1. Conducting market research is a vital part of the acquisition and contracting pre and post award process. To what extent should market research be conducted? What does market research involve? What information should be included in market research?

2. Present a detailed definition of virtue ethics and explain each of its core concepts, i.e. vice, mean, eudaimonia, etc. Apply the theory to a case in order to show how to use the theory in our everyday lives. List some of the strengths of the theory.

3. The contracting officer is responsible for selecting and negotiating appropriate contract types. What factors should the contracting officer consider when selecting and negotiating contract type?