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GRADE 11
NOVEMBER 2020
BUSINESS STUDIES P1
MARKS: 150
TIME: 2 hours
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Grade 11 Business Studies Paper 1 question paper from the National Exemplar November Exam 2020, 9 pages. Read online or download the free PDF.
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2 BUSINESS STUDIES P1 (EC/NOVEMBER 2020)
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
Read the following instructions carefully before answering the questions.
1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.
SECTION A: COMPULSORY
SECTION B: Consists of THREE questions
Answer any TWO of the three questions in this section.
SECTION C: Consists of TWO questions
Answer any ONE of the two questions in this section.
2. Read the instructions for each question carefully and take particular note of what
is required.
Note that ONLY the first TWO questions in SECTION B and the FIRST question
in SECTION C will be marked.
3. Number the answers carefully according to the numbering system used in this
question paper. NO marks will be awarded for answers that are numbered
incorrectly.
4. Except where other instructions are given, answers must be written in full
sentences.
5. Use the mark allocation and nature of each question to determine the length and
depth of an answer.
6. Use the table below as a guide for mark and time allocation when answering
each question.
TIME
SECTION QUESTION MARKS
(minutes)
A: Objective-type questions
COMPULSORY 1 30 20
B: THREE direct/indirect type 2 40 35
questions
CHOICE: 3 40 35
Answer any TWO.
4 40 35
C: TWO essay-type questions 5 40 30
CHOICE:
Answer any ONE. 6 40 30
TOTAL 150 120
7. Begin the answer to EACH question on a NEW page, e.g. QUESTION 1 – new
page, QUESTION 2 – new page.
8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
9. Write neatly and legibly.
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(EC/NOVEMBER 2020) BUSINESS STUDIES P1 3
SECTION A (COMPULSORY)
QUESTION 1
1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question
numbers (1.1.1 to 1.1.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.1.6 D.
1.1.1 The business has … control over the micro environment.
A some
B full
C no
D less
1.1.2 Competitors is one of the components of the … environment.
A micro
B macro
C market
D economic
1.1.3 The agreement between Fuma Furniture and Cuma Chairs to work
together to achieve their objectives, is known as …
A merger.
B takeover.
C acquisition.
D alliance.
1.1.4 Sweet Tooth uses … when sweets and biscuits are packaged
together.
A combination packaging
B speciality packaging
C packaging for double use
D unique packaging
1.1.5 The process of matching a new employee's skills and abilities with the
requirements of a job is known as ...
A selection.
B recruitment.
C placement.
D induction.
(5 x 2) (10)
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4 BUSINESS STUDIES P1 (EC/NOVEMBER 2020)
1.2 Complete the following statements by using the word(s) provided in the list
below. Write only the word(s) next to the question numbers (1.2.1 to 1.2.5) in
the ANSWER BOOK.
quality; psychographics; promotional; piecemeal; primary; production;
secondary; penetration; time related; demographics
1.2.1 The … sector is responsible for changing the raw materials into useful
products.
1.2.2 Suki Stationers studied the attitudes and tastes of their target market.
This is an example of …
1.2.3 Fast Shoes uses … pricing when they have an end-of-range sale.
1.2.4 The setting of targets, measuring performance and taking corrective
measures are known as … control.
1.2.5 A … salary determination method is used when workers are paid
according to the number of items produced.
(5 x 2) (10)
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(EC/NOVEMBER 2020) BUSINESS STUDIES P1 5
1.3 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches a term in COLUMN A.
Write only the letter (A–J) next to the question numbers (1.3.1 to 1.3.5) in the
ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.3.6 K.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
1.3.1 Inflation A the total salary amount before deductions
1.3.2 Go slow B consumers buy these goods after putting in
time and effort to compare similar goods
1.3.3 Convenience C ensure the involvement and co-operation of the
goods management in improving the quality of
products
1.3.4 Total quality D general increase in the prices of goods and
management services in a country
1.3.5 Gross salary E workers temporary and collectively refuse to
work
F the total salary amount after deductions
G general increase in the population of a country
H consumers buy these goods regularly without
hesitation
I workers collectively continue with their duties
at a slower pace than normal
J integrated system which ensures each
employee is responsible for quality work
(5 x 2) (10)
TOTAL SECTION A: 30
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6 BUSINESS STUDIES P1 (EC/NOVEMBER 2020)
SECTION B
Answer ANY TWO questions in this section.
NOTE: Clearly indicate the QUESTION NUMBER of each question that you
choose. The answer to EACH question must start on a NEW page, e.g.
QUESTION 2 on a new page, QUESTION 3 on a NEW page.
QUESTION 2: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS
2.1 Name TWO types of lobbying that businesses can use to adapt to the
challenges of the business environment. (2)
2.2 Outline the functions of trade unions. (8)
2.3 Identify the socio-economic issues faced by Wild Print Textiles in EACH
statement below:
2.3.1 Some employees cannot read the patterns or instructions to make
the clothing. (2)
2.3.2 The employees are considering refusing to work, due to an
unresolved dispute with the management. (2)
2.3.3 China exports their clothing that they are unable to sell in their own
country to South Africa, at very low prices. (2)
2.4 Explain the purpose of the Labour Relations Act. (8)
2.5 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
ESSENTIAL SUPERMARKET (ES)
The employees of Essential Supermarket don’t want to cooperate and work
together as a team. Recently the management also could not find a regular
provider of all the products they need.
Use the table below as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 2.5.1 and 2.5.2 that
follow.
CHALLENGES BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS
(2.5.1) (2.5.2)
1.
2.
2.5.1 Quote TWO challenges from the scenario above that ES have to
deal with. (2)
2.5.2 Classify EACH challenge quoted in QUESTION 2.5.1 according to
the business environment. (4)
2.5.3 Suggest TWO ways in which businesses can adapt to ONE of the
challenges quoted in QUESTION 2.5.1. (4)
2.6 Recommend projects that can be undertaken by businesses as part of
social responsibility. (6)
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QUESTION 3: BUSINESS OPERATIONS
3.1 State FOUR employee benefits. (4)
3.2 Outline THREE aspects of the employment contract. (6)
3.3 Discuss the purpose of induction as a human resources activity. (6)
3.4 Identify the factors considered by Core Clothing that influence their pricing
in EACH statement below:
3.4.1 The number of consumers wanting to buy their clothing (2)
3.4.2 An increase of 20% in their labour and transportation costs (2)
3.5 Explain the purpose of packaging. (6)
3.6 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
BRIGHT SNEAKERS (BS)
Bright Sneakers manufactures a variety of brightly coloured sneakers.
Steve, the production manager, has to set up the actual route which the
materials must follow in the factory. He also has to calculate the time
required to perform each activity in the manufacturing process.
3.6.1 Quote from the scenario TWO aspects that must be considered by
BS during production planning. (2)
3.6.2 Explain to the management of BS the advantages of production
planning. (6)
3.7 Recommend precautionary measure that businesses should take when
handling machinery. (6)
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8 BUSINESS STUDIES P1 (EC/NOVEMBER 2020)
QUESTION 4: MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS
BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS
4.1 Give TWO examples of contemporary legislation that may affect business
operations. (2)
4.2 Elaborate on the meaning of networking. (4)
4.3 Explain ways businesses can form power relationships. (6)
4.4 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
ELITE MUSIC (EM)
Elite Music sells CDs and DVDs in East London. Recently they discovered
that more and more people are making illegal copies of the CDs and DVDs
that they are selling. Therefore, that would explain the decrease in sales
and profits that they have been experiencing.
4.4.1 Quote the impact of piracy on EM from the scenario above. (2)
4.4.2 Suggest ways in which EM can deal with piracy. (6)
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
4.5 State TWO types of recruitment. (2)
4.6 Name any TWO quality control bodies. (2)
4.7 Outline the purpose of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. (6)
4.8 Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows.
CUMA ENTERPRISE (CE)
Cuma Enterprise is a large retail business that provides a variety of
products. They allow their workers to belong to a trade union. The human
resources department regularly identify the training needs of their workers.
Identify TWO acts that are applicable to CE. Motivate your answer by
quoting from the scenario above.
Use the table below as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 4.8
ACTS MOTIVATIONS
1.
2. (6)
4.9 Recommend ways in which the human resources function can comply
with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 1997 (Act 75 of
1997). (4)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 80
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(EC/NOVEMBER 2020) BUSINESS STUDIES P1 9
SECTION C
Answer ONE question in this section.
NOTE: Clearly indicate the QUESTION NUMBER of each question chosen.
The answer to the question must start on a NEW page, e.g.
QUESTION 5 on a NEW page or QUESTION 6 on a NEW page.
QUESTION 5: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS
The macro environment consists of many components and poses many
challenges to businesses. Businesses should be involved in the macro
environment which in return can benefit them.
With reference to the above, write an essay on the following aspects:
• Outline FOUR components of the macro environment.
• Explain FIVE challenges of the macro environment.
• Discuss the advantages of businesses that are involved in the macro
environment.
• Recommend ways in which businesses can be involved in the macro
environment. [40]
QUESTION 6: BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Super Bags (SB) is a newly established company that specialises in the
manufacturing of quality school bags. SB realises that the distribution of their
products and their marketing communication policy will determine their success.
The management is looking into using different types of intermediaries and are
considering using personal selling to promote their products.
As an expert in distribution and communication, write an essay on the following
aspects:
• Outline the different types of intermediaries.
• Explain the reasons why SB, as a manufacturer, may prefer to make use of
direct distribution methods.
• Discuss the following components of the marketing communication policy:
o Advertising
o Publicity
o Personal selling
• Advise SB on the effectiveness of personal selling in promoting their
products. [40]
TOTAL SECTION C: 40
GRAND TOTAL: 150
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