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Business Studies Grade 12 NSC June 2013 Memo
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Business Economics/SG 2 DBE/2012
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SECTION A
ANSWER SHEET
QUESTION 1
1.1. MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
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1.2. MATCHING ITEMS
1.2.1 EF
1.2.2 A
1.2.3 Cc
1.2.4 E
1.2.5 B
(5 x 2) (10)
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1.3. TRUE OR FALSE
NUMBER | TRUE FALSE
1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3
1.3.4
1.3.5
1.3.6
1.3.7
1.3.8
1.3.9
1.3.10
1.3.11
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(11 x 2) (22)
1.4 CHOOSE THE CORRECT TERM
1.4.1 Publicity
1.4.2 Re-insurance
14.3 Fidelity insurance
144 Work study
1.4.5 Motivation
(5 x 2) (10)
1.5 DATA RESPONSE
1.6.1 Members
1.5.2 Ten (10)
1.5.3 Founding statement/CK1
1.5.4 Yes
1.5.5 _| According to percentage interest held by the member
(5 x 2) (10)
TOTAL SECTION A: 100
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GUIDELINES FOR MARKING SECTION B
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MARK ONLY THE FIRST FIVE QUESTIONS IN SECTION B
QUESTIONS 2-9:
IF THE CANDIDATE IS ASKED TO MENTION, FOR EXAMPLE, FOUR FACTS,
ONLY THE FIRST FOUR RESPONSES MUST BE MARKED.
ACCEPT PHRASES INSTEAD OF FULL SENTENCES FOR 'NAMEILIST’
QUESTIONS.
IN QUESTIONS WHERE THREE MARKS ARE ALLOCATED FOR A FACT, IT IS
RECOMMENDED THAT CANDIDATES MAKE USE OF HEADINGS AS
INDICATED IN THE MEMO. CANDIDATES CAN OBTAIN THE FULL THREE
MARKS IN A DETAILED EXPLANATION WITHOUT A HEADING.
THE ANSWERS IN THE MEMORANDUM ARE ONLY A GUIDELINE.
CANDIDATES MAY USE WORDS/NAMES/CONCEPTS/PHRASES FROM
OTHER SOURCES WHICH MAY HAVE THE SAME MEANING AS THOSE
GIVEN IN THE MEMORANDUM.
READ VERY CAREFULLY THROUGH THE RESPONSE OF EACH
CANDIDATE.
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QUESTION 2: FORMS OF OWNERSHIP
2.1 2.4.1
FORM OF OWNERSHIP
Sole Trader VV (2)
FOUR DISADVANTAGES OF A SOLE TRADER
Unlimited liability for the debt of the business VV
There is no continuity
Capital is limited to what the owner can contribute or borrow
Owner may lack experience in certain areas
Cannot afford the best employees
DO NOT ACCEPT NOT A LEGAL ENTITY = GIVEN
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE DISADVANTAGE
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(ANY 4x2) (8)
OTHER FORM OF OWNERSHIP
Partnership VV (2)
COMPARISON BETWEEN SOLE TRADER AND PARTNERSHIP
MARK SOLE TRADER ONLY IF AN INCORRECT SELECTION
WAS MADE IN 2.1.3
Management | owner partners VV
Formation No requirements Orally OR written
agreement (articles of
partnership)
Profit Owner gets all the | Depend upon |
sharing profits partnership agreement |
(3x4) (12)
2.2 TYPE OF MERGER/AMALGAMATION
Horizontal VY
(2)
MOTIVATION
¢ The two businesses are in the SAME industry VV
« Both sell mushrooms
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Vertical WV
MOTIVATION
e The one supplies the other
e The same business column
2.3 SIX REASONS FOR AMALGAMATION
Survival purpose/Shortage of capital VV
Obtaining of additional capital
To overcome the lack of good management
To get rid of a management team
Ensuring supply of raw materials
Elimination of duplicate costs
To gain a higher status
Gain access to services
To be less vulnerable
Eliminate competition
Tax advantage purposes
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ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE REASON
(ANY 6 x 2)
2.1
24
2.2
2.3
12
TOTAL
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QUESTION 3: MARKETING FUNCTION
3.1 3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
3.2 3.2.1
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SIX REQUIREMENTS OF A GOOD TRADE MARK
Must be approved by the public / not irritate them VVV
Contains a unique symbol, mark, graphic sign or word
Reflects the salient advantages/features/value of the product
Could have versatile usage
Is in good, simple language to be easily understood
Easily pronounced and remembered by consumers
Be different from names/trademarks oof related
products/competitors to avoid confusion
Easily registered to enjoy legal protection
It is not misleading
Promote marketing mix of business
Be adaptable to packaging and labelling requirements
Must be used unchanged for an extended product range
Hasten purchases
Create loyalty amongst customers
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE REASON
(ANY 6x3) = (18)
EXPLAIN THE THREE STAGES IN THE ACCEPTANCE OF A
TRADE MARK
Recognition stage V
Preference stage
Insistence stage
(3 x 1) (3)
FORM OF TRADE MARK USED BY WOOLWORTHS
Family trade mark VV
House brand/Retail/Dealer/Generic/Intermediary
(2)
DOES ANNIE OPERATE IN FORMAL OR INFORMAL SECTOR
AND SUPPLY A REASON
FORMAL VV
Annie creates her own income opportunities VV
supplies a service to customers
Has a proper shop (4)
OR
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3.2.3
3.2.4
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INFORMAL
e Annie creates her own income opportunities
e supplies a service to customers
e using a mobile shop
e selling from pavement / parking area
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE REASON
EXPLAIN ONE ADVANTAGE OF OPERATING AS A FORMAL
BUSINESS
« Anybody (Annie) can earn his/her own income in his/her own
way VV - you do not have to work in the informal sector V
« Legal and registered VV - Explanation ¥ (3)
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE RESPONSE
FOUR DISADVANTAGES OF THE INFORMAL SECTOR
Illegal practices can occur VV
entrepreneurs avoid the payment of personal income tax
products and services can be of inferior quality
cannot claim VAT-input costs
dealer does not have a strong economic position
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE DISADVANTAGE
(ANY 4x2) (8)
ONE OTHER EXAMPLE OF INFORMAL SECTOR
spaza shops/house shops/garage shops/tuck shops VV
flea markets
hawkers
home industries
vending machines
barbers/hair salons from home
O00 OCG O
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE EXAMPLE
DO NOT ACCEPT MOBILE SHOP / CARAVAN = GIVEN
(ANY 1x2) (2)
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34 3
3.2 17
TOTAL | 40
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QUESTION 4: FINANCIAL FUNCTION
41 4.1.1
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FOUR ADVANTAGES OF CREDIT TRADE
The business will have more customers VV
The business will have more regular customers
The granting of credit may be used as a means of advertising
The business may charge more for his products
Address list of debtors may be used to advertise special offers
The business gets the goodwill and loyalty of its customers
It stimulates trade
It increase sales
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE ADVANTAGE
(ANY 4 x 2)
FIVE DUTIES OF THE CREDIT DEPARTMENT
Be conversant with the credit policy of the business VV
Determine the terms of credit/credit limit for each client
Keep check that customers do not exceed their terms of credit
Send out regular statements of accounts to customers
Check that records are kept of credit sales and the payment of
accounts
Follow overdue accounts up according to policy of business
Determine when credit may no longer be granted to a
customer/stop granting credit
e Keep up to date with changes in the business world which may
have an effect on credit policy of business
e Counselling of bad debtors
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE DUTY
DO NOT ACCEPT ‘DETERMINE CREDITWORTHINESS OF
CUSTOMER’ = GIVEN
(ANY 5 x 2)
EXPLAIN TWO SOURCES TO DETERMINE CREDIT-
WORTHINESS OF CUSTOMER
* Application form for credit Vv - all necessary information needed
is required by the form V
Interview — get additional information and discuss application
Business reference — names of other businesses with which
he/she conducted business on credit with
e Credit agencies/bureau — businesses that keep records of
financial positions of persons (pay for that information)
e Bank reference - status report may be obtained from
customers bank
(8)
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e¢ Employers — may contact employer of applicant to verify
information
« Business Chambers — they keep a ‘black list! of bad payers in
their town
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE SOURCE
(ANY 2x3) (6)
4.2 THE NECESSITY OF INSURANCE AND FIVE REASONS FOR IT
YES WW (2)
Insurance protects the business person against financial losses arising
from specified undesirable events. VV
The business person may give his full attention to running the business.
Gives peace of mind to the insured.
Certain long-term insurance policies may be transferred (cession) to other
persons or institutions as security for loans.
The insured may obtain a loan from the insurer against certain policies, for
example a life policy.
Insurance enables the employee to make provision for:
- a pension for his retirement (retirement annuities)
- the risk of losing his job and being without a source of income
- medical expenses if he is injured at work (workmen's compensation)
- his dependants when he dies (life assurance).
(MAX 1 x 2)
Insurance enables the employer to make provision for:
- claims laid against him owing to irresponsible actions of employees
- claims laid against him by employees for injuries sustained during work
- damage and losses caused by employees, for example theft of money
- expenses which may result owing to the death of a senior member
(MAX 1 x 2)
Life insurance offers the opportunity to the business person to make
provision for himself and his dependants for the future.
Insurance may be used as a form of compulsory saving.
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE RESPONSE
(ANY5x2) (10)
OR
NO WY
Premiums are very high VV
Fraud can take place
Underinsurance is possible
Misunderstandings of provisions
Money lost when you don't claim
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE REASON
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4.3 TWO CONDITIONS FOR AN INSURANCE CONTRACT
¢ insurable interestv¥
e good faith
(2 x 2) {4)
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44 24
4.2 12
43 4
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QUESTION 5: PRODUCTION AND MARKETING FUNCTIONS
5.1 5.1.1
5.1.3
5.1.4
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FOUR REASONS / ADVANTAGES FOR QUALITY CONTROL
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Customers are assured that predetermined grading is
maintained VV
Workers are encouraged to do their best in packing the oranges
Reducing mistakes in packing can be used as basis for
performance bonuses
Costs may be reduced by early identification of below standard
oranges — reduces rejects
It leads to improved product quality
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE REASON
(ANY 4 x 2)
EXPLAIN TWO TYPES OF MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS
Remedialicorrective ¥V - the machine is fixed after it has broken
Preventative — been done on a regular basis according to a
schedule
Conditional — equipment are inspected and tested according to
a predetermined plan
(ANY 2 x 3)
FIVE SAFETY MEASURES IN THE PACKING DEPOT
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Special training of workers VV
Supply protective clothing and devices
Draw up safety prescriptions for layout of factory
Take measures for tidiness/cleanliness/health
care/sanitation/ventilation/ lighting
Keep all tools and equipment in predetermined places
Supply suitable facilities (e.g. first aid; rest rooms; etc.) for
workers
Structural safety
Fire prevention measures MAX 2 X 2
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE MEASURE
(ANY 5 x 2)
TWO OBJECTIVES OF PACKAGING
Physical protection to the oranges VV
Promotes marketing/sales of the oranges
For storage of the oranges
For transport of the oranges
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE OBJECTIVE
(ANY 2 x 2)
(8)
(6)
(10)
(4)
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APPLY TWO REQUIREMENTS FOR PACKAGING TO
ORANGES
© must be eye-catching VV - box can have bright pictures of
oranges on the outside ¥
e suitable for display purposes — top part of box must be easily
removable to display oranges
e satisfy the requirements of the dealers — provide packaging they
requested
e designed for the target market — get the attention of your target
market
e different from that of competitors — something unique on
packaging
promote the image of the business — special logo etc
well designed and strong to protect the contents — oranges
must not be damaged inside
help to promote sales — must create desire to have
suit the product — e.g. no glass containers for oranges
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE REQUIREMENT
(ANY 2 x 3)
THREE FACTORS THAT CAN INFLUENCE PRICE
Satisfaction of needs VV
Nature of demand
Competition
Availability of substitutes
Form of market/ E.g. Monopoly/perfect competition
Normal trade practices / discounts / rebates
Fixed prices
Production costs
Distribution costs
Attitude/Reaction of dealers
Credit policy of business
Marketing strategy
Behaviour/Reaction of consumers
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ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE FACTOR
(ANY 3 x 2)
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TOTAL | 40
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QUESTION 6: GENERAL MANAGEMENT
6.1 SIX STEPS IN THE PLANNING PROCESS
Establish aims/define problem VV
Gather information/Formulate assumptions
Analyse information / different plans
Choose the best alternative/plan
Develop action plans
Implementation
Follow up/Evaluating
ACCEPT ANY ORDER OF THE PROCESS
6.2 6.2.1 DISMISSAL OF DENNIS
NO/UNJUSTIFIED VV
* No written warning VV
e No procedure/incorrect procedure was followed
e Language problem
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE RESPONSE
ANSWER CANNOT BE ‘YES'
NO WITH NO MOTIVATION = 0 MARKS
6.2.2 TWO WAYS TO IMPROVE COMMUNICATION
Written instructions VV
Updated notice boards
Newsletters
Manuals
Policy documents
Minutes of meetings
Electronic devices
Commonly understood language
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE WAY
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(ANY 2x2) (4)
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FOUR WAYS TO MOTIVATE YOUR EMPLOYEES
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Incentives VW
Assurance that they may continue to work/work security
Participation in the decision-making process
Pleasant working conditions
Promotion opportunities
Recognition for good performance
Purposeful leadership or management
Humane treatment
Bonuses
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE WAY
DO NOT ACCEPT "INCREASE OF SALARY/WAGE' = GIVEN
(ANY 4x2) = (8)
PRINCIPLES WITH DISCIPLINARY ACTION
« Rules and regulations must be compiled vv
e Transgressors must be given the opportunity to defend themselves/Appeal
e Corrective behaviour must be suggested
e Same offences must be punished in same way
¢ Offences must be followed up immediately
e Investigate the offence/No hearsay evidence
e Don't confront a transgressor in front of colleagues
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE PRINCIPLE
(ANY 3x2) (6)
THREE REASONS WHY CONTROLLING IS IMPORTANT
¢ To see that objectives are achieved VV
e To see that everything goes according to plan
e So that deviations can be identified in good time
e So that corrective steps can be taken
e So that planning can be adjusted
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE REASON
(ANY3x2) (6)
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6.41 12
6.2 8
6.3 8
6.4 6
6.5 6
TOTAL | 40
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QUESTION 7: ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTION AND FORMS OF OWNERSHIP
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CENTRALISED OR DECENTRALISED AND ONE REASON TO
MOTIVATE
* Centralised VV - the administrative activities are at a central
place and at the disposal of all the departments VV
OR
e Decentralised - this can be a branch of Charlton Pty (Ltd) and
has its own administrative department
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE RESPONSE
ANSWER MUST BE LINKED TO 7.1.1
FOUR ADVANTAGES OF:
CENTRALISATION
Specialisation in one field is possible VV
Division of labour is possible
Standardisation of work is possible
Large volumes of work can be completed in shorter time
Duplication of work is eliminated
Decisions are more authoritative
Uniform procedures of work
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE ADVANTAGE
OR
DECENTRALISATION
In a small office, red tape is avoided
Sound human relations are promoted
Office workers are exposed to a variety of office duties
Personal interest in the work is stimulated
Productivity of workers are higher
Matters are finalised more easily and quickly
Confidentiality is easier to control
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE ADVANTAGE
(ANY 4x 2)
(4)
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7.1.3 FIVE FACTORS INFLUENCING CENTRALISATION OR
DECENTRALISATION
Experience and training of staff VV
Level of standardisation
Competency of management
Geographical distribution of businesses
Nature of business
Size of business
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE FACTOR
(ANY 5x2) (10)
7.2 SIX ADVANTAGES OF A PUBLIC COMPANY
The liability of the shareholders is limited Vv
The company has unlimited continuity
The company can raise large amounts of capital
The shares are freely transferable
The company may be listed on the Securities Exchange
Management of company acts independently from shareholders
Experts can be appointed as directors of the company
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE ADVANTAGE
(ANY 6x2) (12)
7.3 THREE WAYS FOR A COMPANY TO BE A CONTROLLING COMPANY
e Holding the majority / more than 50% of the shares of another
company VV
e Exercise the majority / more than 50% of the voting rights
e Have the power to appoint the majority / more than 50% of the directors
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE WAY
(ANY 2x3) (6)
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7.1 22
7.2 12
7.3 6
TOTAL | 40
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8.1 8.1.1
8.2 8.2.1
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PRODUCTION FUNCTION AND THE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
TYPE OF PRODUCTION SYSTEM
jobbing/production on order/unit production/interrupted VV
FOUR DISADVANTAGES OF JOBBING
The production cost per unit is higher VV
Large capital layout in raw materials
More skilled labour force is required
High stock levels of raw materials
High handling (cost) of product
Production control is difficult
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE DISADVANTAGE
(ANY 4x 2)
EXAMPLES OF COST
Direct labour cost
* wage of Lindie VV
e wage of Lindie's seamstress
e wage of anybody working directly on the dress
Direct raw material cost
e material/fabric for dress VV
e zip
¢ buttons
Fixed overhead cost
¢ rental of studio/work room/work space VV
e depreciation of dressmaking machines
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE EXAMPLE
(ANY 3 x 2)
CORRECT NAMES OF INSTITUTIONS
Johannesburg Stock/Securities Exchange (Ltd) Vv
South African Bureau of Standards VV
(2)
(8)
(6)
(4)
8.2.2
8.2.3
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FIVE SERVICES OF THE JSE
Protects investors VV
Encourages small investors to participate in the economic
development of South Africa
Serves as an important link between investors and
entrepreneurs
Offers facilities for financial institutions to invest their funds in
shares
Provides the opportunity for company shares to be assessed by
a large number of professionals
Publishes share prices daily
Is a sensitive barometer of economic conditions and price
tendencies
Makes an important contribution to the economic stability and
growth of South Africa
Offers the opportunity to convert an investment into cash
relatively easily
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE SERVICE
DO NOT ACCEPT 'MARKET FOR NEGOTIABLE SECURITIES' =
GIVEN
(ANY 5 x 2)
FIVE SERVICES OF THE SABS
Promote standardisation in industry VV
Prepare specifications and codes of practice
Provide facilities for the testing of products
Control the use of standardisation and distinctive marks
Undertake education work in connection with standardisation
Promote national awareness of quality
Determine standard of imported goods
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE SERVICE
(ANY 5 x 2)
8.1
16
8.2
24
TOTAL | 40
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QUESTION 9: MISCELLANEOUS
THIS QUESTION CONSISTS OF SIX QUESTIONS (9.1--9.6). CANDIDATES NEED
TO ANSWER ANY FOUR ONLY. MARK ONLY THE FIRST FOUR QUESTIONS
ANSWERED.
9.1
9.2
9.3
FIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF A PRIVATE COMPANY
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A minimum of 1 shareholder VV
A maximum of 50 shareholders
Managed by at least one (1) director
Liability of shareholders is limited
It has its own legal entity
The name must end with (Pty) Ltd
Capital is contributed by owners buying shares in company
Shares are not freely transferable
Profits (dividends) are divided according to kind and number of shares
It has unlimited continuity
Not necessary to audit financial statements
Not necessary to compile a Balance Sheet
It pays income tax on the profit of the company
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE CHARACTERISTIC
(ANY 5 x 2)
FIVE REASONS FOR INDIRECT DISTRIBUTION
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Insufficient funds of manufacturer Vv
Lack of knowledge regarding distribution
Manufacturer can use capital better
Not enough related products
Scattered target market
Insufficient auxiliary services
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE REASON
(ANY § x 2)
FIVE DISADVANTAGES OF STOCKPILING
Large amounts of capital are engaged in stock VV
Costs of storage space is high
Insurance against theft and fire are high
Stock may become obsolete
Losses as a result of damage to stock are high
Price fluctuations can result in products been sold at a lower price
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE DISADVANTAGE
(ANY 5 x 2)
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9.4 FIVE ADVANTAGES OF HAVING SUFFICIENT CASH ON HAND
Receives cash discount for prompt payment VV
Timely payment of obligations facilitates the task of management
Can negotiate lower prices with cash purchases
Unexpected opportunities to make a profit may be used
A business with a high liquidity is respected by the business world
Efficiency of business is increased
Sales are not lost due to an unexpected increase in demand
Surplus cash can be invested
By fulfilling its financial obligations punctually, a business increases its
status with suppliers and banks
More favourable terms can be negotiated with suppliers and banks
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE ADVANTAGE
(ANY5x2) (40)
9.5 FIVE ADVANTAGES OF LINE AND STAFF ORGANISATION STRUCTURE
Quick decision making VV
Clear authority lines
Direct communication so that everybody remains informed
Expert advice is available
Managers remain more focused on managerial work
Advisors help with in-service training
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE ADVANTAGE
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(ANY5x2) (10)
9.6 FIVE SERVICES OF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
¢ To settle disputes amongst members by means of arbitration VW
e To eliminate unnecessary competition
e To study new municipal laws and regulations on behalf of members
e To agitate for municipal laws and regulations
« To introduce uniform shop hours, wages and prices
e Keep a blacklist of defaulters
« Present courses to members and their workers
e Collect information and give advice to members
e Renders a specific service on behalf of a member
e Promote trade in city/town
ACCEPT ANY OTHER SUITABLE SERVICE
{ANY5x2) = (10)
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9.4 10
9.2 10
9.3 10
9.4 10
9.5 10
9.6 10
TOTAL | 40!
TOTAL SECTION B: 200
GRANDTOTAL: 300.
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