Business Studies Grade 12 P2 NSC November Mock 2026 QP

Copyright reserved Please turn over Mock hlayiso mock exams Practice Series: Grade 12 NSC Preparation WWW.HLAYISO.COM NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 BUSINESS STUDIES P2 MOCK EXAMINATION 2026 MARKS: 150 TIME: 2 hours This question paper consists of 9 pages.

Business Studies/P2 2 NSC Mock Hlayiso/Mock 2026 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 answer 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 COMPULSORY 1 30 20 B: THREE direct/indirect-type questions 2 40 70 CHOICE: 3 40 Answer any TWO. 4 40 C: TWO essay-type questions 5 40 30 CHOICE: Answer any ONE. 6 40 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. Copyright reserved Please turn over

Business Studies/P2 3 NSC Mock Hlayiso/Mock 2026 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 Zanele invested R50 000 in a fixed deposit for two years at 10% interest per annum, compounded annually. The total amount (capital plus interest) that she will receive at the end of the investment period is … A R60 000 B R60 500 C R10 500 D R55 000 1.1.2 The name of a … company must end with the letters ’SOC Ltd’. A private B public C state-owned D non-profit 1.1.3 Team members accept each other, agree on the rules and start working together during the … stage of team development. A forming B storming C norming D adjourning 1.1.4 A leader who rewards employees for meeting their targets applies the … leadership style. A transactional B autocratic C laissez-faire D democratic 1.1.5 The … compensates victims of motor vehicle accidents on South African roads. A Unemployment Insurance Fund B Compensation Fund C Pension Fund D Road Accident Fund (5 x 2) (10) Copyright reserved Please turn over

Business Studies/P2 4 NSC Mock Hlayiso/Mock 2026 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. brainstorming; Delphi technique; diversity; professionalism; excess; indemnity; ethics; empty chair; preference; ordinary 1.2.1 Experts who do not meet face-to-face give their opinions on a problem by completing questionnaires in the … 1.2.2 Shareholders who own … shares have voting rights at the annual general meeting of a company. 1.2.3 … refers to the moral principles that guide people to know what is right and wrong. 1.2.4 Zola agreed to pay the first R5 000 of every claim herself, which reduced her monthly insurance premium. This amount is known as an/the … 1.2.5 Lindiwe Holdings employs people of different ages, races and cultures, which promotes … in the workplace. (5 x 2) (10) Copyright reserved Please turn over

Business Studies/P2 5 NSC Mock Hlayiso/Mock 2026 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 Laissez-faire leadership A covers events that will definitely happen, e.g. death 1.3.2 Assurance B individuals write down and rank ideas privately before they are discussed 1.3.3 Brainstorming C an association of two or more persons who share profits according to an agreement 1.3.4 Partnership D the leader involves employees in decision-making 1.3.5 Triple bottom line E the leader gives employees the freedom to make their own decisions F covers events that may happen, e.g. theft G businesses report on their profit, people and planet H businesses contribute a portion of their profits to community projects I many ideas are generated in a short time without criticism J shareholders have limited liability and shares are freely transferable (5 x 2) (10) TOTAL SECTION A: 30 Copyright reserved Please turn over

Business Studies/P2 6 NSC Mock Hlayiso/Mock 2026 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 Name any FOUR factors that should be considered when making investment decisions. (4) 2.2 Outline the advantages of unit trusts as a form of investment. (4) 2.3 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. THANDEKA FLORISTS (TF) Thandeka Florists insured its delivery van, which has a market value of R400 000, for R300 000 only. The van was damaged in a fire and the damage was assessed at R120 000. TF submitted a claim to its insurer. 2.3.1 Name the insurance clause that will be applied by the insurer in the scenario above. (2) 2.3.2 Calculate the amount that TF will receive from the insurer. Show ALL calculations. (4) 2.4 Discuss the advantages of the democratic leadership style. (6) 2.5 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. LUSANDA’S EVENTS (LE) Lusanda presented the annual results of Lusanda’s Events to shareholders. She used a data projector to show her slides and gave each shareholder printed hand-outs of the slides. During question time, one shareholder became aggressive about the decline in profits. 2.5.1 Quote TWO visual aids used by Lusanda from the scenario above. (2) 2.5.2 Recommend ways in which presenters can handle feedback in a non-aggressive and professional manner. (4) 2.6 Discuss the impact of ordinary shares as a form of investment. (6) 2.7 Advise businesses on the advantages of insurance. (4) 2.8 Explain the difference between simple interest and compound interest. (4) [40] Copyright reserved Please turn over

Business Studies/P2 7 NSC Mock Hlayiso/Mock 2026 QUESTION 3: BUSINESS ROLES 3.1 List any FOUR human rights in the workplace. (4) 3.2 Outline the characteristics of successful teams. (4) 3.3 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. IMVULA CONSTRUCTION (IC) Imvula Construction formed a new project team to build a school in Polokwane. At the first meeting, team members were polite and unsure of their roles. A few weeks later, team members argued about who should lead the team and how the work should be divided. 3.3.1 Identify TWO stages of team development applicable to IC. Motivate your answer by quoting from the scenario above. Use the table below as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 3.3.1. STAGES OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT MOTIVATIONS 1. 2. (6) 3.3.2 Discuss the performing stage of team development. (4) 3.4 Explain the impact of corporate social investment (CSI) on businesses. (6) 3.5 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. MOLOI TRANSPORT (MT) Sizwe, a truck driver at Moloi Transport, feels that he was unfairly overlooked for a promotion. He reported the matter verbally to his supervisor, but the matter was not resolved within five working days. 3.5.1 Name the type of workplace issue experienced by Sizwe in the scenario above. (2) 3.5.2 Outline the next steps that Sizwe should follow to resolve the issue identified in QUESTION 3.5.1. (4) 3.6 Recommend ways in which businesses can deal with gender as a diversity issue in the workplace. (4) 3.7 Explain the responsibilities of employees in promoting human health and safety in the workplace. (6) [40] Copyright reserved Please turn over

Business Studies/P2 8 NSC Mock Hlayiso/Mock 2026 QUESTION 4: MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS BUSINESS VENTURES 4.1 Name any TWO types of preference shares. (2) 4.2 Identify the leadership style applied by the managers of Rocks Café (RC) in EACH of the following statements: 4.2.1 Nandi makes all the decisions on her own and gives employees strict instructions. (2) 4.2.2 Kabelo inspires employees through his charm and confidence, which makes them want to follow him. (2) 4.3 Explain the advantages of hand-outs as a visual aid. (4) 4.4 Discuss the impact of fixed deposits as a form of investment. (6) 4.5 Advise businesses on the meaning of indemnity as a principle of insurance. (4) BUSINESS ROLES 4.6 State any FOUR principles of the King Code of good corporate governance. (4) 4.7 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. UMHLANGA MOTORS (UM) Some employees of Umhlanga Motors spend long periods on social media during working hours. A salesperson of UM advertised a used car with a free service plan that did not exist, to attract buyers. 4.7.1 Identify TWO types of unethical business practices at UM. Motivate your answer by quoting from the scenario above. Use the table below as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 4.7.1. UNETHICAL BUSINESS PRACTICES MOTIVATIONS 1. 2. (6) 4.7.2 Recommend ways in which businesses can deal with unfair advertising as an unethical business practice. (4) 4.8 Explain ways in which businesses can deal with HIV/Aids as a socio-economic issue. (6) [40] TOTAL SECTION B: 80 Copyright reserved Please turn over

Business Studies/P2 9 NSC Mock Hlayiso/Mock 2026 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 VENTURES (FORMS OF OWNERSHIP) Entrepreneurs must choose the form of ownership that best suits the needs of their business. A private company has specific characteristics that distinguish it from other companies. Non-profit companies and state-owned companies play an important role in the South African economy, while the success of a partnership depends on criteria such as capital and taxation. Write an essay on forms of ownership in which you include the following aspects: • Outline the characteristics of a private company. • Explain the advantages of a non-profit company. • Discuss the impact of a state-owned company. • Advise businesses on how the following criteria could contribute to the success and/or failure of a partnership: o Capital o Taxation [40] QUESTION 6: BUSINESS ROLES (CREATIVE THINKING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING) Businesses that encourage creative thinking are more likely to find new solutions to problems. Managers can use problem-solving techniques, such as the empty chair technique and force-field analysis, to deal with complex business problems. Group problem-solving has many advantages, but managers should also understand how decision-making differs from problem-solving. Write an essay on creative thinking and problem-solving in which you include the following aspects: • Outline the benefits of creative thinking in the workplace. • Explain how businesses can apply the following problem-solving techniques: o Empty chair technique o Force-field analysis • Discuss the advantages of group problem-solving. • Advise businesses on the differences between decision-making and problem-solving. [40] TOTAL SECTION C: 40 GRAND TOTAL: 150 Copyright reserved