Alina Makoidova EE-31

THE BUSINESS. INTERMEDIATE

Ex. 1 p. 6 Look at the way of classifying businesses. Which categories do
the companies that provide these products and services belong to?
1. Internet connection 4. Haircut
Industry type: service Industry type: service
Business type: partnership Business type: sole trader
Business model: B2B2C Business model: B2C

2. Milk and cheese 5. Spare parts for car

Industry type: primary Industry type: secondary
Business type: sole trader Business type: Public limited
Business model: C2C Business model: B2B

3. Bicycle 6. Dental care

Industry type: secondary Industry type: service
Business type: Limited liability Business type: partnership
Business model: B2B2C Business model: B2C

Ex. 2 p. 6 Look at the business structures. Which do you think is best

for these companies?
1. Small family business - functional structure
2. Global online retailer - matrix structure
3. Multinational conglomerate - hierarchical structure
4. Medium-sized manufacturer - product structure