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A company experiencing high inflation rates and rising unemployment is primarily affected by which aspect of the business environment?
A company experiencing high inflation rates and rising unemployment is primarily affected by which aspect of the business environment?
- Economic Environment (correct)
- Technological Environment
- Political and Legal Environment
- Social and Cultural Environment
Which financial statement would a business consult to determine its assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time?
Which financial statement would a business consult to determine its assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time?
- Balance Sheet (correct)
- Income Statement
- Statement of Retained Earnings
- Cash Flow Statement
A company that divides its market based on lifestyle and values is using which marketing concept?
A company that divides its market based on lifestyle and values is using which marketing concept?
- Targeting
- Market Segmentation (correct)
- Marketing Mix
- Positioning
Which of the following actions demonstrates corporate social responsibility (CSR)?
Which of the following actions demonstrates corporate social responsibility (CSR)?
A business invests heavily in new software and hardware to streamline its operations. Which business function is most directly involved in managing these resources?
A business invests heavily in new software and hardware to streamline its operations. Which business function is most directly involved in managing these resources?
A company's marketing department is tasked with creating a distinct image for a new product relative to its competitors. Which marketing concept are they primarily addressing?
A company's marketing department is tasked with creating a distinct image for a new product relative to its competitors. Which marketing concept are they primarily addressing?
A company's cash flow statement shows negative cash flow from operating activities but positive cash flow from financing activities. What might this indicate?
A company's cash flow statement shows negative cash flow from operating activities but positive cash flow from financing activities. What might this indicate?
A new government regulation significantly increases the compliance costs for a manufacturing company. Which aspect of the business environment is most directly affecting the company?
A new government regulation significantly increases the compliance costs for a manufacturing company. Which aspect of the business environment is most directly affecting the company?
In a competitive market, a business decides to lower its prices to attract more customers. Which core business concept is this strategy primarily related to?
In a competitive market, a business decides to lower its prices to attract more customers. Which core business concept is this strategy primarily related to?
Which of the following business structures provides the LEAST protection to its owners from business liabilities?
Which of the following business structures provides the LEAST protection to its owners from business liabilities?
A tech company is developing a new software product. Which business function would MOST likely be responsible for leading this project?
A tech company is developing a new software product. Which business function would MOST likely be responsible for leading this project?
Which activity is the BEST example of applying an economics concept to business decision-making?
Which activity is the BEST example of applying an economics concept to business decision-making?
A company's financial statements show a significant increase in accounts receivable. Which business function should investigate this further to assess potential risks?
A company's financial statements show a significant increase in accounts receivable. Which business function should investigate this further to assess potential risks?
A business is experiencing high employee turnover. Which action would the Human Resources (HR) department MOST likely take to address this issue?
A business is experiencing high employee turnover. Which action would the Human Resources (HR) department MOST likely take to address this issue?
If a company wants to expand its operations internationally while limiting its financial exposure, which business structure is MOST suitable?
If a company wants to expand its operations internationally while limiting its financial exposure, which business structure is MOST suitable?
A company discovers its production costs are significantly higher than its competitors. Which function should lead an effort to analyze and reduce these costs?
A company discovers its production costs are significantly higher than its competitors. Which function should lead an effort to analyze and reduce these costs?
Flashcards
Customer Service
Customer Service
Assistance provided to customers before, during, and after a purchase.
Information Technology (IT)
Information Technology (IT)
Managing an organization's tech infrastructure and data.
Economic Environment
Economic Environment
Factors like economic growth, inflation, and unemployment that affect business.
Political and Legal Environment
Political and Legal Environment
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Market Segmentation
Market Segmentation
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Targeting
Targeting
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Income Statement
Income Statement
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Ethics
Ethics
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Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
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Management
Management
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Finance
Finance
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Accounting
Accounting
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Sole Proprietorship
Sole Proprietorship
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Partnership
Partnership
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Operations Management
Operations Management
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Description
Business studies involve producing, distributing, and selling goods or services for profit, covering management, marketing, and finance. Key concepts include entrepreneurship, management, and marketing. Effective business strategies ensure efficient operations and customer satisfaction.
