Define the term equality.

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2023). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

1. [2] (a) Knowledge of the term that demonstrates a clear understanding of the term.
2. [1] (a) Knowledge of the term that demonstrates a partial understanding of the term.
3. [0] (a) No creditable response.
4. [2] (a) Equality - processes designed to achieve a fair organisation, where all are treated in the same way regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation.
5. [2] (a) There is no discrimination/bias and all have equal value.
6. [2] (a) Where all are treated in the same way – regardless of gender, race, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation.
7. [2] (a) There is equality in an organisation/business where all are treated in the same way e.g. there is no discrimination/bias.
8. [1] (a) Equality is where everyone in a business receives equal treatment.
9. [1] (b) Knowledge of one relevant point is used to answer the question.
10. [2] (b) Developed application of one relevant point to a business context.
11. [1] (b) Limited application of one relevant point to a business context.
12. [0] (b) No creditable response.
13. [1] (b) One benefit to a business of employing a diverse workforce is that employees experience a positive, inclusive work environment with no discrimination.
14. [2] (b) Developed application of one benefit to a business is that creativity and a wide range of ideas is encouraged which likely leads to more creative solutions to more efficient process of production.
15. [1] (b) Limited application of one benefit to a business is that potential solutions to problems are offered.