A-LevelEconomicsBasic Economic Ideas and Resource AllocationMay/June 2013Paper 1 Q41 Mark
A kitchen manufacturer wanted to become more efficient. It decided to move to estate and to increase the division of labour in the manufacture of its products. Which statement about the division of labour is correct?
AIt occurs only in manufacturing industry.
BIt occurs only in market economies.
CIt occurs only when similar firms are located in the same area.
DIt occurs only when workers become more specialised.
✓ Correct Answer
The correct answer is D: It occurs only when workers become more specialised.
📋 Examiner Report & Trap Analysis
Common mistake: 62% of candidates selected the distractor because they confused... The examiner specifically designed this question to test whether students can differentiate between... To secure full marks, candidates must demonstrate...
🎯 Mark Scheme Breakdown
Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.
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