Business Ownership and Economic Systems Quiz

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Which type of business ownership is most suitable for businesses needing large amounts of capital for expansion?

A company is most suitable.

If a business owner desires absolute decision-making power, which form of business organization is preferable?

Sole proprietorship

For businesses requiring direct personal contact with customers, which organizational form may be best suited?

Sole proprietorship is more suitable.

What type of economic system is noted for having both public and private sector organizations?

Mixed economy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of public sector enterprises in terms of ownership?

They are owned and managed by the government. Signup and view all the answers

Name a specific way public sector enterprises might be created?

By a special act of the parliament. Signup and view all the answers

Besides sole proprietorship, what other business structure allows for combined resources?

Partnership firms. Signup and view all the answers

If the scale of operations is small or medium, what business structures are noted as suitable?

Partnership or sole proprietorship. Signup and view all the answers

What key characteristic made Kaveripatta a major trade hub?

Its scientific construction and strong facilities for loading and unloading merchandise. Signup and view all the answers

Name three types of goods that were traded in Kaveripatta.

Perfumes, silk, and gold are three types of goods traded in Kaveripatta. Signup and view all the answers

What two major regions were connected to Tamralipti, by sea or land?

The West and the Far East. Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of both an export and import of Tamralipti?

An export included spices or cotton, while an import included horses or wine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary distinction between economic and non-economic activities?

Economic activities are performed to earn a livelihood, while non-economic activities are done out of love or sentiment. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three categories into which economic activities are divided?

Business, profession, and employment are the three categories of economic activities. Signup and view all the answers

Define the term 'business' in context of the text.

Business refers to an occupation involving the purchase, production, or sale of goods and services with the goal of earning profits. Signup and view all the answers

What are two characteristics of business activities according to the text?

Two characteristics of business activities are that they are an economic activity and that they involve the production or procurement of goods and services. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main categories of commercial activities?

Trade and Auxiliaries to Trade. Signup and view all the answers

How does transportation facilitate commerce?

Transportation removes the hindrance of place by moving goods from production locations to markets. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a wholesaler in the distribution chain?

A wholesaler buys goods in large quantities from producers and sells them to other dealers, acting as a link between producers and retailers. Signup and view all the answers

How do storage and warehousing activities aid in commerce?

They remove the hindrance of time by holding stock of goods until they are needed for sale. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of insurance in the context of commerce?

Insurance removes the hindrance of risk by providing protection against losses or damage to goods due to theft, fire, accidents, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of banking in the commercial sector?

Banking removes the hindrance of finance by providing funds to businesses for acquiring assets, purchasing raw materials, and meeting other expenses. Signup and view all the answers

Define the term 'internal trade'.

Internal trade refers to the buying and selling of goods and services within the geographical boundaries of a country. Signup and view all the answers

How does advertising remove a hindrance in commerce?

Advertising removes the hindrance of information by informing consumers about available goods and services. Signup and view all the answers

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Test your knowledge on business ownership types, economic systems, and historical trade hubs. This quiz will explore different organizational forms of business, characteristics of public sector enterprises, and significant trade routes in history. Ideal for students looking to understand business fundamentals and economic interactions.