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Explain the four factors of production: land, labour, capital and enterprise.
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The purpose and nature of businesses
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Factors of production and business sectors
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Explain the four factors of production: land, labour, capital and enterprise
- This point belongs to The purpose and nature of businesses, especially Factors of production and business sectors.
- You need to be able to explain the four factors of production: land, labour, capital and enterprise.
- The key ideas to know are enterprise, land, and capital.
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Quick student answer
Explain the role of capital in a small manufacturing business.
Direct answer
Capital refers to the financial resources and physical assets used to produce goods, such as machinery, tools, and working capital.
How it works
In a small manufacturer, capital provides the means to purchase equipment, maintain production facilities and finance day‑to‑day operations. Without sufficient capital, the business cannot expand output or improve efficiency, limiting growth and competitiveness.
Key terms
- Labour: Human effort, both physical and mental, used in the production of goods and services.
Common trap
Confusing capital with labour: Capital refers to financial resources and physical assets, whereas labour is human effort.
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Factors of production and business sectors
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Factors of production and business sectors