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Business Year 11 Flashcards

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What is a business?

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An organization that provides goods or services to consumers.

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What are the four main factors of production?

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Land, labor, capital, and entrepreneurship.

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True or False: A sole trader is a type of business owned by one person.

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True.

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What is the role of operations management in a business?

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To oversee the production process and ensure efficiency and quality.

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Fill in the blank: The _______ environment includes factors like economic conditions and competition.

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business

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What is market research?

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The process of gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information about a market.

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What is the purpose of human resources management?

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To manage the workforce and ensure that the organization is staffed effectively.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of business ownership? A) Sole trader B) Partnership C) Corporation D) Franchise

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D) Franchise

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What does SWOT stand for?

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Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats.

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True or False: A business’s external environment includes its suppliers.

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True.

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What are fixed costs?

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Costs that do not change with the level of output.

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What is a competitive advantage?

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A condition that allows a company to perform better than its competitors.

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Fill in the blank: The _______ market includes all potential buyers and sellers of a product.

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target

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What is the purpose of a business plan?

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To outline the goals, strategies, and financial forecasts of a business.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a primary market research method? A) Surveys B) Government reports C) Internet research D) Competitor analysis

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A) Surveys

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What is the definition of ‘market segmentation’?

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The process of dividing a market into distinct groups of buyers.

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True or False: The price elasticity of demand measures how sensitive consumer demand is to price changes.

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True.

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What is a mission statement?

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A formal summary of the aims and values of a company.

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Fill in the blank: The _______ of production refers to the resources used to create goods and services.

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factors

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What is the role of marketing in a business?

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To promote and sell products or services to customers.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a method of market entry? A) Franchising B) Joint venture C) Exporting D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

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What is the purpose of financial management?

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To manage the organization’s financial resources and ensure profitability.

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What does the acronym PESTLE stand for?

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Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, Environmental.

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True or False: A business can operate without a marketing strategy.

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False.

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What is a target market?

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A specific group of consumers at which a business aims its products and services.

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Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of recruiting, hiring, and training employees.

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Human resource management

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What is the purpose of customer service?

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To enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a source of finance for a business? A) Bank loans B) Venture capital C) Personal savings D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

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What is the role of supply chain management?

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To manage the flow of goods and services from suppliers to consumers.

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True or False: Profit is the difference between total revenue and total costs.

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True.

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What is an entrepreneur?

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An individual who starts and runs a business, taking on financial risks.

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Fill in the blank: The _______ mix refers to the combination of product, price, place, and promotion.

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marketing

33
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What is branding?

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The process of creating a unique name and image for a product in the consumer’s mind.

34
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a disadvantage of a sole trader? A) Unlimited liability B) Easy to set up C) Complete control D) None of the above

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A) Unlimited liability

35
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What is the purpose of a cash flow statement?

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To track the flow of cash in and out of a business.

36
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True or False: Market share is the percentage of an industry or market’s total sales that is earned by a particular company.

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True.

37
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What is corporate social responsibility (CSR)?

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A business model that helps a company be socially accountable to itself, its stakeholders, and the public.

38
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Fill in the blank: _______ pricing involves setting prices based on competitors’ prices.

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Competition-based

39
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What is the importance of innovation in business?

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To create new products or improve existing ones to meet consumer needs.

40
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting consumer behavior? A) Culture B) Social status C) Business size D) Personal preferences

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C) Business size

41
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What is a business’s value proposition?

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A statement that explains how a product solves customers’ problems or improves their situation.

42
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True or False: A good business plan can help secure funding from investors.

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True.

43
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What is the purpose of a feasibility study?

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To assess the viability of a business idea or project.

44
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Fill in the blank: _______ refers to the amount of money a business makes after all expenses are paid.

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Profit

45
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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative research?

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Qualitative research focuses on understanding opinions and motivations, while quantitative research focuses on numerical data and statistics.

46
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of a partnership? A) Shared profits B) Limited liability C) One owner D) None of the above

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A) Shared profits

47
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What is a market economy?

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An economic system where prices and production are determined by supply and demand.

48
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True or False: All businesses must comply with government regulations.

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True.

49
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What is the significance of customer feedback?

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It helps businesses improve their products and services based on consumer preferences.

50
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Fill in the blank: The _______ cycle refers to the stages a product goes through from introduction to decline.

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product

51
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What is the role of a business analyst?

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To assess business needs and identify solutions to business problems.

52
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of business model? A) E-commerce B) Brick-and-mortar C) Subscription D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

53
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What is a competitive analysis?

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The assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of current and potential competitors.

54
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True or False: E-commerce has no impact on traditional retail businesses.

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False.

55
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What is the purpose of an organizational chart?

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To illustrate the structure of an organization and the relationships between different roles.

56
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Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of managing a company’s interactions with current and potential customers.

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Customer relationship management (CRM)

57
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What is the importance of networking in business?

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It helps build relationships that can lead to new opportunities and partnerships.

58
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a method of promotion? A) Advertising B) Public relations C) Sales promotions D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

59
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What is the significance of setting SMART goals?

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SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, which help in effective planning.

60
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True or False: A business’s brand is only about its logo.

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False.

61
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What is an income statement?

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A financial report that shows a company’s revenues and expenses over a specific period.

62
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Fill in the blank: _______ refers to the total value of goods and services produced in a country.

A

Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

63
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What is the role of a marketing manager?

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To develop marketing strategies and oversee marketing campaigns.

64
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a factor that influences business location? A) Proximity to suppliers B) Accessibility to customers C) Cost of rent D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

65
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What is the importance of a unique selling proposition (USP)?

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It differentiates a product from competitors and attracts customers.

66
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True or False: Businesses can be categorized as either for-profit or non-profit.

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True.

67
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What is the importance of employee training?

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It enhances employee skills and improves overall business performance.

68
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Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of ensuring that products meet certain standards of quality.

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Quality control

69
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What does ‘cash flow’ refer to?

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The total amount of money being transferred in and out of a business.

70
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a way to increase sales? A) Improve product quality B) Lower prices C) Increase marketing efforts D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

71
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What is the significance of market trends?

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They help businesses anticipate changes in consumer preferences and adapt accordingly.

72
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True or False: A business’s reputation can affect its success.

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True.

73
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What is the role of a financial analyst?

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To assess financial data and provide insights for business decision-making.

74
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Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of identifying and managing risks in a business.

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Risk management

75
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What is the importance of ethical business practices?

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They build trust with customers and enhance the company’s reputation.

76
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a benefit of digital marketing? A) Wider reach B) Cost-effective C) Measurable results D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

77
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What is the purpose of employee performance reviews?

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To evaluate employee performance and provide feedback for improvement.

78
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True or False: A successful marketing campaign requires a clear target audience.

A

True.

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