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A-LevelBusiness StudiesBusiness and its environment9609/12 · Feb/Mar 2021 · Q15 Marks

Define the term 'opportunity cost'.

  1. (a)Define the term 'opportunity cost'.[2]
  2. (b)Explain two qualities an entrepreneur is likely to need for success.[3]

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Feb/Mar 2021). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

  1. [2] The benefit/value/potential gain of the next best option/thing given up/not chosen. (2)
  2. [1] Occurs whenever a choice/decision is made/alternative chosen. (1)
  3. [3] Developed explanation of two qualities an entrepreneur is likely to need for success.
  4. [2] Developed explanation of one quality or partial explanation of two qualities an entrepreneur is likely to need for success.
  5. [1] Partial explanation of one quality an entrepreneur is likely to need for success or a list of two qualities.
  6. Answers could include: Innovative. Passionate. Committed. Self-motivated. Hard working. Multiskilled. Leadership/managerial skills. Ability to motivate others. Self-confidence. Ability to bounce back. Risk taker.

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Topic
Business and its environment, A-Level Business Studies (syllabus 9609). Structured question, 5 marks.
Source
A-Level Business Studies, Feb/Mar 2021 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 1.

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