Business Studies P2 Nov 2023 Eng
Business Studies P2 Nov 2023 Eng
SENIOR CERTIFICATE
GRADE 12
BUSINESS STUDIES P2
NOVEMBER 2023
MARKS: 150
TIME: 2 hours
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 any ONE of the two questions in this section.
2. Read the instructions for each question carefully and take note of what is
required.
Note that ONLY the answers to the first TWO questions selected in SECTION B
and the answers to the FIRST question selected in SECTION C will be marked.
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 written 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.
B: THREE direct/indirect-type 2 40
questions 70
3 40
CHOICE:
Answer any TWO. 4 40
7. Begin the answer to EACH question on a NEW page, e.g. QUESTION 1 – new
page, QUESTION 2 – new page.
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
numbers (1.1.1 to 1.1.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.1.6 D.
A situational
B leaders and followers
C transformational
D transactional
A non-profit
B personal liability
C state-owned
D private
1.1.3 The principal amount remains the same for the duration of the
investment period when calculating … earned.
A simple interest
B capital gain
C compound interest
D dividends
A unproductive employees
B abuse of work time
C difficult employees
D unauthorised use of workplace funds and resources
A poverty
B HIV/Aids
C inclusivity
D unemployment (5 x 2) (10)
1.2. Complete the following statements by using the word(s) provided in the list
below. Write only the word(s) next to the question numbers (1.2.1 to 1.2.5) in
the ANSWER BOOK.
1.2.1 The average clause is applied when assets are … to determine the
amount that will be paid to the insured.
1.2.5 Tim, the supervisor, is firm and assertive when dealing with a/an …
as a type of difficult personality. (5 x 2) (10)
COLUMN A COLUMN B
1.3.1 Bonus shares A a large group of employees makes
suggestions to inspire new thoughts
1.3.2 Management
B promotes a platform for employees
1.3.3 Delphi technique to raise their dissatisfaction without
victimisation
1.3.4 Freedom of speech and
expression C team members have a positive
attitude of support towards other
1.3.5 Shared values members
G issued as compensation to
promoters of the company
TOTAL SECTION A: 30
SECTION B
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.
2.3 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
Bizana Sportswear has retail outlets throughout the country. The management
of BS allows their employees to participate in the decision-making process.
2.3.1 Identify the leadership style applied by BS in the scenario above. (2)
2.5 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
2.7 Advise businesses on how the division of profits could contribute to the
success and/or failure of a public company. (6)
[40]
3.3 Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows.
3.5 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
Eksteen Hotels provide transport for employees who work unusually long
hours. They pay fair bonuses to employees as acknowledgement of their hard
work and commitment. EH also implements ethically correct business
decisions to avoid polluting the environment.
3.5.2 Describe other ways in which businesses could contribute time and
effort in improving the well-being of employees. (4)
3.6 Explain how businesses can apply the following King Code principles for good
corporate governance to improve ethical business conduct:
3.7 Recommend ways in which businesses could deal with pricing of goods in
rural areas as a type of unethical business practice. (6)
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BUSINESS VENTURES
4.3 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
The management of Adonisi Fashion wants to insure their stock against fire,
changes in fashion and theft. They conducted research on insurable risks and
understand the importance of insurance.
BUSINESS ROLES
4.6 Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.
4.7 Discuss the impact of corporate social responsibility (CSR) on communities. (6)
TOTAL SECTION B: 80
SECTION C
NOTE: Clearly indicate the QUESTION NUMBER of the chosen question. The
answer to the question must start on a NEW page, e.g. QUESTION 5 on a
NEW page OR QUESTION 6 on a NEW page.
Write an essay on presentation and data response in which you include the following
aspects:
TOTAL SECTION C: 40
GRAND TOTAL: 150
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