XHARIEP/LEJWELEPUTSWA

2023 SEPTEMBER

GRADE 11

BUSINESS STUDIES

3rd CONTROLLED TEST

MARKS: 100

TIME: 1.5 HOURS

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

Read the following instructions carefully before answering the questions.

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers 3rd TERM’s 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.

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 guide for mark and time allocation when answering each
question.
SECTION QUESTION MARKS TIME
A: Objective-type questions 1 20 20 minutes
COMPULSORY

B: THREE direct/indirect- 2 20
type questions 3 20 40 minutes
CHOICE 4 20
(Answer any TWO.)

C: TWO essay-type questions 5 40

CHOICE 6 40 30 minutes
(Answer any ONE.)

TOTAL 100 90 minutes

7. Begin the answer to EACH question on a NEW page, for example

QUESTION 1 – new page, QUESTION 2 – new page, et cetera.

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., 1.1.6.

1.1.1 Cristian traders used a series of rectangles to present their sales

figures. This is known as a …

A table
B diagram
C bar graph
D line graph

1.1.2 Coming up with something new or doing things in a new way.

A Problem Solving
B Problem solving technique
C Technique
D Creativity

1.1.3 Presenters use a big and bold font when preparing …

A posters
B handouts
C transparencies
D business plan

1.1.4 Moss Hotel (Pty) Ltd used … as a way of measuring a business’s

performance against set standards in the industry.

A deviation
B benchmarking
C performance
D results

1.1.5 Tate Plumbers used a sequence of related events arranged in

chronological order and displayed along a line to keep track of the
activities. This is referred to as …

A Work breakdown structure

B Timelines
C Gantt’s chart
D Fishbone

2×5 (10)

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1.2 Complete the following statements by using the words 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.

Scheduling; action plan; business plan;strategy: verbal presentation; sustainability

;non-verbal presentation: timeline; objectives; profitability

1.2.1 Calculating the time required to perform each activity in the

manufacturing process.

1.2.1 Mdi Manufactures is able to continue operating without harming the

environment and the community in which it operates.

1.2.3 The managers of Koffifontein mines presented his speech orally to the
stakeholders and this was … presentation.

1.2.4 The process of analyzing a situation to identify strategies that can be

used to change the situation is known as ...

1.2.5 The step in the planning process which involves putting the plan into
action is known as a/an …

2×5 (10)

TOTAL SECTION A [20]

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SECTION B

Answer ANY TWO questions in this section.

QUESTION 2: ENTREPRENEURIAL QUALITIES

2.1. Elaborate the meaning of the concept entrepreneurship. (4)

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

NOAH POULTRY (NP)

Noah sells chickens and chicken eggs in a local community. Noah always come with
new ways of doing differently in his business. He is focused and determined to
achieve his goal. Noah’s business suffered a financial loss during a stages of load
shedding period in 2022 but he did not give up on his business.

2.2.1 Quote THREE entrepreneurial qualities from the scenario above. (6

2.2.2 Explain TWO other entrepreneurial qualities (not quoted from the
scenario). (4)

2..3 Suggest strategies that businesses can use to ensure that they remain profitable. (6)

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QUESTION 3: STARTING A BUSINESS VENTURE BASED ON AN ACTION PLAN

3.1 Elaborate on the meaning of an action plan. (4)

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

WELKOM CONSTRUCTIONS (WC)

Welkom Construction won a building construction tender to build a business

property in a local community. WC was advised to draw up an action plan that will
result to a successful business. WC defined the short- and long-term objective of
his plan. Welkom Construction also prioritised activities that needed to be done first.
WC realised that an action plan will enable them to identify gaps in the plan. An
action plan will also allow WC to bring together individuals that are knowledgeable
in the construction industry.

3.2.1 Quote the importance of an action plan from the scenario above.
(2)

3.3.2 Explain other importance of an action plan.

(6)

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3.4 Discuss reasons why businesses need funding. (8)

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QUESTION 4: MISCELLANEOUS

STARING A BUSINESS BASED ON AN ACTION PLAN AND ENTREPRENEURIAL

QUALITIES

4.1 Defined Project planning as a project planning tool. (4)

4.2 Read the following scenario and answer the questions that follow:

JODESH ENTERPRISE (JE)

Jodesh needed extra capital to start up his business. He drew more than what he
deposited in his business bank account. He approached the owners of Soso Trading to
finance his business in exchange for a share in his business. Jodesh rented machinery
and other equipment from Greig Suppliers.

4.2.1 Identify THREE sourcing of funding used by Jodesh. Motivate your answer by (6)
quoting from the scenario above

Use the table below as a GUIDE to answer QUESTION 4.2.1

SOURCES OF FUNDING MOTIVATIONS
1.
2.
3.
4.3 Outline the importance of timelines. (4)

4.4 Explain THREE factors that influence the choice of funding (6)

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TOTAL SECTION B [40]

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SECTION C

Answer ONE question in this section.

QUESTION 5: PRESENTATION OF BUSINESS INFORMATION

Business are required to have well written reports that must be shared with its
stakeholders. Managers should consider some factors when preparing a
presentation and must handle feedback in a non-aggressive and professional
manner.

Write an essay on the presentation of business information in which you include

the following aspects:

 Outline the importance of presenting business information.

 Discuss the factors that the presenter must consider when preparing a
presentation.
 Explain the steps that must be followed when writing a report.
 Advice ways in which the businesses should respond to questions in a
non-aggressive and professional manner.
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QUESTION 6: TEAM DEVELOPMENT AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT

Businesses encourage employees to work in teams, which may lead to conflict

sometimes. For this reason, it is important for businesses to familiarise themselves with
the stages of team development. They should also be able to identify the causes of
conflict in the workplace and make use of the workplace forums to resolve conflict in the
workplace

Write an essay on the transformation of a business plan into an action plan in

which you include the following aspects:

 Elaborate on the meaning of conflict in the workplace

 Describe any FOUR stages of team development.
 Discuss the causes of conflict in the workplace
 Advise businesses on the functions of workplace forums.
[40]

TOTAL SECTION C

GRAND TOTAL 100

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