Introduction to Business: Core Functions

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Which function is primarily responsible for identifying and satisfying customer needs through the creation, communication, and delivery of value?

  • Finance
  • Marketing (correct)
  • Human Resources
  • Operations

A business owner is seeking a structure that offers pass-through taxation while providing limited liability. Which type of business organization would be most suitable?

  • Corporation
  • Limited Liability Company (LLC) (correct)
  • Partnership
  • Sole Proprietorship

In which type of market structure would you expect to find differentiated products and relatively easy entry and exit for businesses?

  • Oligopoly
  • Monopolistic Competition (correct)
  • Monopoly
  • Perfect Competition

Which economic system is characterized by social ownership and control of the means of production?

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A company's statement that defines its fundamental purpose is typically referred to as what?

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What is the primary difference between a partnership and a sole proprietorship?

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In an economic system that combines elements of both capitalism and socialism, with private and social ownership existing simultaneously, what type of economy is it considered?

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Which core business function involves overseeing the transformation of inputs into finished goods or services?

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A company is developing a long-term strategic plan. Which of the following best describes a 'desired future position' for the company that they would define during this process?

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Which financial statement would you analyze to determine a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations?

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A retail company decides to donate a percentage of its profits to environmental conservation. This action primarily demonstrates which business ethics concept?

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A project manager allows their team to self-manage and only intervenes when necessary, providing resources and support as needed. Which management style is the project manager demonstrating?

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A beverage company launches a new sports drink targeted at athletes, emphasizing its electrolyte content and hydration benefits. Which marketing concept does this represent?

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A manufacturing company implements sensors and software to monitor equipment performance and predict maintenance needs. This initiative primarily leverages which technological concept?

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A U.S.-based company builds a new manufacturing facility in Vietnam to take advantage of lower labor costs. This investment is an example of?

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An individual develops a detailed document outlining their new business idea, including market analysis, financial projections, and operational plans. This document is best described as a?

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A car manufacturer implements a system to minimize waste and improve efficiency in its production process. This aligns with the principles of?

<p>Lean Manufacturing. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A company implements a new software system to track employee performance, provide feedback, and set goals, what is the area of Human Resource Management is the company focusing on?

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Flashcards

What is Business?

Activities related to the production, distribution, and sale of goods/services for profit.

Management

Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve goals.

Marketing

Identifying and satisfying customer needs by creating, communicating, and delivering value.

Finance

Managing financial resources, including investments, funding, and planning.

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Sole Proprietorship

One owner, no legal distinction between owner and business.

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LLC

Combines partnership/sole proprietorship taxation with corporate limited liability..

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Capitalism

Private ownership of production means, operated for profit.

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Mission Statement

A statement that defines the company's purpose.

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SWOT Analysis

Evaluates Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.

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Competitive Advantage

An attribute that allows a company to outperform competitors.

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Porter's Five Forces

Framework for analyzing industry competitive intensity. (Suppliers, Customers, New Entrants, Substitutes, and Competition)

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Income Statement

Reports a company's financial performance (revenues, expenses, profit).

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Balance Sheet

A snapshot of a company's assets, liabilities, and equity.

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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Company's commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.

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Stakeholder Theory

Businesses should consider all stakeholders' interests.

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Market Segmentation

Dividing a broad market into subgroups of consumers.

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Marketing Mix (4Ps)

Product, Price, Place (distribution), and Promotion.

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