31.  Because he cannot be blamed for the recent clumsy devaluations, Ortiz is in a better position than his predecessor to design and carry out a stabilization plan.

32.  Biotechnology companies are also in a better position to develop more than one drug at a time and diversify.

33.  Boeing also recently completed a deal to supply spare parts to British Airways, putting it in a better position to offer a package deal combining airplanes and services.

34.  Brady said later that space supporters are in a better position this year than they have been in his five years in Congress.

35.  A healthier banking system would benefit these industries since banks would be in a better position to forgive loans and offer cheaper financing.

36.  A victory over the Jets would give them even more confidence and put them in better position against Minnesota.

37.  Alcatel has been building slowly and modestly in North America, but it will now be in a better position to compete.

38.  All this could leave the Bosnians in a much better position to defend themselves, and win plaudits for Dole for ending months of impasse.

39.  Also, voluntary cooperation puts a taxpayer in a better position for reduced penalties.

40.  Allied is in a better position to exploit the solid waste unit than Laidlaw because it is more focused on waste management, analysts said.