# Economics Grade 12 Paper 1 KZN Prelim 2022 Question Paper

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- Subject: Economics
- Grade: Grade 12
- Document type: Question paper
- Year: 2022
- Exam period: KZN Prelim
- Paper: 1
- Curriculum: CAPS
- Pages: 14

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1.     Answer THREE questions as follows:

       •       SECTION A: COMPULSORY
       •       SECTION B: Answer any TWO questions from this section.
       •       SECTION C: Answer any ONE of the two questions.

2.     Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
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SECTION A (COMPULSORY)

QUESTION 1                                                     30 MARKS - 20 MINUTES

1.1    Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
       Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A-0) next to the question
       number (1.1.1-1.1.8) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.1.9. D.

       1.1.1 Spending that takes place irrespective of the level of income is called ...
             expenditure.

               A.    consumption
               B.    autonomous
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       1.1.3 Business cycles that last between three to five years are called ... cycles.

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       1.1.5 The practise of selling goods in a foreign country at a lower price than the
             cost of production in the country of origin is known as ...

               A.    integ rating
               B.    exporting
               C.    importing
               D.    dumping

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      1.1.6 Strategies, rules and regulations aimed at affecting import and exports
            in the country is referred to as ... policy

              A.     monetary
              B.     development
              C.     trade
              D.     fiscal

       1.1. 7 An increase in a number of people living in towns and cities is known as ...

              A.     privatisation
              B.     nationalisation
              C.     centralisation
              D.     urbanisation

       1.1.8 An interest rate that commercial banks offer to their most creditworthy
             clients is called the ... rate.

              A.     prime
              B.     repo
              C.     fixed
              D.     preference                                                       (8x2)(16)

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1.2    Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches the item in COLUMN A.
       Write only the letter (A-I) next to the question numbers (1.2.1. to 1.2.8) in
       the ANSWER BOOK.

               COLUMN A                                     COLUMN B
      1.2.1 Double counting              A.     Encompasses industries that produce
                                                finished, usable goods or are involved in
                                                construction.
      1.2.2 Trend line
                                          B.    An international reserve asset created by
                                                the IMF to supplement the official
                                                reserves of its member countries.
      1.2.3 Budget
                                          C.    Number of years a new-born is anticipated
                                                to live from birth.
      1.2.4 Special drawing rights
                                          D.    An official state ban on trade or other
                                                activities with a particular country.
      1.2.5 Embargo
                                          E.    An economic indicator showing the
                                                general direction in which the economy is
      1.2.6 Wealth taxes                        moving.

                                          -F.    The document that details expected
                                                 revenue and projected expenditure.
       1.2.7 Secondary sector
                                          G.     Incorrect higher total in national accounts
                                                 caused by adding intermediate products
                                                 to final products.
                      expectancy
                                          H.     Transfer duties based on the market value
                                                 of assets owned b taxpa ers.

                                                                                   (8 X 1) (8)

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1.3    Give ONE term for EACH of the following descriptions. Write only the
       term next to the question numbers (1.3.1 to 1.3.6) in the
       ANSWER BOOK. Abbreviations, acronyms and examples WILL NOT
       be accepted.

       1.3.1 Value of all final goods and services produced by permanent
             citizens of the country over a specified period.

       1.3.2 The action by the South African Reserve Bank to occasionally
             change the balance that banks are required to maintain.

       1.3.3 Removal of unnecessary restrictions by law.

       1.3.4 When a country can produce a specific goods and services at
             lower average cost than other countries.

       1.3.5 The worldwide movement towards economic, financial, trade
             and communication integration.

       1.3.6 The study of a population in terms of age, sex and race.
                                                                                   (6 X 1) (6)

                                                             TOTAL SECTION A: 30 MARKS

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SECTION B

Answer TWO of the three questions in this section in the ANSWER BOOK.

QUESTION 2: MACROECONOMICS                                      40 MARKS - 30 MINUTES

2.1     Answer the following questions.

        2.1.1 Name TWO examples of financial markets.                                  (1 X 2) (2)

        2.1.2 How does an improvement in technology benefi"                                      (2)

2.2     Study the extract below and answer questions that follow.

                     CHANGES IN HOUSEHOLD SPENDING P

      During the second quarter of 2021, final consumption expenditure by households
      represents two thirds of domestic expenditure, with government spending and
      capital formation accounting for the other third. Net exports dropped to 60%.
      Private consumption expenditure amounted to R920-billion, which was higher
      than two years ago in nominal terms, but 1.9% lower when adjusted for inflation.

                                                    Source: Daily Maverick, September 2021

        2.2.1   Identify the method used to calculate the national income from the
                above extract.                                                                   ( 1)

        2.2.2 What trend is shown by net exports?                                                (1)

        2.2.3 Briefly describe the term circular flow.                                           (2)

        2.2.4 Why are nominal figures not a true reflection of the country's economic
              growth?                                                                            (2)

        2.2.5 Why is it important for a country to calculate its national income?       (2 x 2) (4)

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2.3       Study the table below and answer questions that follow.

                                          MOVING AVERAGES

                             YEAR            2017       2018      2019      2020     2021

                       GDP GROWTH (%)        1.4%       0.8%      0.2%     -6.4%     4.9%

                                                     [Adapted from Worldbank.org, March 2022]

          2.3.1      Identify the trend shown by GDP growth between 2020 and 2021?                        (1)

          2.3.2 Provide a term that refers to the use of past data to predict the future.                 (1)

          2.3.3 Briefly describe the term moving averages.                                                (2)

          2.3.4 Explain the effect of COVID-19 restrictions on the economy.                               (2)

          2.3.5 How can monetary policies be used to smooth-out fluctuations on
                business cycles?                                                                  (2 X 2) (4)

2.4                                   lled graph, explain the relationship between
                                       n.                                                                 (8)

2.5                                   reduce a deficit on the balance of payments?                        (8)

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QUESTION 3: ECONOMIC PURSUITS                           40 MARKS - 30 MINUTES

3.1    Answer the following questions.

       3.1.1   Name any TWO examples of cash ben                         ouseholds
               from the government.                                                              (2)

                                                                         rican economy? (2)

3.2    Study the cartoon below and answer questions that follow.

                       IMPORTS SUBSTITUTION, THE WAY TO GO!

                                                                   SOURCE: Gooale.com

        3.2.1 Identify the policy used by the government to discourage
              expenditure on foreign products.                                                         (1)

        3.2.2 Name the international organization that promotes free trade.                            ( 1)

         3.2.3 Briefly describe the term export promotion.                                             (2)

         3.2.4 Why is it important for South Africa to trade with other countries?                     (2)

         3.2.5 How does an increase in imports affect the country?                              (2 X 2) (4)

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 3.3    Study the extract below and answer questions that follow.

                     JIPSA: THE SOLUTION FOR SKILLS SHORTAGE

  The Joint Initiative on Priority Skills Acquisition (JIPSA) was launched on 27 March 2006.
  Its aim is to identify urgent skills needs and effective solutions such as special training
  programmes, re-engaging retirees and drawing immigrants with necessary skills as well
  as to focus on developing skills in infrastructure project management. JIPSA is a joint
  initiative between government, labour and businesses.
                                                                   [Adapted from Google. com]

        3.3.1 Identify the growth and development strategy discussed above.                   (1)
        3.3.2 Name the government department that is responsible for skills
              development in South Africa.                                                    (1)
        3.3.3 Briefly describe the term economic growth.                                      (2)
        3.3.4 Explain the negative impact of a shortage of skilled labour force in
              the country?                                                                   (2)
        3.3.5 How does the Black Economic Empowerment Programmes
              improve the lives of the previously disadvantaged groups?               (2 x 2) (4)
3.4     Discuss the National Development Plan as the South African approach
        for growth and development.                                                          (8)
3.5     How can protectionism positively influence the economy?      ,1                      (8)

                                                                                             [40]

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QUESTION 4:                   MACROECONOMICS AND ECONOMIC PURSUITS
                                                              40 MARKS - 30 MINUTES

4.1    Answer the following questions.

       4.1.1 Name TV\JO methods of export promotion.                                          (2 X 1) (2)

       4.1.2 How does an increase in aggregate demand benefit the economy?
                                                                                              (1 x2)(2)

4.2    Study the graph below and answer questions that follow.

                              FOREIGN EXCHANGE MARKETS: SOUTH AFRICA

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        4.2.1 Identify the original exchange rate on the graph above.                                   (1)

        4.2.2 Name the exchange rate system used in South Africa.                                       (1)

        4.2.3 Briefly describe the term devaluation.                                                    (2)

                              in any factor that can cause an increase in demand for US dollars
                              uth Africa.                                                               (2)

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4.3      Study the extract below and answer the questions that follow

                          CONSUMER INFLATION CONTINUES TO BITE

      Consumer Price index is the most comprehensive indicator measuring consumer
      inflation in the country. It shows changes in the general purchasing power of the rand.
      This week, the South African Reserve Banks (SARB) could be seen tightening
      monetary policy as inflation continues to head towards the top end of its 3-6% target
      range. Global producer price and food price inflation continues to surprise higher on
      fears of supply chain disruption, with the Russian war in Ukraine pushing oil prices to a
      14-year high.

                                                           [Source: iol. co. za, March 2022]

         4.3.1   Identify a product that is regarded as a commodity from the above
                 extract.                                                                         ( 1)

         4.3.2 Name ONE institution that is responsible for publishing economic
               indicators in South Africa.                                                        (1)

         4.3.3 Briefly describe the term economically active population.                          (2)

         4.3.4 Explain the importance of money supply as an economic indicator?                   (2)

         4.3.5 How does low productivity affect the economy?                            (2x2)     (4)

4.4* Distinguish between nominal and real figures when calculating the GDP.                (4 x 2)(8)
4.5 )j._ How can Small Business Development Programme stimulate the economy?                      (8)

                                                                                                  [40]

                                                               TOTAL SECTION B: 80 MARKS

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SECTION C

Answer any ONE of the two questions in this section in the ANSWER BOOK. Ensure
that your answer follows the structure indicated below in order to obtain maximum marks:

                                                                                      MARK
                       STRUCTUTURE OF ESSAY                                        ALLOCATION
Introduction
The introduction is a lower order-response                                               Max. 2
• A good starting point would be to define the main c
    the question topic.
• Do not include any part of the question in your introduct
 • Do not include any part of the introduction in your body.-, • ,
 • Avoid saying in the introduction what you are going tcfcf1-e·t""fft~l"rff'tt!l""-I
    bod .
 Body
 Main part: Discuss in detail/ In depth discussion/ Examine/ Critically                 Max. 26
 discuss/ Analyse/ Compare/ Evaluate/ Distinguish/Differentiate/
 Explain.
 A maximum of 8 marks may be allocated for headings/ examples.
 Additional part: Give own opinion/ Critically discuss/ Evaluate/                     Max. 1O
 Critically evaluate/ Draw a graph and explain/ Use the graph given and
 explain/ Complete the given graph/ Calculate/ Deduce/ Compare/
  Explain/ Distinguish/ Interpret/ Briefly debate/ How/ Suggest.
 A maximum of 2 marks ma be allocated for mere listin of facts.
  Conclusion
  Any high-order conclusion should include:                                               Max. 2
  • A brief summary of what has been discussed without repeating
     facts already mentioned.
  • Any opinion or value judgment on the facts discussed.
  • Additional support information to strengthen the discussion/
     analysis.
  • A contradictory viewpoint with motivation, if required.
  • Recommendations.

 QUESTION 5: MACRO-ECONOMICS                                            40 MARKS - 40 MINUTES

     •    Discuss in detail the reasons for public sector failure.                                      (26)

     •    How can the South African government improve the provisioning of public goods?                (1 O)
                                                                                                        [40]

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QUESTION 6: ECONOMIC PURSUITS                                     40 MARKS - 40 MINUTES
•       Discuss in details South Africa's initiatives (endeavours) in regional development.   (26)

•       Evaluate the appropriateness of South Africa's regional development policies in
        terms of the international best practice.                                             ( 1O)

                                                                                              [40]

                                                               TOTAL SECTION C: 40 MARKS

                                                                GRAND TOTAL:         150 MARKS

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