PT Erindo Madiri. The results of the research conducted at PT Erindo Mandiri indicate that job satisfaction and organizational commitment exert a positive influence on organizational citizenship behavior (OCB). The conjunction of these two variables engenders augmented individual and collective efficacy, as well as organizational systems that culminate in superior HR performance, characterized by minimal absenteeism and negligible deviations.

Rismoninta Padang; Makmur Syukri; Afrahul Fadhila Daulai

Jurnal Arjuna : Publikasi Ilmu Pendidikan, Bahasa dan Matematika 2024 Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Pendidikan Indonesia

This research aims to describe (1) to determine the Madrasah Management at MTs N 2 Deli Serdang in supporting and optimizing the implementation of extracurricular activities as an effort to improve student learning achievement (2) to determine the extent of the contribution of extracurricular activities to increasing student learning achievement at MTs N 2 Deli Serdang (3) to find out the obstacles faced by madrasas in managing extracurricular activities and how they affect student learning achievement. This research uses descriptive research with a qualitative approach. The subjects in the research were the Head of Madrasah, Deputy Head of Curriculum, Extracurricular Advisor and students. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews and documentation. Data collection analysis carried out data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. And based on the results of research that researchers have conducted, extracurricular activities have run well in accordance with the planning, organization, implementation and supervision that the madrasah has carried out.

Ade Andri Setyaningsih; Ismunawan Ismunawan

JURNAL RISET EKONOMI DAN AKUNTANSI (JREA) 2024 Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis (ITB) Semarang

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of HBA, DAR, DER, TATO and CR on the financial performance of coal companies. In this research, secondary data was used in the form of financial reports. There are 23 coal companies registered on the IDX as a population by taking samples using a purposive sampling method so that a sample of 4 companies is obtained. This research uses classical assumption testing methods, multiple linear regression analysis, and hypothesis testing. The results of the research conducted show that all independent variables simultaneously have an influence on stock prices. Partially, TATO influences financial performance. HBA, DAR, DER and CR have no effect on financial performance.  

Agung Yuliyanto Nugroho; Ferat Kristanto

JURNAL PENELITIAN TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI DAN SAINS (JPTIS) 2024 Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis (ITB) Semarang

In the era of data revolution and artificial intelligence, machine learning model optimization has become one of the most dynamic and crucial research areas. This article reviews the latest techniques in machine learning model optimization with a focus on pursuing maximum performance. We discuss various methods applied to improve model accuracy and efficiency, ranging from hyperparameter tuning techniques, advanced optimization algorithms such as Bayesian optimization, to innovative approaches such as meta-learning and transfer learning. These optimization techniques not only aim to improve model performance but also to overcome challenges related to big data, model complexity, and computational limitations. We investigate how these methods can be integrated in machine learning pipelines to achieve better results with more efficient resources. Through a review of recent literature and case studies of applications in various domains, this article provides in-depth insights into the trends and developments in model optimization, as well as practical recommendations for researchers and practitioners in pursuing maximum performance from their machine learning systems. A better understanding of these cutting-edge techniques is expected to facilitate the achievement of better and more innovative results in future machine learning applications.

Sri Wahyuni

JURNAL KABAR MASYARAKAT 2024 Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis Semarang

Vaginal discharge is one of the reproductive health problems that often arise in adolescents which can be an early symptom of cervical cancer. Vaginal discharge is the discharge of white fluid or mucus that comes out of the genital organs that is not in the form of blood. Vaginal discharge is a complaint that often attacks women and does not know age (Sulistianingsih, 2014). Vaginal discharge is still considered not a serious thing so that in maintaining cleanliness, especially the genetic organs in women, are still lacking. This can be seen from the use of underwear that is not made of cotton. Even though it is possible that vaginal discharge can be caused by underwear made of synthetic fibers (nylon). (Kusmiran, 2019) The World Health Organization (WHO) in Suryandari and Rufaida (2019) stated that almost all women and adolescent girls have experienced vaginal discharge, 60% in adolescents (15-22 years old) and 40% in women (23-45 years old), if left vaginal discharge can cause adverse health effects, one of which is cervical cancer. Meanwhile, according to Wulandari (2015), as many as 75% of women who have experienced vaginal discharge at least 1 time in their lifetime with 50% in adolescents and 25% in women of childbearing age (WUS) out of 95% of cervical cancer cases that occur in women in Indonesia are characterized by vaginal discharge (3, 4). One of the effects of pathological vaginal discharge is cervical cancer. Every year, as many as 8,000 women in Indonesia die from cervical cancer. This means that almost every hour, an Indonesian woman dies because she is gnawed by cervical cancer. Cervical cancer attacks and kills women at the productive age of 20-25 years, but can appear in women at a younger age (5). Lack of proper knowledge and information about the health of the reproductive organs can cause a lack of attention to the health of the reproductive organs in terms of vaginal discharge.

Farikha Nuraida; Aris Hidayat

Pusat Publikasi Ilmu Manajemen 2024 Fakultas Ekonomi & Bisnis, Univ

The phenomenon of using celebrity endorsers as a marketing strategy has been rife in Indonesia, with many companies or brands using famous celebrities to promote their products and services. Celebrities have a huge influence on society, especially for their fans. Their lifestyle, image and opinions often become references for their fans in making decisions, especially purchasing decisions. To determine the effect of celebrity endoser and price on purchasing decisions for Scarlett Skincare products in Jakarta. The data collection method in preparing the thesis is the distribution of questionnaires and literature studies. The analysis method uses statistical quantitative analysis, using the SPSS version 26 application involving validity, reliability, classical assumption tests, hypothesis testing and the coefficient of determination. The results of the t test on X1 were obtained at 4.563> 1.984 had a positive effect on Y. There are also the results of the t test on X2 obtained at 6.676> 1.984 had a positive effect on Y. Then the results of the Anova F test of 104.536> F table 3.090 there is a partial influence between celebrity endorsers and prices on purchasing decisions.