WMH is a business which operates in the secondary sector. It makes furniture including tables and chairs. WMH's employees are all members of a trade union. The Managing Director knows the business is likely to remain small. She is considering introducing new technology into WMH's factory. She also knows it is important for a manufacturing business to choose a suitable location for a factory.
- (a)Define 'trade union'.[2]
- (b)Define 'secondary sector'.[2]
- (c)Identify four reasons why a business might remain small. Reason 1: Reason 2: Reason 3: Reason 4:[4]
- (d)Explain two possible effects of WMH introducing new technology. Effect 1: Explanation: Effect 2: Explanation:[6]
- (e)Explain two factors a manufacturing business should consider when deciding on a suitable location for a factory. Which factor is likely to be the most important? Justify your answer.[6]
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