Gr 11 Math Lit: November Hard P(1)
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What is the correct formula for calculating Net Pay?

  • Net Pay = Gross Salary + Total Deductions
  • Net Pay = Gross Salary / Total Deductions
  • Net Pay = Gross Salary × Total Deductions
  • Net Pay = Gross Salary - Total Deductions (correct)

    • What is the term for income received from sources other than employment?

  • Unearned Income (correct)
  • Earned Income
  • Gross Income
  • Government Transfers

    • What is the purpose of budgeting in personal finance?

  • To minimize deductions from gross income
  • To reduce government transfers
  • To increase income through investments
  • To allocate income to cover expenses, savings, and investments (correct)

    • What is the term for setting aside a portion of income for future use or emergencies?

    <p>Savings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of filing taxes in personal finance?

    <p>To declare income to the tax authorities and calculate the amount of tax owed or the refund due</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for income that remains after all deductions, such as taxes, pension contributions, and other mandatory deductions?

    <p>Net Income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diversifying income in personal finance?

    <p>To ensure financial stability by having multiple sources of income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for payments made by the government to individuals, including grants, social security benefits, and unemployment benefits?

    <p>Government Transfers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in understanding and managing sources of income?

    <p>Identify All Sources of Income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for creating a plan for how to allocate income to cover expenses, savings, and investments?

    <p>Budgeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting financial goals?

    <p>To plan and achieve short-term and long-term financial objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total contribution to the UIF from both the employee and employer?

    <p>2% × gross salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a budget and a statement of income-and-expenditure?

    <p>A budget is for predicting future income and expenditure, while a statement is for actual values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum UIF deduction that can be made from an employee's salary?

    <p>R124.78</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating net income?

    <p>Net Income = Total Income - Total Expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of UIF?

    <p>To provide financial support to employees who lose their jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the exchange rate used for?

    <p>Both for travelers and companies importing and exporting goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for estimating currency conversions?

    <p>Approximating the amount of currency using a rounded exchange rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the percentage change in expenditure?

    <p>Percentage Change = ((Actual Value - Previous Value) / Previous Value) × 100%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for accurate currency conversions?

    <p>Converted amount = Foreign currency amount × Exchange rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing predicted and actual values of income and expenditure?

    <p>To identify areas for improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a strong currency?

    <p>A currency that exchanges for more than one unit of another currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for setting aside money for taxes?

    <p>To ensure compliance with tax laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total expenditure?

    <p>Total Expenditure = ∑ All Expense Items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the salary ceiling for calculating UIF?

    <p>R12,478.00 per month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the employer's contribution to the UIF?

    <p>1% × gross salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to regularly review income and expenses?

    <p>To adjust the budget as necessary to accommodate changes in income or expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a budget?

    <p>To plan the future finances of an event, business, or organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the employee's contribution to the UIF?

    <p>1% × gross salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the employee's contribution to the UIF?

    <p>Employee's contribution = 1% × gross salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between Gross Salary and Basic Salary?

    <p>Gross Salary is the total of all income sources, while Basic Salary excludes additional income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Quotation?

    <p>To provide a guideline of all the costs that a customer will have to pay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate Total Deductions?

    <p>Total Deductions = Sum of All Deduction Values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a Receipt and an Invoice?

    <p>A Receipt provides proof of payment, while an Invoice provides a summary of the costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Taxable Income?

    <p>The portion of an employee's salary on which tax is calculated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Net Pay?

    <p>The difference between the Gross Salary and the total deductions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Payslip?

    <p>To show the breakdown of an employee's salary and deductions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate Gross Salary?

    <p>Gross Salary = Basic Salary + Additional Incomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a currency that exchanges for less than one unit of another currency?

    <p>Weak currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines the buying power of a currency?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a step-function graph in tariff systems?

    <p>To show the incremental increase in tariffs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the monthly cost in a non-prepaid electricity tariff system?

    <p>Monthly Cost = Service Charge + Network Charge + (Rate per Unit × Units Used)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a flat line section in a graph represent in a tariff system?

    <p>A period where the cost does not change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the percentage increase?

    <p>Percentage Increase = (New Value - Old Value) / Old Value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in comparing two options?

    <p>Identify the two options that need to be compared</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a break-even analysis in tariff systems?

    <p>To determine the point at which the costs of two tariff systems are equal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cost is considered in a cost analysis?

    <p>Both direct and indirect costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment in comparing two options?

    <p>To evaluate the potential risks of each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of establishing criteria in comparing two options?

    <p>To cover all important aspects of the decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key metric used to evaluate the performance of an event, business, or organization?

    <p>Net income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of documenting the comparison process in making a decision?

    <p>To provide a record of the analysis and rationale for the decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a budget and a statement of income-and-expenditure?

    <p>A budget shows predicted income and expenditure, while a statement of income-and-expenditure shows actual income and expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing predicted values with actual values in a budget?

    <p>To evaluate the performance of an event, business, or organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using historical data in budgeting?

    <p>It ensures that predictions are based on observed data rather than guesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calculating key metrics such as the cost-benefit ratio and return on investment (ROI)?

    <p>To compare the total costs, benefits, and risks of each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using mathematical tools such as tables, graphs, and equations in decision-making?

    <p>It organizes and visualizes the data, making it easier to analyze</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of assessing risks in comparing two options?

    <p>To evaluate the potential risks of each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of presenting the findings in a clear and logical manner?

    <p>To communicate the results effectively to stakeholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing predicted and actual values in budgeting?

    <p>To determine the accuracy of predictions and assess performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the difference between predicted and actual values?

    <p>Difference = Actual Value - Predicted Value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of analyzing income-and-expenditure statements?

    <p>To understand the financial performance over a specific period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the change in value over time?

    <p>Change = Value in Later Period - Value in Earlier Period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cost price of an item?

    <p>The total cost involved in making the item</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the cost of a specific quantity needed?

    <p>Cost of Quantity Needed = (Quantity Needed ÷ Packet Size) × Packet Price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adjusting the cost price?

    <p>To account for other costs not considered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the selling price of an item?

    <p>The price at which an item is sold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the guideline for setting a selling price?

    <p>Use the cost price and market comparison to set a balanced and appropriate selling price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the cost price per item?

    <p>Cost Price per Item = Total Cost of Batch ÷ Number of Items in Batch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

    <p>It is less affected by outliers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

    <p>To measure the spread of the data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of graph is most suitable for comparing the frequency values of different categories over various intervals?

    <p>Double Bar Graph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary disadvantage of using the mean as a measure of central tendency?

    <p>It is affected by outliers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main use of the mode in a data set?

    <p>To identify the most common value in the data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of outliers?

    <p>They are extreme values that differ significantly from other values.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating the measures of central tendency and spread?

    <p>To summarize and understand the characteristics of the data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of graph that is suitable for showing the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrating the different components making up this total frequency?

    <p>Vertical Stack Graph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for choosing the median over the mean as a measure of central tendency?

    <p>The median is less affected by outliers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of comparing the measures of central tendency and spread?

    <p>To choose the most representative measure of central tendency and spread.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between simple and compound interest?

    <p>Simple interest is calculated on the principal, while compound interest is calculated on the principal and interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total amount in a compound interest calculation?

    <p>P × (1 + r)^t</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a compound interest graph?

    <p>A curve showing exponential growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is interest calculated in a transactional account?

    <p>Daily based on the balance at the end of each day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for purchasing an item now and paying for it later through installments?

    <p>Buying on credit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total cost of a loan or hire purchase?

    <p>The sum of the deposit, all payments, and any interest or fees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the fee in a bank fee structure with a fixed cost and a percentage of the transaction value?

    <p>Fee = Fixed cost + (Percentage of transaction value).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a fixed deposit account?

    <p>The balance remains constant during the month.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a loan and a hire purchase?

    <p>A loan is for borrowing money, while a hire purchase is for buying an item.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calculating interest in finance?

    <p>To determine the cost of borrowing money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the break-even point in a business or organization?

    <p>The point where income equals costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating total cost?

    <p>Total Cost = Fixed Costs + (Variable Cost per Unit × Number of Units Sold)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the horizontal axis value in the graphical representation of break-even analysis?

    <p>Quantity of items sold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the method of determining break-even value that involves drawing two graphs?

    <p>Drawing graphs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating break-even quantity?

    <p>Break-even Quantity = Fixed Costs / (Selling Price per Unit - Variable Cost per Unit)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of break-even analysis?

    <p>To determine the point where a business starts making a profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cost price per item?

    <p>The total cost of a batch divided by the number of items in the batch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating income?

    <p>Income = Selling Price per Unit × Number of Units Sold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total cost of batch?

    <p>The sum of the cost of each ingredient or material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the graphical representation of break-even analysis?

    <p>Two intersecting graphs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

    <p>To guide the data collection process and inform the methods used for data collection, organization, representation, and measurement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of a representative sample?

    <p>It reflects the same features and characteristics as the population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a questionnaire and a recording sheet?

    <p>A questionnaire is used to collect data from a specific group or objects, while a recording sheet is used to record the frequency of events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using scatter plot graphs?

    <p>To identify patterns in the relationship between variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the mean of a data set?

    <p>$ ext{Mean} = rac{\sum ext{values}}{ ext{number of values}}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the middle value in a sorted data set?

    <p>Median</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for points in the data that deviate significantly from the other points?

    <p>Outliers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sorting data according to two criteria?

    <p>To analyze the data by organizing it into a structured format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of defining the population and sample in data collection?

    <p>To ensure the sample accurately represents the population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in creating a frequency table?

    <p>Identify the class intervals needed to group the data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main consideration when selecting a data collection instrument?

    <p>The nature of the data and the target population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the percentage of data points in a specific class interval?

    <p>Percentage = (Frequency of the interval / Total number of data points) x 100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of ensuring data collection is free from bias?

    <p>To avoid any factors that might skew the data collection process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the fee?

    <p>$ ext{Fee} = ( ext{Variable fee per unit} imes rac{ ext{Transaction value}}{ ext{Unit}})$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using frequency tables?

    <p>To summarize how often different values appear in a data set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the relationship or pattern between two variables?

    <p>Correlation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of a linear graph in Structure 1?

    <p>It increases at a rate of the given percentage for every unit on the horizontal axis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sorting data in ascending or descending order?

    <p>To analyze the data by organizing it into a structured format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using class intervals in frequency tables?

    <p>To group large sets of data into more manageable categories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of creating separate columns for each category in a frequency table?

    <p>To allow for easier comparison of different categories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of creating a budget in personal finance?

    <p>To allocate income to cover expenses, savings, and investments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key concept in understanding different sources of income?

    <p>Earned income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of filing taxes?

    <p>To declare income to the tax authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of income diversification?

    <p>To ensure financial stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting financial goals?

    <p>To achieve short-term and long-term goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating the net pay?

    <p>To determine the total deductions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a payslip?

    <p>To provide a record of income and deductions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a quotation, invoice, and receipt?

    <p>To ensure accurate reflection of costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of understanding different sources of income?

    <p>To make informed financial decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of budgeting and managing finances?

    <p>To make informed financial decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of creating a plan for taxes?

    <p>To ensure compliance with tax laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key aspect of budgeting?

    <p>Predicting income and expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a statement of income-and-expenditure?

    <p>To describe the current finances of an event, business, or organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing predicted and actual values of income and expenditure?

    <p>To understand how the business actually performed versus how it was planned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of UIF?

    <p>To provide financial support to employees who lose their jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key benefit of regularly reviewing income and expenses?

    <p>To adjust the budget as necessary to accommodate changes in income or expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting financial goals?

    <p>To create a plan to achieve financial objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of comparing income and expenditure values over time?

    <p>To understand how the income and expenditure have changed over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a budget in personal finance?

    <p>To create a plan for how to allocate income to cover expenses, savings, and investments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting aside a portion of income for taxes?

    <p>To ensure compliance with tax laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using mathematical tools and techniques in comparing two options?

    <p>To organize and analyze the data to make an informed decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key step in making a decision after comparing two options?

    <p>Comparing the total costs, benefits, and risks of each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of establishing criteria in comparing two options?

    <p>To evaluate the options based on important aspects of the decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of documenting the comparison process?

    <p>To record the comparison process, including all calculations and rationales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of a budget that allows for a performance assessment?

    <p>Comparison of predicted and actual values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a statement of income-and-expenditure?

    <p>To describe what has actually been spent and earned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key metric used to evaluate the performance of an event, business, or organization?

    <p>Net income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing predicted and actual values of income and expenditure?

    <p>To evaluate the performance of an event, business, or organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using tables and graphs in comparing two options?

    <p>To organize the data and make it more presentable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of assessing the risks of each option in comparing two options?

    <p>To consider the potential risks and their impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing the predicted and actual values of income and expenditure?

    <p>To determine the accuracy of predictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the cost of a specific quantity needed?

    <p>Cost of Quantity Needed = (Quantity Needed / Packet Size) × Packet Price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of determining the cost price of an item?

    <p>To cover the costs involved in making the item</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the net income?

    <p>Net Income = Total Income - Total Expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of analyzing the income-and-expenditure statement?

    <p>To understand the financial performance over a specific period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the difference between predicted and actual values?

    <p>Difference = Actual Value - Predicted Value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of determining the selling price of an item?

    <p>To provide a profit margin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the change in income and expenditure over time?

    <p>Change = Value in Later Period - Value in Earlier Period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to consider additional costs when determining the selling price?

    <p>To ensure a profit margin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calculating the cost price per item?

    <p>To determine the cost of producing a batch of items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a strong currency imply in terms of exchange rates?

    <p>One unit of the currency exchanges for more than one unit of another currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines the buying power of a currency?

    <p>The comparative cost of living and earning power in the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total contribution to the UIF from both the employee and employer if the gross salary is R10,000?

    <p>R200</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an employee earns a salary of R15,000 per month, what is the maximum UIF deduction that can be made from their salary?

    <p>R124.78</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a break-even analysis in tariff systems?

    <p>To determine the point at which the costs of two tariff systems are equal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cost is considered in a cost analysis?

    <p>Both direct and indirect costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the exchange rate used for?

    <p>To compare the value of one currency in relation to another currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the total contribution to the UIF?

    <p>2% × gross salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of establishing criteria in comparing two options?

    <p>To establish a comprehensive framework for comparison</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a currency conversion?

    <p>To compare the value of one currency in relation to another currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment in comparing two options?

    <p>To assess the potential risks and their impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the percentage increase?

    <p>((New Value - Old Value) / Old Value) x 100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the accurate currency conversion?

    <p>Converted amount = Foreign currency amount × Exchange rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a strong currency?

    <p>One unit of the currency exchanges for more than one unit of another currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a flat line section in a graph represent in a tariff system?

    <p>A period of fixed cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a step-function graph in tariff systems?

    <p>To illustrate the incremental nature of the tariff system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the estimation method in currency conversions?

    <p>To provide a general idea of the exchanged amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in comparing two options?

    <p>Establishing the criteria for comparison</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the salary ceiling for calculating the UIF contribution?

    <p>R12,478.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the UIF contribution?

    <p>To provide benefits to employees who become unemployed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between simple interest and compound interest?

    <p>Simple interest is calculated on the principal amount, while compound interest is calculated on the principal plus any accumulated interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total amount in a compound interest scenario?

    <p>Total Amount = P × (1 + r)^t</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the graph representation of compound interest?

    <p>A curve showing exponential growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a transactional account and a fixed deposit account?

    <p>Transactional accounts have a changing balance, while fixed deposit accounts have a constant balance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the interest in a simple interest scenario?

    <p>Interest = P × r × t</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a hire purchase agreement?

    <p>To purchase an item and pay for it through monthly instalments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the fee in a bank fee structure where the fee is a fixed cost plus a percentage of the transaction value?

    <p>Fee = Fixed cost + (Percentage of transaction value)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a loan and a hire purchase agreement?

    <p>A loan is used for borrowing a sum of money, while a hire purchase agreement is used for purchasing an item.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total amount in a simple interest scenario?

    <p>Total Amount = P + (P × r × t)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing bank charges?

    <p>To determine the lowest fees for a transaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason to use the median instead of the mean when dealing with outliers?

    <p>The mean is more affected by outliers, making the median a more accurate measure of central tendency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

    <p>To identify the most frequent value in a data set.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main limitation of using the range to measure the spread of a data set?

    <p>It is affected by outliers, giving an exaggerated sense of the spread of the data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing the mean, median, and mode in a data set?

    <p>To assess the data set in the context of the problem and choose the most representative measure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a double bar graph?

    <p>To compare the frequency values for different categories over various intervals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a bar-of-pie chart and a pie-of-pie chart?

    <p>A bar-of-pie chart shows a comparison between two different categories of data, while a pie-of-pie chart shows the components of the main categories in a larger pie chart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

    <p>To identify the trends in a data set over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the mean and the median?

    <p>The mean is the average value, while the median is the middle value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

    <p>To measure the spread of the data set.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a vertical stack graph?

    <p>To show the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrate the different components making up this total frequency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

    <p>To guide the data collection process and justify data collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a population and a sample?

    <p>A sample is a smaller subset of the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

    <p>To avoid bias in the data collection process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the mean?

    <p>Mean = (Sum of values / Number of values)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a recording sheet in data collection?

    <p>To record the frequency of events, the duration of events, or specific features of events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of defining the population and sample in data collection?

    <p>To identify the population for the data collection and select a representative sample</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a questionnaire in data collection?

    <p>To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of collecting and recording data?

    <p>To use the chosen instrument to gather data from the sample</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ensuring data collection is free from bias?

    <p>To avoid any factors that might skew the data collection process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of summarizing data?

    <p>To calculate measures of central tendency, such as the mean, median, and mode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of plotting two line graphs on the same set of axes?

    <p>To compare changes in different data sets over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

    <p>Correlation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sorting data in Grade 11?

    <p>To make sense of data by organizing it in a manageable format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

    <p>To summarize how often different values appear in a data set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in creating a frequency table?

    <p>Identify the class intervals needed to group the data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the percentage of data points in a specific class interval?

    <p>(Frequency of the interval / Total number of data points) × 100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an outlier in a scatter plot?

    <p>A point that deviates significantly from the other points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of scatter plot graphs?

    <p>To identify the strength of the correlation between two variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the process of arranging data in a particular order?

    <p>Sorting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of class intervals in frequency tables?

    <p>To group large sets of data into more manageable categories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Gross Salary and Net Pay?

    <p>Net Pay is the difference between Gross Salary and deductions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Quotation?

    <p>To provide a guideline of all the costs that a customer will have to pay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating Total Deductions?

    <p>Total Deductions = Sum of all Deduction Values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a Receipt and an Invoice?

    <p>A Receipt is proof of payment, while an Invoice is a summary of all the costs that a customer must pay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Payslip?

    <p>To provide a statement of an employee's salary and deductions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating Gross Salary?

    <p>Gross Salary = Basic Salary + Additional Incomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Taxable Income?

    <p>The portion of an employee's salary on which tax is calculated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Basic Salary and Gross Salary?

    <p>Basic Salary is the income excluding additional income or deductions, while Gross Salary is the total of all the income sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the Break-even Quantity?

    <p>$$\frac{Fixed Costs}{Selling Price per Unit - Variable Cost per Unit}$$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the graphical representation of the break-even point?

    <p>The intersection of two graphs: one for total costs and one for total income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the Total Cost of a batch?

    <p>$$\sum \text{Cost of Each Ingredient or Material}$$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of Break-even?

    <p>The amount of income that the business must make to cover all expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the method of determining the break-even value by drawing graphs?

    <p>Method 1: Drawing Graphs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the Income?

    <p>$$\text{Selling Price per Unit} \times \text{Number of Units Sold}$$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of the break-even point?

    <p>It indicates how much money a business must make to avoid a loss and start making a profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the Cost Price per Item?

    <p>$$\text{Total Cost of Batch} \div \text{Number of Items in Batch}$$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the method of determining the break-even value by using equations?

    <p>Method 2: Trial and Improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Break-even Income/Cost?

    <p>The amount of income or cost at the break-even quantity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a Quotation and an Invoice?

    <p>A Quotation provides a guideline of all the costs that a customer will have to pay, while an Invoice is proof that a customer has paid for an item/service.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Gross Salary formula?

    <p>To calculate the total of all the income sources of the employee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the portion of an employee's salary on which tax is calculated?

    <p>Taxable Income.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between Gross Salary and Net Pay?

    <p>Gross Salary is the total of all the income sources of the employee, while Net Pay is the difference between the Gross Salary and Total Deductions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Payslip?

    <p>To reflect the actual amount of money that the employee will receive at the end of the month.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for items such as Medical Aid and Pension for which a payment is required from the employee?

    <p>Deductions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Receipt?

    <p>To provide proof that a customer has paid for an item/service and gives a summary of the costs for buying the item/service and the payment details for the customer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the Total Deductions?

    <p>Total Deductions = Sum of All Deduction Values.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consideration when determining the total deductions from gross salary?

    <p>Calculating the total deductions accurately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key aspect of financial planning?

    <p>Diversifying income sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of creating a budget in personal finance?

    <p>To allocate income for expenses, savings, and investments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of unearned income?

    <p>Received from sources other than employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying all sources of income?

    <p>To calculate gross income accurately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key consideration when creating a budget?

    <p>Categorizing expenses into needs and wants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating net income?

    <p>To know how much income is available for spending and saving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of gross income?

    <p>The total income earned before any deductions or taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of understanding income tax implications?

    <p>To understand the impact of taxes on net income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key consideration when setting financial goals?

    <p>Creating a plan to achieve the goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the salary ceiling in UIF calculations?

    <p>To limit the amount of UIF that can be deducted from an employee's salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of a strong currency on exchange rates?

    <p>It increases the value of the currency in relation to other currencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using accurate currency conversions in business transactions?

    <p>To ensure accurate financial planning and budgeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total contribution to UIF from both the employee and employer?

    <p>2% x Gross Salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of UIF?

    <p>To provide financial assistance to employees during unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a weak currency and a strong currency?

    <p>A weak currency exchanges for less than one unit of another currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of estimating currency conversions?

    <p>To provide a general idea of the exchanged amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the UIF contribution when an employee's salary exceeds the salary ceiling?

    <p>The UIF contribution remains capped at the maximum amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the employee's contribution to UIF?

    <p>1% x Gross Salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of exchange rates in business transactions?

    <p>To convert a certain amount of one currency into another currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a budget in an event, business, or organization?

    <p>To plan the future finances of an event, business, or organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing predicted and actual values of income and expenditure in a budget?

    <p>To understand how the business actually performed versus how it was planned or predicted to perform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a statement of income-and-expenditure in an event, business, or organization?

    <p>To describe what has actually been earned and spent in a business, organization, or event that has already taken place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of including both predicted and actual income and expenditure values in a budget?

    <p>To understand how the business actually performed versus how it was planned or predicted to perform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting short-term and long-term financial goals in personal finance?

    <p>To establish a plan to achieve these goals by saving and investing a portion of the income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of UIF?

    <p>To provide financial support to employees who lose their jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of regularly reviewing income and expenses in personal finance?

    <p>To ensure the budget is being followed and adjust the budget as necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting aside money for taxes in personal finance?

    <p>To ensure compliance with tax laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing the performance of a business over time using statements of income-and-expenditure?

    <p>To understand how the income and expenditure have changed over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total expenditure of an event, business, or organization?

    <p>Total Expenditure = Sum of All Expense Items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines the buying power of a currency?

    <p>Comparative cost of living and earning power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a break-even analysis in tariff systems?

    <p>To find the point at which the costs of two tariff systems are equal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key benefit of using a graphical representation to compare tariff systems?

    <p>It allows for a visual comparison of costs across different usage levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying the options in a cost-benefit analysis?

    <p>To gather detailed information about each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of establishing criteria in comparing two options?

    <p>To ensure the criteria are relevant and comprehensive to cover all aspects of the decision-making process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a flat line section in a graph represent in a tariff system?

    <p>A period where the cost does not change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a cost analysis in comparing two options?

    <p>To calculate the total cost associated with each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing two options in a cost-benefit analysis?

    <p>To determine the best option based on the costs and benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment in comparing two options?

    <p>To assess the likelihood and impact of potential risks associated with each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a benefit analysis in comparing two options?

    <p>To identify and quantify the benefits of each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the break-even point in a business or organization?

    <p>The point where the total cost of production is equal to the total revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total cost of a batch?

    <p>Total Cost of Batch = Sum of Cost of Each Ingredient or Material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the method for determining the break-even value using equations?

    <p>Trial and Improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the break-even quantity?

    <p>Break-even Quantity = Fixed Costs / (Selling Price per Unit - Variable Cost per Unit)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the horizontal axis value in the graphical representation of the break-even point?

    <p>Quantity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of break-even analysis in a business or organization?

    <p>To determine the break-even point of a business</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cost price per item?

    <p>Total Cost of Batch / Number of Items in Batch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total income?

    <p>Income = Selling Price per Unit x Number of Units Sold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of the break-even point in a business or organization?

    <p>It indicates how much money a business must make to avoid a loss and start making a profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the vertical axis value in the graphical representation of the break-even point?

    <p>Income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

    <p>To guide the data collection process and determine the type of data needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the entire group about which data is being collected?

    <p>Population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a questionnaire?

    <p>To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the mean?

    <p>Sum of all values in a data set divided by the number of values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of ensuring data collection is free from bias?

    <p>To ensure the sample accurately represents the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the median in a data set?

    <p>The middle value in a sorted data set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of selecting a representative sample?

    <p>To ensure the sample accurately represents the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of defining the population and sample?

    <p>To identify the entire group about which data is being collected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of designing a data collection tool?

    <p>To include questions that cover all necessary categories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of collecting and recording data?

    <p>To use the chosen instrument to gather data from the sample</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why the median is a better measure of central tendency than the mean in the presence of outliers?

    <p>The median is less affected by outliers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main limitation of the range as a measure of spread?

    <p>It is greatly affected by outliers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying the mode in a dataset?

    <p>To identify the most common value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a double bar graph and a vertical stack graph?

    <p>The way the bars are stacked</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing the mean, median, and mode in a dataset?

    <p>To assess the presence of outliers and their impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using a line graph to represent data?

    <p>It is useful for showing changes over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why the median is a more robust measure of central tendency than the mean?

    <p>It is less affected by extreme values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating the range in a dataset?

    <p>To identify the spread of the data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing the predicted and actual values of income and expenditure?

    <p>To assess the performance and identify areas for improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the cost of a specific quantity needed?

    <p>Cost of Quantity Needed = (Quantity Needed / Packet Size) × Packet Price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a pie-of-pie chart and a bar-of-pie chart?

    <p>The way the components are displayed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying outliers in a dataset?

    <p>To assess their impact on the measures of central tendency and spread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of determining the cost price of an item?

    <p>To determine how much the item must be sold for to cover the costs involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the net income?

    <p>Net Income = Total Income - Total Expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of analyzing the income-and-expenditure statement?

    <p>To understand the financial performance of a business over a specific period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the change in value over time?

    <p>Change = Value in Later Period - Value in Earlier Period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to adjust the cost price?

    <p>To ensure all costs are covered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of determining the selling price of a product?

    <p>To ensure the selling price is higher than the cost price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing the income and expenditure of two different periods?

    <p>To understand the financial performance over time and identify improvements or declines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the cost price per item?

    <p>Cost Price per Item = Total Cost of Batch / Number of Items in Batch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using mathematical tools and techniques in comparing two options?

    <p>To organize and visualize data, and to calculate key metrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key feature of a budget?

    <p>Comparison of predicted and actual values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of establishing criteria in comparing two options?

    <p>To compare the options based on important aspects of the decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a statement of income-and-expenditure?

    <p>To describe what has actually been spent and earned, providing an overview of the current finances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key benefit of using tables, graphs, and equations in comparing two options?

    <p>To organize and visualize data, and to calculate key metrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of documenting the comparison process and presenting the findings?

    <p>To communicate the results of the comparison to stakeholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of analyzing costs in comparing two options?

    <p>To determine the total cost of each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of assessing risks in comparing two options?

    <p>To evaluate the potential risks of each option, considering both their likelihood and impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying and quantifying the benefits of each option?

    <p>To identify and quantify the benefits of each option, considering both monetary and non-monetary benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing the total costs, benefits, and risks of each option?

    <p>To make an informed decision about which option is more advantageous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of constructing a scatter plot graph?

    <p>To identify patterns in the relationship between two variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a strong correlation indicate in a scatter plot graph?

    <p>A clear pattern between the variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sorting data according to two criteria?

    <p>To organize data in a structured format for easier analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of creating frequency tables?

    <p>To summarize how often different values appear in a data set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for points in the data that deviate significantly from the other points?

    <p>Outliers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calculating the percentage value for each frequency in a frequency table?

    <p>To standardize comparisons, especially when the total number of data points in different categories varies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the percentage of data points in a specific class interval?

    <p>Percentage = (Frequency of the interval / Total number of data points) × 100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of sorting data in ascending or descending order?

    <p>To organize data in a structured format for easier analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the relationship or pattern between two variables?

    <p>Correlation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of creating a line graph with two different data sets?

    <p>To compare changes in different data sets over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between simple interest and compound interest?

    <p>Simple interest is calculated on the principal, while compound interest is calculated on the principal and interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total amount in a compound interest scenario?

    <p>Total Amount = P × (1 + r)^t</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a transactional account and a fixed deposit account?

    <p>The balance can change regularly in a transactional account, but remains constant in a fixed deposit account.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total cost of a hire purchase agreement?

    <p>The deposit plus the total interest paid plus the original price of the item.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the fee in a bank fee structure with a maximum fee limit?

    <p>Fee = Fixed cost + (Percentage of transaction value) if calculated fee &gt; Maximum fee, then Maximum fee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the graph representation of compound interest?

    <p>A curve showing exponential growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating interest in a bank account?

    <p>To determine the total amount in a savings account.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total amount in a simple interest scenario?

    <p>Total Amount = P + (P × r × t)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a loan and a hire purchase agreement?

    <p>A loan is used to borrow money, while a hire purchase agreement is used to purchase an item.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calculating interest in a fixed deposit account?

    <p>To determine the interest earned on a fixed deposit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a Quotation and an Invoice?

    <p>An Invoice is used to request payment from a customer, whereas a Quotation is used to provide a guideline of costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Payslip?

    <p>To show the difference between the gross salary and the total deductions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct formula for calculating Gross Salary?

    <p>Gross Salary = Basic Salary + Additional Incomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Taxable Income?

    <p>To determine the portion of an employee's salary on which tax is calculated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between Gross Salary and Basic Salary?

    <p>Gross Salary is the total of all the income sources, whereas Basic Salary is the salary excluding additional income or deductions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Receipt?

    <p>To provide proof that a customer has paid for an item or service.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating Total Deductions?

    <p>Total Deductions = Sum of All Deduction Values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a Quotation and a Receipt?

    <p>A Quotation provides a guideline of all the costs that a customer will have to pay, whereas a Receipt provides a summary of all the costs that a customer must pay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for analyzing income-and-expenditure statements over a specific period?

    <p>To understand the financial performance and identify changes over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating net pay?

    <p>To allocate income to cover expenses, savings, and investments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the cost of a specific quantity needed?

    <p>Cost of Quantity Needed = (Quantity Needed / Packet Size) × Packet Price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of determining the selling price of an item?

    <p>To cover all costs involved and avoid a loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of income?

    <p>Assets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the change in expenditure over time?

    <p>Change = Value in Later Period - Value in Earlier Period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of creating a budget?

    <p>To plan for future income and expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of income diversification?

    <p>Reducing financial risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting financial goals?

    <p>To establish short-term and long-term financial objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a budget?

    <p>To allocate income to cover expenses, savings, and investments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adjusting the cost price per item?

    <p>To account for other costs not considered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for comparing predicted and actual values of income and expenditure?

    <p>To determine the accuracy of predictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing predicted and actual values of income and expenditure?

    <p>To identify areas for improvement in financial planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of filing taxes?

    <p>To declare income to the tax authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of budgeting in personal finance?

    <p>Improving financial management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the net income?

    <p>Net Income = Total Income - Total Expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of regularly reviewing income and expenses?

    <p>To ensure that the budget is being followed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the UIF?

    <p>To provide financial support to employees who lose their jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a payslip?

    <p>To provide a record of income and deductions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying the cost price per item?

    <p>To ensure a profit margin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total expenditure?

    <p>Total Expenditure = ∑ All Expense Items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of comparing the values of income and expenditure over time?

    <p>To identify changes over time and understand the financial performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of setting financial goals?

    <p>Achieving financial stability and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of determining the cost price per item?

    <p>To ensure a profit margin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a statement of income-and-expenditure?

    <p>To track actual income and expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a quotation, invoice, and receipt?

    <p>To provide a record of transactions and costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of setting aside money for taxes?

    <p>To ensure compliance with tax laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of saving?

    <p>Providing a financial safety net</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the percentage change in expenditure?

    <p>Percentage Change = (Actual Value - Previous Value) / Previous Value × 100%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing income and expenditure over time?

    <p>To identify areas for improvement in financial planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the buying power of a currency in a foreign country?

    <p>The comparative cost of living and earning power in that country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a break-even analysis in tariff systems?

    <p>To compare the costs of different tariff systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using mathematical tools and techniques in comparing two options?

    <p>To organize and visualize the data to make an informed decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is represented by a flat line section in a graph of a tariff system?

    <p>A period of fixed cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of establishing criteria in comparing two options?

    <p>To evaluate the performance of each option based on the established criteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of documenting the comparison process?

    <p>To record the comparison process, including all calculations and rationales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the percentage increase in a tariff system?

    <p>(New Value - Old Value) / Old Value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing the total costs, benefits, and risks of each option?

    <p>To make an informed decision about which option is more advantageous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of establishing criteria in comparing two options?

    <p>To evaluate the options based on relevant factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of presenting the findings in a clear and logical manner?

    <p>To effectively communicate the results to stakeholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cost is considered in a cost analysis?

    <p>Both direct and indirect costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a budget in financial planning?

    <p>To plan the future finances of an event, business, or organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment in comparing two options?

    <p>To evaluate the potential risks associated with each option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in comparing two options?

    <p>Establishing the criteria for comparison</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a statement of income-and-expenditure?

    <p>To describe what has actually been spent and earned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a step-function graph in tariff systems?

    <p>To illustrate the incremental nature of the tariff system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of evaluating the potential risks of each option?

    <p>To identify potential risks and their likelihood and impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying and quantifying the benefits of each option?

    <p>To consider both monetary and non-monetary benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines the exchange rate between two currencies?

    <p>Supply and demand in the foreign exchange market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating the total cost of each option?

    <p>To consider both direct and indirect costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the UIF contribution as a percentage of the gross salary, if the employer's contribution is 1%?

    <p>2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the exchange rate is 1 USD = 15 ZAR, what is the equivalent of 100 USD in ZAR?

    <p>1500 ZAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the salary is higher than the salary ceiling of R12,478.00, what is the maximum UIF deduction that can be made from an employee's salary?

    <p>R124.78</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of a strong currency on the economy?

    <p>It decreases the value of imports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an employee earns a salary of R15,000.00 per month, what is the total UIF contribution?

    <p>R300.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of exchange rates?

    <p>To facilitate international trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of a weak currency on the economy?

    <p>It increases the value of exports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the exchange rate is 1 EUR = 18 ZAR, what is the equivalent of 200 EUR in ZAR?

    <p>3600 ZAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the UIF?

    <p>To provide a safety net for employees in case of unemployment or illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the salary is higher than the salary ceiling of R12,478.00, what is the UIF contribution as a percentage of the gross salary?

    <p>1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total cost of a batch of items if the cost of each ingredient or material is $10, $20, $30, and $40?

    <p>$100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cost price per item if the total cost of a batch is $100 and there are 10 items in the batch?

    <p>$10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the break-even value in a business or organization?

    <p>The amount of income that the business must make to cover all expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the graphical representation of the break-even point?

    <p>The intersection of two graphs: one representing costs and the other representing income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the method of determining the break-even value by drawing graphs?

    <p>Method 1: Drawing Graphs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equation for determining the break-even quantity?

    <p>Break-even Quantity = Fixed Costs / (Selling Price per Unit - Variable Cost per Unit)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the interpretation of the break-even quantity?

    <p>The number of units that must be sold to cover all costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total cost?

    <p>Total Cost = Fixed Costs + (Variable Cost per Unit x Number of Units Sold)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

    <p>To guide the data collection process and inform the methods used for data collection, organization, representation, and measurement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the income?

    <p>Income = Selling Price per Unit x Number of Units Sold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of break-even analysis?

    <p>To determine the break-even point of a business</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the entire group about which data is being collected?

    <p>Population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a questionnaire in data collection?

    <p>To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the mean of a data set?

    <p>Mean = (Sum of values / Number of values)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample in data collection?

    <p>To avoid bias and ensure the sample reflects the same features and characteristics as the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the middle value in a sorted data set?

    <p>Median</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between simple and compound interest?

    <p>Simple interest is calculated only on the principal amount, while compound interest is calculated on the principal plus any accumulated interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total amount in a compound interest scenario?

    <p>Total Amount = P × (1 + r)^t</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of designing the data collection tool?

    <p>To cover all necessary categories and capture the required information effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of account is used for regular transactions, such as withdrawals, payments, and deposits, and the balance can change regularly?

    <p>Transactional Account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of collecting data from a sample?

    <p>To represent the population, especially when the population is large and collecting data from the entire population is impractical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of avoiding bias in data collection?

    <p>To ensure the sample accurately represents the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for purchasing an item now and paying for it later through installments?

    <p>Buying on Credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total cost of a loan or hire purchase agreement?

    <p>The sum of the deposit, all payments, and any interest or fees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of recording data accurately and consistently?

    <p>To ensure the data is reliable and can be used for analysis and decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the fee in a bank fee structure with a fixed cost plus a percentage of the transaction value?

    <p>Fee = Fixed cost + (Percentage of transaction value)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the graph representation of compound interest?

    <p>A curve showing exponential growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a fixed deposit account and a transactional account?

    <p>The balance remains constant during the month in a fixed deposit account.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the total amount in a simple interest scenario?

    <p>Total Amount = P + (P × r × t)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the cost of borrowing money, added to the principal amount?

    <p>Interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

    <p>It provides a more accurate representation of the data when outliers are present.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of graphs is most useful for showing the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrating the different components making up this total frequency?

    <p>Vertical Stack Graphs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

    <p>To identify the most common value in the data set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following measures of central tendency is most affected by outliers?

    <p>Mean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

    <p>To determine the spread of the data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of a data set that is skewed?

    <p>The data set has outliers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of comparing the mean, median, and mode of a data set?

    <p>To choose the most appropriate measure of central tendency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of graphs is most useful for showing how changes occur in a data set over time?

    <p>Two Line Graphs on the Same Set of Axes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of calculating the median of a data set?

    <p>To provide a more accurate representation of the data when outliers are present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of a data set that is normally distributed?

    <p>The mean is equal to the median</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of plotting two line graphs on the same set of axes?

    <p>To compare changes in different data sets over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

    <p>Correlation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sorting data in a particular order?

    <p>To make sense of data by organizing it in a manageable and understandable format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

    <p>To compare the frequency of different values in a data set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the percentage of data points in a specific class interval?

    <p>(Frequency of the interval / Total number of data points) x 100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of identifying outliers in a scatter plot?

    <p>To determine the exceptions to the identified trends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe points in the data that deviate significantly from the other points?

    <p>Outliers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sorting data according to two criteria?

    <p>To analyze the data by organizing it into a structured format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of creating a scatter plot?

    <p>To identify patterns in the relationship between variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of class intervals in a frequency table?

    <p>To group large sets of data into more manageable categories</p> Signup and view all the answers

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