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SUBJECT: BUSINESS STUDIES P1

GRADE : 10

TASK : JUNE EXAMINATION REGIONAL COMMON PAPER

YEAR : 2023

MARKS : 100

TIME : 1.5 HOURS

This question paper consists of 8 pages

 Business Studies P1 Grade 10 Regional/2023

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

Read the following instructions carefully before answering the questions.

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

SECTION A: COMPULSORY
SECTION B: Consists of THREE questions
Answer any TWO of the three questions in this section.
SECTION C: Consists of TWO questions
Answer ONE of the two questions in this section.

2. Read the instructions for each question carefully and take particular note of what
is required.

3. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper. NO marks will be awarded for answers that are numbered
incorrectly.

4. Except where other instructions are given, answers must be in full sentences.

5. Use the mark allocation and nature of each question to determine the length and
depth of an answer.

6. Use the table below as a guide for mark and time allocation when answering
each question.
SECTION QUESTION MARKS TIME
(minutes)
A: Objective-type questions
1 20 15
COMPULSORY

B: THREE direct/indirect type 2 20

questions 3 20
CHOICE: 4 20 45
Answer any TWO.

C: TWO essay-type questions 5 40 30

CHOICE: 6 40
Answer any ONE.

TOTAL 100 90 minutes

7. Begin the answer to EACH question on a NEW page, e.g., QUESTION 1 – new
page, QUESTION 2 – new page.

8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.

9. Write neatly and legibly.

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SECTION A (COMPULSORY)

QUESTION 1

1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question number
(1.1.1–1.1.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g..1.6 D.

1.1.1 This environment includes all the internal factors of the business.

A market
B macro
C micro
D natural

1.1.2 The basic tasks of management are…

A production and stock taking.

B motivation and communication.
C leading and communication.
D planning and organising.

1.1.3 The … Act requires businesses to provide more information about

their products.

A National Credit
B Consumer Protection
C Basic Conditions of Employment
D Labour Relations

1.1.4 Wenzi Care Centre was established to fulfil important needs in the
community by addressing some socio-economic issues. This is an
example of …

A community-based organisations and credit bureaus.

B non-government organisations and trade unions.
C trade unions and employer organisations.
D community based and non-governmental organisations.

1.1.5 Businesses in the … sector are partly or wholly funded by tax money.

A public
B formal
C informal
D private
(5x2) (10)

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1.2 Complete the following statements by using the word(s) in the list below. Write only
the word(s) next to the question number (1.2.1–1.2.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.

institutional; secondary ; vision; public relations; capital; legal;

production; cash; mission; primary

1.2.1 The … statement of Senzo Manufacturers describes the purpose and

basic activities of the business.

1.2.2 The … sector is involved in collecting resources direct from nature.

1.2.3 Afrique Traders drew up a … budget for payment of stock purchases to

avoid unnecessary delays.

1.2.4 The … element of a macro environment compels businesses to comply

with legislation.

1.2.5 The … function ensures that there is good communication between the
business and its stakeholders. (

(5x 2) (10)

TOTAL SECTION A: [20]

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SECTION B

Answer ANY TWO questions in this section.

NOTE: Clearly indicate the QUESTION NUMBER of each question that you choose.
The answer to EACH question must start on a NEW page, e.g., QUESTION 2 on a
NEW page, QUESTION 3 on a NEW page.

QUESTION 2: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS

2.1 Name any FOUR examples of the organisational culture.

(4)

2.2 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

BUHLE HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (BHL)

Buhle Healthy Lifestyle is well known for selling high quality products.
The management at BHL came up with a plan of action to reach the goal. They
also explained their short-term task to reach their goal.

Identify TWO components of the micro environment applied by BHL.

Motivate your answer by quoting from the scenario (6)

Use the table as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 2.2.

COMPONENTS OF THE MICRO MOTIVATIONS

ENVIRONMENT
1.
2.

2.3 Explain how the social, cultural, and demographic environment poses a challenge
to businesses. (6)

2.4 Advise businesses on the relationship between micro, market, and macro
environments. (4)
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QUESTION 3: BUSINESS OPERATIONS

3.1 List any FOUR sources of financing for businesses. (4)
3.2 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
SMART CHARGERS (SC)

Kaylia is the owner of Smart Chargers. She ensures that people work together to
accomplish the business goals. Kaylia appointed Ferry to be responsible for
departments within the business.

Identify the level of management represented by Kaylia and Ferry. Motivate

your answer by quoting from the scenario above. (6)
Use the table below as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 3.2.1.

LEVEL OF MANAGEMENT MOTIVATIONS

Kaylia

Ferry

3.3 Discuss risk management as a basic task of management. (6)

3.4 Advise businesses on the importance of quality. (4)

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QUESTION 4: MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS

BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS
4.1 Elaborate on the meaning of the macro environment. (2)
4.2 Distinguish between the formal and informal sectors. (8)

BUSINESS OPERATIONS
4.3 Identify the activities of the administration function applied by Andile Traders
in EACH statement below.
4.3.1 The employees of Andile Traders are expected to have good telephone etiquette
when dealing with customers.
4.3.2 Joyce, the secretary, uses electronic equipment to perform her administrative
tasks. (4)
4.4 Advise businesses on the quality indicators of the general management function.
(6)
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TOTAL SECTION B : 40

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SECTION C

Answer ANY ONE question in this section.

NOTE: Clearly indicate the QUESTION NUMBER of the chosen question. The answer to
EACH question must start on a NEW page, e.g. QUESTION 5 on a NEW
page, OR QUESTION 6 on a NEW page.

QUESTION 5 : BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT (MARKET ENVIRONMENT)

Businesses realise the importance of the market environment in achieving their

goals and objectives. They need to know the features of this environment so that
they can influence them. They need to understand the reasons why competition
poses a challenge to businesses. The market environment also presents
opportunities and threats for businesses.

Write an essay on the market environment in which you include the following aspects:

 Elaborate on the meaning of the market environment.

 Explain the following components of the market environment:
o Consumers
o Intermediaries
 Discuss the reasons why competition poses a challenge to businesses.
 Advise businesses on the meaning of opportunities and threats and give
examples of each.
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QUESTION 6: BUSINESS OPERATIONS (BUSINESS FUNCTIONS)

Businesses realise the importance of coordinating activities within business

functions to achieve set goals and objectives. The purchasing function is one of
the fundamentals of a business concern. The National Credit Act has a direct
impact on the purchasing function. The business should be aware of the
consumer rights as stipulated in the NCA.

Write an essay on the purchasing function in which you include the following aspects:

• Outline the activities of the purchasing function.

• Describe the purpose of the purchasing procedure.
• Analyse the impact of the National Credit Act (NCA) on business.
• Advise businesses on consumer rights as outlined in the NCA. [40]

TOTAL SECTION C: 40
GRAND TOTAL : 100

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