Business Concepts Review

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Which business structure faces the disadvantage of unlimited liability?

  • Sole Trader (correct)
  • Public Limited Company (PLC)
  • Private Limited Company (Ltd)
  • Social Enterprise

A company is deciding whether to introduce a new product line. Which marketing activity would provide the MOST direct feedback on initial customer interest?

  • Reviewing existing market reports on similar products.
  • Analyzing government statistics on consumer spending habits.
  • Examining competitor's pricing strategies.
  • Conducting a focus group with potential customers. (correct)

A manufacturing company has decided to invest heavily in automation to increase production speed. What is a POTENTIAL drawback of this decision?

  • Increased need for employee training programs.
  • Reduced flexibility to adapt to changing customer demands. (correct)
  • Less consistent product quality.
  • Higher per-unit production costs.

Which of the following is MOST likely to be a non-financial method of motivating employees?

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A business is experiencing difficulty paying its short-term debts. Which of the following ratios would be MOST helpful in assessing the company's ability to meet these obligations?

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If a country increases the minimum wage, which component of the PESTLE analysis would this fall under?

<p>Legal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which leadership style is MOST likely to result in quick decisions but may not consider employee input?

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Which financial statement provides a snapshot of a company's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time?

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A company's strategy is failing. What is the FIRST step it should take in the strategic evaluation process?

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What is the PRIMARY goal of lean production?

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Which of the following is an example of 'place' within the marketing mix (4Ps)?

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Why might a business choose cost-plus pricing?

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What is the MAIN purpose of quality assurance?

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What is a possible disadvantage of offering commission-based pay to a sales team?

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Why might a company choose to use venture capital as a source of finance?

<p>Venture capitalists are willing to invest in high-risk, high-growth potential businesses. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which situation would be considered an economic factor in a PESTLE analysis?

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Which of the following best describes corporate social responsibility (CSR)?

<p>A business considering its impact on society and the environment. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is communication important for a manager?

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In SWOT analysis, what is an 'opportunity'?

<p>An external factor that the business could exploit to its advantage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of a company's financial statements shows the movement of cash both into and out of a business over a period of time?

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Flashcards

Business Organization

Transforms inputs into outputs to profitably satisfy customer needs.

Sole Trader

A business owned and run by one person, who is personally liable for all business debts.

Partnership

A business owned by two or more people, who share profits or losses.

Private Limited Company (Ltd)

A company whose shares are not traded on the stock exchange.

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Public Limited Company (PLC)

A company whose shares are traded on the stock exchange.

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Social Enterprise

A business that prioritizes social or environmental aims, reinvesting profits to achieve these goals.

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Franchise

Involves buying the rights to use an existing business’s model and brand.

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Marketing

Identifying, anticipating, and satisfying customer needs profitably.

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Primary Research

Collecting new data directly from sources.

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Secondary Research

Analyzing existing data from various reports and statistics.

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The 4 P's

Product, Price, Place, Promotion

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Target Market

A specific group of customers a business aims to reach.

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Market Segmentation

Divides the market into groups with similar characteristics (e.g., age, income, lifestyle).

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Operations Management

Managing processes that transform inputs into outputs.

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Automation

Using machines to perform tasks previously done by humans.

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Human Resource Management (HRM)

Managing the workforce to achieve business objectives.

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Motivation

Encouraging employees to work hard and achieve their potential.

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Budgeting

Planning future income and expenditure.

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Management

Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources.

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Business Strategy

A long-term plan to achieve business objectives.

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