University of Cambridge International Examinations International General Certificate of Secondary Education
University of Cambridge International Examinations International General Certificate of Secondary Education
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1 (a) Identify and explain four reasons why Kolo might want to set up his own business rather For
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(b) Kolo will need money to finance the stock of parts used in car repairs. Consider the For
advantages and disadvantages of the following options for raising finance. Recommend Examiner’s
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2 (a) Kolo wants to get information about his competitors. Identify and explain four ways Kolo For
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(b) Kolo plans to promote his new business. Consider the advantages and disadvantages For
of the following methods of promotion. Recommend which method he should choose. Examiner’s
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3 (a) Kolo needs to buy parts to repair cars. He plans to buy these parts directly from large For
manufacturers. Identify and explain one advantage and one disadvantage for a small Examiner’s
business of buying from large companies. Use
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(b) There are three possible sites for the new garage. Consider the advantages and For
disadvantages of each site. Recommend which site Kolo should choose. Justify your Examiner’s
choice. Use
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4 (a) Explain how the economic data from Appendix 3 could affect the success of Kolo’s new For
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(b) Do you think Leslie should be satisfied with the financial position of his business? Justify For
your answer using profitability ratios calculated from the information in Appendix 1. Examiner’s
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5 (a) Kolo plans to use different methods of payment for mechanics (car repair workers) For
and sales staff. Identify and explain a suitable method of payment for mechanics and a Examiner’s
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(b) Kolo is considering importing some of the cars he wants to sell. Consider three For
problems Kolo could have if he imports cars. Recommend whether Kolo should import Examiner’s
cars. Justify your answer. Use
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