# Business Studies Grade 12 P1 NSC November 2022 QP (Eng)

> Grade 12 Business Studies Paper 1 question paper from the NSC November Exam 2022 (English), 9 pages. Read online or download the free PDF.

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- Subject: Business Studies
- Grade: Grade 12
- Document type: Question paper
- Year: 2022
- Exam period: NSC November Exam
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- Curriculum: CAPS
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                                 NATIONAL
                            SENIOR CERTIFICATE

                                    GRADE 12

                              BUSINESS STUDIES P1

                                 NOVEMBER 2022

MARKS: 150

TIME: 2 hours

                       This question paper consists of 9 pages.

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Business Studies/P1                          2                           DBE/November 2022
                                            NSC

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 note of what is required.

       Note that ONLY the answers to the first TWO questions selected in SECTION B
       and the answers to the FIRST question selected 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-type                2             40
          questions                                 3             40               70
          CHOICE:                                   4             40
          Answer any TWO.

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

                       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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Business Studies/P1                           3                          DBE/November 2022
                                             NSC

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         This Act creates a framework for acceptable employment practices
                      and safety regulations in the workplace:

                      A    Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 1997 (Act 75 of
                           1997)
                      B    Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases
                           Amendment Act (COIDA), 1997 (Act 61 of 1997)
                      C    Consumer Protection Act (CPA), 2008 (Act 68 of 2008)
                      D    Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (BBBEE),
                           2003 (Act 53 of 2003)

        1.1.2         Bavaro Limited used … as a BBBEE pillar when they requested their
                      black employees to participate in the decision-making process.

                      A    ownership
                      B    enterprise and supplier development
                      C    skills development
                      D    management control

        1.1.3         Dyna Auto Motors operate in the … sector as they manufacture luxury
                      cars.

                      A    economic
                      B    secondary
                      C    primary
                      D    tertiary

        1.1.4         The process of matching an employee's skills and abilities with the
                      requirements of a job:

                      A    Recruitment
                      B    Selection
                      C    Placement
                      D    Induction

        1.1.5         The … function is responsible for keeping documents orderly and in a
                      safe place.

                      A    administration
                      B    purchasing
                      C    general management
                      D    public relations                                         (5 x 2)     (10)

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                                              NSC

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.

                 fair and honest dealings; description; performance; SWOT;
                       forward vertical; PESTLE; specification; choose;
                                 management; backward vertical

        1.2.1         Ann exercised her right to …, as stipulated in the Consumer
                      Protection Act (CPA), 2008 (Act 68 of 2008), when she requested a
                      written quotation from Tido Trading.

        1.2.2         ZZ Butchery bought Mike Cattle Farm to have greater control over the
                      supply of meat products. This is known as the … integration strategy.

        1.2.3         Vally Trading compiled a … analysis to identify good practices and
                      challenges within the business.

        1.2.4         The job … outlines the minimum acceptable qualifications and skills
                      needed for the job.

        1.2.5         Quality … can be obtained if all departments work together for the
                      same quality standard.                                     (5 x 2)         (10)

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Business Studies/P1                                5                         DBE/November 2022
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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         Black Economic               A    employees are paid for the number of
                      Empowerment                       items produced in a month

        1.3.2         Strategic management         B    provides regular and positive press
                      process                           releases

        1.3.3         Time-related                 C    candidates who applied for a vacancy
                                                        are all invited to attend the interview
        1.3.4         Screening
                                                   D    benefited only a few previously
        1.3.5         Public relations function         disadvantaged people

                                                   E    developing an action plan that
                                                        includes tasks to be done

                                                   F    employees are paid for the number of
                                                        hours worked

                                                   G    candidates who meet the minimum
                                                        requirements are separated from
                                                        others

                                                   H    benefited a broader base of
                                                        previously disadvantaged people

                                                   I    developing an action plan to share
                                                        with competitors

                                                   J    uses pricing techniques to ensure a
                                                        competitive advantage
                                                                                       (5 x 2)      (10)

                                                                         TOTAL SECTION A:           30

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Business Studies/P1                            6                          DBE/November 2022
                                              NSC

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 any TWO types of defensive strategies.                                              (2)

2.2      Outline the advantages of diversification strategies.                                    (6)

2.3      Identify the PESTLE elements that pose a challenge to Simmy Traders in
         EACH statement below:

         2.3.1        Many customers cannot afford their products due to low income
                      levels, resulting in a decline in sales.

         2.3.2        They do not have internet facilities to cater for customers who prefer
                      to make online purchases.

         2.3.3        Simmy Traders can no longer afford to deliver goods due to the
                      increase in the fuel price.                                                 (6)

2.4      Explain the steps in strategy evaluation.                                                (6)

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

                                        EXCEL BANK (EB)

         Excel Bank offers various financial products to prospective clients. The bank
         conducts an affordability assessment before credit is granted. EB ensures that
         their clients receive information in an understandable language. They also
         allow clients to access and challenge their credit records.

         2.5.1        Quote TWO consumer rights in terms of the National Credit Act
                      (NCA), 2005 (Act 34 of 2005) from the scenario above.                       (2)

         2.5.2        Discuss the impact of the National Credit Act on businesses.                (6)

2.6      Explain overtime as one of the provisions of the Basic Conditions of
         Employment Act (BCEA), 1997 (Act 75 of 1997).                                            (4)

2.7      Advise businesses on how they could apply the following forces of the Porter's
         Five Forces model to analyse their position in the market environment:

         2.7.1        Power of buyers                                                             (4)

         2.7.2        Threat/Barriers to new entrants to the market                                (4)
                                                                                                  [40]
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QUESTION 3: BUSINESS OPERATIONS

3.1      Name any THREE examples of fringe benefits.                                             (3)

3.2      Outline the role of the interviewer before the interview.                               (4)

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

                                   MAPS COMPUTERS (MC)

         Maps Computers specialise in the manufacturing of computers. MC advertised
         a vacancy for a project manager on their business noticeboard.

         3.3.1        Identify the method of recruitment used by MC. Motivate your answer
                      by quoting from the scenario above.                                        (3)

         3.3.2        Explain the advantages of the method of recruitment identified in
                      QUESTION 3.3.1 for a business.                                             (4)

3.4      Discuss the reasons for the termination of an employment contract.                      (6)

3.5      Outline the quality indicators of the financial function.                               (4)

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

                                  RASHID MANUFACTURERS (RM)

         Rashid Manufacturers implement total quality management (TQM) to reduce
         the cost of quality. The employees of RM attend regular training sessions to
         understand their role in quality management. RM share good practices with
         business partners. They also work closely with suppliers to improve the quality
         of their raw materials.

         3.6.1        Quote TWO ways in which TQM reduces the cost of quality from the
                      scenario above.                                                            (2)

         3.6.2        Explain other ways in which TQM can reduce the cost of quality.            (4)

3.7      Discuss the impact of total quality management (TQM) if poorly implemented
         by businesses.                                                                          (4)

3.8      Advise large businesses on the advantages of adequate financing and capacity
         as a total quality management (TQM) element.                                             (6)
                                                                                                 [40]

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QUESTION 4: MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS

BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS

4.1      Name any TWO types of business environments and state the extent of control
         businesses have over EACH business environment.

         Use the table below as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 4.1.

              BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS                          EXTENT OF CONTROL
         1.
         2.                                                                                       (4)

4.2      Outline the role of SETAs in supporting the Skills Development Act (SDA),
         1998 (Act 97 of 1998).                                                                   (4)

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

                                 TOM TRADING ENTERPRISE (TTE)
         Tom Trading Enterprise wanted to increase the sale of their products. TTE
         employed additional sales representatives to distribute their products to other
         provinces.

         4.3.1        Identify the type of intensive strategy used by TTE in the scenario
                      above.                                                                      (2)
         4.3.2        Explain TWO other types of intensive strategies.                            (6)

4.4      Suggest ways in which businesses could comply with the Employment Equity
         Act (EEA), 1998 (Act 55 of 1998).                                                        (4)

BUSINESS OPERATIONS

4.5      State FOUR aspects that should be included in an employment contract.                    (4)

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

                                   TUMISHO CONSULTANTS (TC)
         Tumisho Consultants recently employed Mandy as a senior cashier. The
         management of TC agreed that Mandy will be offered in-service training to
         improve her skills. TC drew up a progamme to ensure a smooth induction
         process. Mandy will be given the opportunity to experience different
         departments.

         4.6.1        Quote TWO purposes of induction from the scenario above.                    (2)
         4.6.2        Describe the benefits of induction for businesses.                          (4)

4.7      Explain how businesses can apply any TWO steps of the PDCA model to
         improve the quality of their products.                                                   (6)

4.8      Advise businesses on the quality indicators of the purchasing function.                   (4)
                                                                                                  [40]
                                                                         TOTAL SECTION B:         80
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                                           NSC

SECTION C

Answer ANY ONE question in this section.

NOTE: Clearly indicate the QUESTION NUMBER of the chosen question. 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 (LEGISLATION)

The Labour Relations Act (LRA), 1995 (Act 66 of 1995) makes provision for the rights
of employees in the workplace. Businesses are expected to have a sound knowledge
of this Act for effective implementation. Many businesses implement legal advice to
avoid penalties for non-compliance with the LRA.

Write an essay on the Labour Relations Act in which you include the following aspects:

   Outline the rights of employees in terms of the Labour Relations Act.
   Explain the purpose of the Labour Relations Act.
   Discuss the impact of the Labour Relations Act on businesses.
   Advise businesses on penalties they may face for non-compliance with this Act.         [40]

QUESTION 6: BUSINESS OPERATIONS (QUALITY OF PERFORMANCE)

Businesses implement quality control and quality assurance processes to produce high
quality products. They also enjoy the benefits of a high quality management system.
Continuous skills development and total client satisfaction contribute towards the
effective implementation of total quality management (TQM). Other businesses prefer
to use the services of quality circles to achieve the desired outcome.

Write an essay on quality of performance in which you include the following aspects:

   Outline the differences between quality control and quality assurance.
   Explain the benefits of a good quality management system.
   Discuss the impact of the following TQM elements on large businesses:
    o Continuous skills development/Education and training
    o Total client/customer satisfaction
   Advise businesses on the role of quality circles as part of continuous improvement
    to processes and systems.                                                              [40]

                                                                  TOTAL SECTION C:         40
                                                                     GRAND TOTAL:          150

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