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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of business concepts, terminology and issues.
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Business decision making and command words
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Assessment objectives and command words
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of business concepts, terminology and issues
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- You need to be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of business concepts, terminology and issues.
- The key ideas to know are business, demonstrate, and understanding.
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An independent retailer is considering expanding its product range. Analyse the potential impact on its costs and revenue.
Direct answer
Expanding the product range is likely to increase variable costs such as inventory and marketing, while fixed costs may remain unchanged. If the new products attract sufficient demand, revenue could rise, improving profit margins. However, if demand is weak, the additional costs could erode profitability.
How it works
The answer should outline how variable costs rise with a larger range, the possibility of higher revenue, and the effect on overall profit, showing cause‑and‑effect reasoning.
Key terms
- Command word: A word in an exam question that tells the student what type of response is required, such as define, explain, analyse, evaluate, justify, or calculate.
Common trap
Confusing fixed and variable costs: Fixed costs remain constant regardless of output, while variable costs change with the level of production.
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- Apply business knowledge and understanding to different business contexts.
Assessment objectives and command words
- Analyse business information and issues to show understanding of business activity.
Assessment objectives and command words
- Evaluate business information and issues to make judgements and draw conclusions.
Assessment objectives and command words
- Use command words such as identify, explain, analyse, evaluate, discuss, recommend and justify in business responses.
Assessment objectives and command words