Grade 9Br Business Studies Chapter 6:motivating Employees

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Grade 9Br Business Studies 2018-2019

Chapter 6:Motivating Employees

Name: ______________ Date:___________ Grade: 9Br____

Q1: Splash Active (SA) specializes in providing activity holidays for families. SA prides itself on its good
reputation and competitive prices. The business has won awards for its good customer service and health
and safety. SA’s organization structure has a wide span of control and a short chain of command.

Employees are seen as an important factor in its success. Few employees leave. All employees are paid
by time rate. All managers have a democratic leadership style. Most managers think that praise is the
best way to motivate employees.

a. Define ‘time-rate’. [2 marks]

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b. Explain two non-financial methods (other than praise) SA could use to


motivate its employees. [4 marks]

Method 1: ……………………………………………………………………………………

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Method 2: ……………………………………………………………………………………

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Grade 9Br Business Studies 2018-2019
Chapter 6:Motivating Employees

c. Explain one advantage and one disadvantage to SA of using time rate. [6 marks]

Advantage: ……………………………………………………………………………………

Explanation: ………………………..…………………………………………………………

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Disadvantage: .……………………………………………………………………………….

Explanation:…………………………………………………………………………………...

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Business Studies is a skill based subject so remember to show evidence of the skills below.

Knowledge – Show your knowledge and understanding of terms, concepts, theories and techniques.
Be precise when giving definitions and learn the main facts and issues.

Application – Apply your answer to the given business problem or issue. Avoid generalized statements
and give point relevant to the case at hand.

Analysis – Select, explain, or interpret information to show good understanding of terms and effects of
decision. Try to develop your answer and show the consequences of what the point might mean for the
business.

Evaluation – Presenting developed arguments or reasoned explanations, and being able to make
judgments and decisions. Clearly show why you support a view.

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