# Business Studies Grade 11 P2 2020 QP (Eng)

> Grade 11 Business Studies Paper 2 question paper from the National Exemplar November Exam 2020 (English), 10 pages. Read online or download the free PDF.

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- Subject: Business Studies
- Grade: Grade 11
- Language: English
- Document type: Question paper
- Year: 2020
- Exam period: National Exemplar November Exam
- Paper: 2
- Curriculum: CAPS
- Pages: 10

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NATIONAL
                      SENIOR CERTIFICATE

                            GRADE 11

                        NOVEMBER 2020

                   BUSINESS STUDIES P2
                       (EXEMPLAR)

MARKS:   150

TIME:    2 hours

                   This question paper consists of 10 pages.

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2                                   BUSINESS STUDIES P2                   (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 correctly 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.

                     SECTION               QUESTION         MARKS              TIME
                                                                             (minutes)
     A:      Objective-type questions
                                                1             30                 20
             COMPULSORY

     B:      THREE direct/indirect-             2             40                 35
             type questions
             CHOICE:                            3             40                 35
             (Answer any TWO.)
                                                4             40                 35

     C:      TWO essay-type                     5             40                 30
             questions
             CHOICE:                            6             40                 30
             (Answer any ONE.)

                     TOTAL                                    150                120

 7. Begin the answer to EACH question on a NEW page, for example
    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 P2                                    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 (1.1.1–1.1.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example
       1.1.6 D.

       1.1.1 The audited financial statements of … needs to be made available
             to all shareholders and the public.

               A     Tlali’s Athletic Gym CC
               B     JJ Enterprise (Pty) Ltd
               C     Vuma and Zonke Trading
               D     King Fisheries Ltd

       1.1.2 Effective feedback occurs when the presenter …

               A     answers questions after a presentation.
               B     hands out flyers.
               C     is incapable to deal with difficult audience members.
               D     includes visual aids in the verbal presentation.

       1.1.3 Weza Health SOC provides health services such as primary health
             care. This company is an example of a …

               A     sole proprietorship.
               B     private company.
               C     state owned company.
               D     public company.

       1.1.4 Gideon believes in doing things differently to remain competitive. He
             applies … thinking to generate new ideas.

               A     routine
               B     creative
               C     conventional
               D     inductive

       1.1.5 John P Kotter’s eight step system for managing change is used
             to …

               A     create problem-solving.
               B     establish a sense of urgency.
               C     establish a profitable business.
               D     implement a chosen strategy.
                                                                             (5 x 2) (10)

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4                                  BUSINESS STUDIES P2                     (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.

          decision-making; retrenchment; unlimited; action plan; good; limited;
                 problem-solving; affirmative action; bad, business plan

       1.2.1    The step in the planning process which involves putting the plan
                into action is known as a/an …

       1.2.2    The … liability clause explains how owners can only lose what they
                invested in the business.

       1.2.3    Global Airways is providing opportunities for previously
                disadvantaged people. This change management is known as …

       1.2.4    A … decision is consistent with sufficient information which is in
                line with the company’s values and ethical principle.

       1.2.5    The process of analysing a situation to identify strategies that can
                be used to change the situation is known as ...
                                                                              (5 x 2) (10)

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(EC/NOVEMBER 2020)                 BUSINESS STUDIES P2                                     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, for example 1.3.6 K.

                   COLUMN A                              COLUMN B
       1.3.1    Gantt Chart                  A    sudden and potential disastrous
                                                  events

       1.3.2    Lease                        B    technique where it requests each
                                                  employee to silently generate
                                                  many ideas on their own

       1.3.3    Memorandum of                C    disagreement     between    two   or
                Incorporation                     more people

       1.3.4    Force-field analysis         D    document that is completed and
                                                  signed    when    requesting to
                                                  incorporate a company

       1.3.5    Crisis                       E    payment made to franchisor by
                                                  franchisee based on turnover

                                             F    large pad of paper bound and each
                                                  page can be turned over at the top

                                             G    payment for the use of an asset
                                                  rather than buying it

                                             H    planning tool that indicates dates,
                                                  duration and sequence

                                             I    technique for listing and assessing
                                                  forces for and against a proposed
                                                  change

                                             J    document that includes rights,
                                                  duties and responsibilities of
                                                  shareholders, directors etc.
                                                                               (5 x 2)    (10)

                                                                TOTAL SECTION A:            30

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6                                 BUSINESS STUDIES P2                  (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 VENTURES

 2.1   Mention THREE sources of funding.                                             (3)

 2.2   Outline THREE steps to follow when drawing up an action plan.                 (6)

 2.3   Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

                          KAMELISA INCORPORATION (KI)

       Kamelisa Inc. needs large amounts of capital for expansion of their
       business. KI decided to convert the current business into another type of
       company, so that they would be able to sell shares to the public on the
       JSE.

       2.3.1    Identify the form of ownership of Kamelisa Incorporation before
                they were converted to another type of company. Motivate your
                answer by quoting from the scenario above.                           (3)

       2.3.2    Name the form of ownership which Kamelisa wants to be
                converted to.                                                        (2)

       2.3.3    Differentiate between the forms of ownership identified in
                QUESTION 2.3.1 and 2.3.2 respectively.                               (8)

 2.4   Discuss the reasons why entrepreneurs may decide to purchase an
       existing business.                                                            (6)

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(EC/NOVEMBER 2020)                BUSINESS STUDIES P2                                   7

 2.5 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

                           SINDY PIE AND BURGERS (SPB)

       Sindy is selling home-made pies and burgers. She did research on
       customer service as a driving force and learned that by cutting costs she
       can maximise profit.

       2.5.1    Mention TWO factors from the scenario above that Sindy had
                considered before the start-up of SPB.                               (2)

       2.5.2    Suggest ONE possible improvement of EACH factor mentioned in
                QUESTION 2.5.1.                                                      (2)

                Use the table below as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 2.5.

                          FACTORS                       IMPROVEMENTS
                            2.5.1                            2.5.2
                1.                               1.
                2.                               2.

 2.6 Recommend the factors that the presenter must consider when preparing
     a presentation.                                                                 (8)
                                                                                    [40]

 QUESTION 3: BUSINESS ROLES

 3.1 Name FOUR causes of conflict in the workplace.                                  (4)

 3.2 Outline TWO external causes of change in the workplace.                         (4)

 3.3 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

                      KHAYA BUSINESS CONSULTANTS (KBC)

       Khaya Business Consultants is a service business offering advice to small
       emerging businesses. During the meeting sessions team members often
       question each other’s ideas and opinions.

       3.3.1    Identify the stage of team development that is applicable to the
                scenario above. Motivate your answer by quoting from the
                scenario.                                                            (3)

       3.3.2    Explain TWO other stages of team development.                        (8)

 3.4 Explain the advantage of working with others to solve problems.                 (4)

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8                                 BUSINESS STUDIES P2                      (EC/NOVEMBER 2020)

 3.5   Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

                              MIKE CONSTRUCTION (MC)
       Mike Construction is required to build a new library in a small rural town.
       The identified site is a huge problem to the village community. The board
       of directors has decided to invite experts to address the challenge.

       3.5.1    Identify the problem-solving techniques used by Mike
                Construction. Motivate your answer by quoting from the scenario
                above.                                                                  (3)

       3.5.2    Explain the meaning of the problem-solving technique identified in
                QUESTION 3.5.1.                                                         (6)

 3.6   Recommend ways in which professional, responsible, ethical and effective
       business practice should be conducted.                                           (8)
                                                                                       [40]

 QUESTION 4: MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS

 BUSINESS VENTURES

 4.1   Give THREE examples of non-verbal presentations.                                 (3)

 4.2. Outline the aspects that must be included in the prospectus.                      (8)

 4.3   Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

                        EXPERT FURNITURE SERVICES (EFS)

       Expert Furniture Services is selling high quality furniture and kitchen units
       in Qumbu. The transporting of furniture to the nearby villages is given to
       Dlamini Carrier Services.

       4.3.1    Identify the business avenue represented in the scenario above.
                Motivate your answer by quoting from the scenario.                      (3)

       4.3.2    Discuss the advantages of the business avenue identified in
                QUESTION 4.3.1.                                                         (8)

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(EC/NOVEMBER 2020)                BUSINESS STUDIES P2                                    9

 BUSINESS ROLES

 4.4 Give THREE examples of ethical business practices.                               (3)

 4.5 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

       Jabu, a pharmacist, recently opened his pharmacy and his expectations for
       success are to adhere to the business’s ethical code of conduct. Jabu must
       act within the law when issuing medicine, safeguarding the confidentiality
       of client information and use resources responsibly with due regard to the
       environment.

       4.5.1    Mention THREE principles of professionalism in the scenario
                above.                                                                (3)

       4.5.2    Differentiate between professionalism and ethics.                     (4)

 4.6 Recommend ways businesses can deal with change in the workplace.                 (8)
                                                                                     [40]

                                                            TOTAL SECTION B:          80

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10                                BUSINESS STUDIES P2                      (EC/NOVEMBER 2020)

 SECTION C

 Answer any 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 NEW page or QUESTION 6 on a NEW page.

 QUESTION 5:         BUSINESS VENTURES (AVENUES OF ACQUIRING A
                     BUSINESS AND PRESENTATION)

 Phumlo, CEO of African Business Corporation made a presentation supported
 by visual aids on how to buy a franchise and its contractual obligations. After his
 presentation, he must write a report on the outcome and performance to the
 board of directors.

 Write an essay in which you include the following aspects:

    Outline the contractual implication of a franchise business.
    Explain the advantages and disadvantages of acquiring a franchise.
    Discuss how the presenter must prepare the following visual aids:

     o Transparencies
     o Handouts
     o Posters

  Recommend to Phumlo the steps to follow when writing a report to the board
   of directors.                                                                       [40]

 QUESTION 6:         BUSINESS ROLES (STRESS, CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND
                     CREATIVE THINKING)

 Queen Chicken Food (QCF) is a chicken producer employing 50 employees.
 Employees are working night shift, transport and protective equipment are not
 provided. Some employees resigned and others took leave due to stress. QCF
 uses creative thinking to address the business crisis to solve their business
 problems.

 Keep the above scenario in mind and write an essay in which you include the
 following aspects:

    Outline the causes of stress in the business environment.
    Explain the advantages of using creative thinking in the workplace.
    Discuss the importance of stress management in the workplace.
    Suggest ways in which businesses can deal with crises in the workplace.           [40]

                                                              TOTAL SECTION C:          40
                                                                 GRAND TOTAL:          150

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