Business Studies Paper 2 (English)

May-June 2023 — Grade 12 / Matric — Business Studies

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1.1Various 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\the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.1.6 D.

1.1.1Emmah will receive a pre determined amount invested in when she reaches a certain age. fixed deposit stokvel

1.1.2Non profit companies are able to raise money through vari ous a criterion for contributing to the success of

1.1.3products to support the core message of their presentation. an overhead projector data projector flash cards

1.1.4Chiliza Traders submitted false returns to SARS. This is known unethical business practice. tax evasion unfair advertising tax avoidance

1.1.5criterion for successful team performance by providing regular feedback to their members. co operation (10\ communication

1.2Complete 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. social; founder s; situational; decision

1.2.2business operates in a dynamic environment characterised by constant change.

1.2.3The personal assets of partners can be sold to pay off the debts of the partnership due to bankruptcy. This refers to ... liability.

1.2.4situations to identify strategies necessary for change.

1.2.5care services to their employees. (5 x 2\ (10\ Business Studies/P2 DBE/2023 SC/NSC Copyright reserved

1.3Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches a term in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A J\ next to the question numbers (1.3.1 to 1.3.5\in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.3.6 K. COLUMN A COLUMN B

1.3.5RSA Retail Savings Bonds Excess Social responsibility Grievance Health and s afety representative

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2.1List FOUR types of preference shares. (4\

2.2Outline the functions of the Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE\ (6\

2.3Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. VENUS ENTERPRISES (V E\ Venus Enterprises requested Mabel, the marketing manager to present their marketing plan to stakeholders. Mabel used

2.3.1Name TWO examples of non verbal presentations in the scenario above. (2\

2.3.2Explain ways in which Mabel could handle feedback in a non aggressive and professional manner after her presentation (6\

2.4Discuss the role of personal attitude in successful leadership. (6\

2.5Elaborate on the meaning of return on investment (ROI\ as a factor that should be considered when making investment decisions. (4\

2.6Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. FORESTER TRADING (FT\ Helen, a manager at Forester Trading, applies the autocratic leadership style to lead and manage employees. She makes

2.6.1uote TWO advantages of the autocratic leadership style applied by Helen rom the scenario above

2.6.2Explain other advantages of the autocratic leadership style. (4\

2.7Advise businesses on the characteristics of a public company. (6\ [40] Business Studies/P2 DBE/2023 SC/NSC Copyright reserved40

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3.1Name FOUR human rights in the workplace. (4\

3.2Outline the causes of conflict in the workplace. (4\

3.3Read the scenari o below and answer the question that follow NALEDI CONSULTING (N C\ Naledi Consulting requested a panel of experts to solve their complex

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3.4Discuss the advantages of creative thinking in the workplace.

3.5Explain ways in which businesses can deal with difficult employees in the workplace. (4\

3.6Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. PROTEA LANDSCAPING ( PL\ Protea Landscaping wants to invest their surplus profit in corporate social investment (CSI\projects. The management of PL is keen to develop their

3.6.1State TWO focus areas of corporate social investment applicable to PL in the scenario above. (2\

3.6.2Discuss the impact of CSI on communities. (6\

3.7Recommend ways in which businesses could deal with the following unprofessional business practices:

3.7.1Sexual harassment (4\

3.7.2Unauthorised use of workplace funds and resources (4\ [40] Business Studies/P2 DBE/2023 SC/NSC Copyright reserved Please turn over40

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4.1Name FOUR examples of non insurable risks. (4\

4.2Read the scenari o below and answer the questions that follow. Greenview Reta ilers invested an amount of R20 000 at 16% simple interest over a period of two years in a fixed deposit with Unity Bank.

4.2.1Calculate the interest that Greenview Retailers will receive after two years. Show ALL calculations. (4\

4.2.2Discuss the advantages of fixed deposits as a form of investment. (4\

4.3Explain how management as a criterion can contribute to the success and/or failure of a partnership. (4\

4.4Advise presenters on aspects that must be considered when designing a multimedia presentation. (4\ BUSINESS ROLES

4.5Name TWO elements of the triple bottom line. (2\

4.6Explain ways in which businesses can create an environment that promotes creative thinking in the workplace. (4\

4.7Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. VUKA TEAM (VT\ Vuka Team specialises in planning and organising social e vents for various clients. VT members criticise each other's ideas, as they all compete for the

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4.8Explain how businesses can apply transparency as a King Code principle for good corporate governance. (4\

4.9Suggest ways in which businesses can contribute time and effort in improving the well being of employees. (4\ 40 TOTAL

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Topics Identified

Business EnvironmentsForms of OwnershipBusiness FunctionsLeadershipBusiness Plan

Mark Allocation

Total150 marks

Sections40 + 40 + 40 + 40 = 160 marks

Paper information

SubjectBusiness Studies

Year2023

SessionMay-June

TypePast Paper

PaperPaper 2

LanguageEnglish

Pages9

Downloads6

Examination context

Decade2020s

Years ago3y

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