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O-LevelCommerceRetail tradeOct/Nov 2013

The table in Fig. 2 shows the number of retail outlets in a town. 1 department store 2 supermarkets 3 variety chain stores 12 multiple chain stores...

O-LevelCommerceGlobal tradeOct/Nov 2013

Some car companies in the international motor industry manufacture cars in countries where tariffs and quotas exist.

O-LevelCommerceWholesale tradeOct/Nov 2013

Fig. 3 shows a price list that appeared in a trade magazine. LATIFF CASH AND CARRY WHOLESALERS Light Bulbs and Electrical Accessories Prices per 10...

O-LevelCommerceProductionOct/Nov 2013

Sari and Ismail have opened a shop selling computers. They also repair customers' computers. They work in the tertiary sector of production.

O-LevelCommerceRetail tradeOct/Nov 2013

Busybuy Stores is a large retailing business with supermarkets in many parts of a country. It has regional distribution warehouses and its own flee...

O-LevelCommerceWholesale tradeOct/Nov 2013

Takunda Ltd sells its fizzy drinks in bulk to wholesalers and large-scale retailers all over the country.

O-LevelCommerceBusiness enterpriseOct/Nov 2013

Makore Ltd is a public limited company trading in a number of markets. It sells electronic toys. Many of its customers are private limited companies.

O-LevelCommerceGlobal tradeOct/Nov 2013

Tresum Ltd is a manufacturer of motor vehicle parts. Most of its products are exported. Last year the value of the total sales of the company was $...

O-LevelCommerceInsuranceOct/Nov 2013

A manufacturer based in a city in the centre of a country is selling a large consignment of furniture to a retailer located in a town 450 kilometre...

O-LevelCommerceCreditOct/Nov 2013

Mrs Ho wishes to buy a home cinema system costing $5000.

O-LevelCommerceAdvertisingOct/Nov 2013

[Figure 4] Use the information in Fig. 4 to help you to answer the following questions.

O-LevelCommerceProductionOct/Nov 2014

The diagram shows stages of production. [Figure 1.1] What do X and Y represent?

O-LevelCommerceProductionOct/Nov 2014

Why are commercial services essential to a motorcycle manufacturer?

O-LevelCommerceRetail tradeOct/Nov 2014

To what does the term 'loss leader' refer?

O-LevelCommerceRetail tradeOct/Nov 2014

What would be an advantage to a retailer of having a vending machine situated outside his shop?

O-LevelCommerceRetail tradeOct/Nov 2014

The following headlines have recently appeared in the local newspapers. [Figure 6.1] The small-scale retailer can cut costs to survive competition ...

O-LevelCommerceCreditOct/Nov 2014

Which statement explains why retailers offer credit to consumers?

O-LevelCommerceConsumer protectionOct/Nov 2014

Why do customers need safeguarding by consumer protection law when buying products?

O-LevelCommerceWholesale tradeOct/Nov 2014

What is a major service provided by wholesalers to consumers?

O-LevelCommerceRetail tradeOct/Nov 2014

MEL is a large supermarket chain which sells many of its own branded goods. Which channel of distribution enables MEL own branded goods to reach co...

O-LevelCommerceWholesale tradeOct/Nov 2014

Which name is given to the person who does not have possession of the goods, but sells them on behalf of his principal?

O-LevelCommerceCommunicationsOct/Nov 2014

The sequence of documents used for a business transaction between two firms is shown. [Figure 12.1] Which documents fit the X and Y boxes to make t...

O-LevelCommerceFinanceOct/Nov 2014

High Fashion Wholesalers prepared a statement of account for Lee Trading. [Figure 13.1] How much did Lee Trading owe High Fashion Wholesalers on Au...

O-LevelCommerceFinanceOct/Nov 2014

Enver has been selling ice creams for $0.80 from his market stall. He buys them at a cost price of $0.50. A supermarket is now selling the ice crea...

O-LevelCommerceGlobal tradeOct/Nov 2014

Which statement is likely to be true for countries belonging to a trading bloc?

O-LevelCommerceGlobal tradeOct/Nov 2014

Which statement describes entrepôt trade?

O-LevelCommerceGlobal tradeOct/Nov 2014

Four export managers are in conversation. [Figure 18.1] Which export manager is likely to encounter the least difficulty selling products?

O-LevelCommerceCommunicationsOct/Nov 2014

Which service can be used to hold a face-to-face meeting between people in different places?

O-LevelCommerceCommunicationsOct/Nov 2014

Which group contains only telecommunications services?

O-LevelCommerceCommunicationsOct/Nov 2014

A salesperson is planning to travel to several cities but has not yet reserved hotel accommodation. Which post office service will enable the sales...

O-LevelCommerceTransportOct/Nov 2014

The picture shows a roll-on, roll-off ferry. [Figure 24.1] What is the advantage of using this type of ship to move goods?

O-LevelCommerceTransportOct/Nov 2014

A supplier sends goods using his own transport. Which document would be sent with the goods?

O-LevelCommerceWarehousingOct/Nov 2014

Which product would be stored long-term in a warehouse?

O-LevelCommerceWarehousingOct/Nov 2014

Goods must be stored in a bonded warehouse when

O-LevelCommerceInsuranceOct/Nov 2014

Ali Khan has obtained the following information about insuring the factory that he owns. It is valued at $1 m and is located in Area 1. [Figure 29....

O-LevelCommerceInsuranceOct/Nov 2014

Sally insured her motorcycle against theft. Yesterday it was stolen. Which document must she complete to apply for compensation from her insurers?

O-LevelCommerceBankingOct/Nov 2014

How does a bank night safe assist a local retailer?

O-LevelCommerceBankingOct/Nov 2014

What is the safest and quickest way of sending money to someone in another country?

O-LevelCommerceBankingOct/Nov 2014

Why might a bank manager wish to see a company's accounts before deciding whether or not to grant a loan?

O-LevelCommerceBankingOct/Nov 2014

In modern banking, what does ETF stand for?

O-LevelCommerceBusiness enterpriseOct/Nov 2014

How does a private limited company differ from a public limited company?

O-LevelCommerceFinanceOct/Nov 2014

Which source of finance is the most appropriate for a company that wishes to replace its vehicles every two years?

O-LevelCommerceFinanceOct/Nov 2014

Capital used to buy goods for resale is called

O-LevelCommerceFinanceOct/Nov 2014

A retailer has the following trading figures. [Figure 40.1] What is the retailer's rate of turnover?

O-LevelCommerceBusiness enterpriseOct/Nov 2014

What is a basic need?

O-LevelCommerceBusiness enterpriseOct/Nov 2014

Modern societies usually require the contribution of those working in direct services. Which job is a direct service?

O-LevelCommerceRetail tradeOct/Nov 2014

The following types of retailer operate in a country. Which retailer will have branches in many towns and cities?

O-LevelCommerceAdvertisingOct/Nov 2014

Why do manufacturers brand their products?

O-LevelCommerceConsumer protectionOct/Nov 2014

The diagram illustrates a reason for consumer protection. [Diagram of a person under a leaking umbrella] What is that reason?

O-LevelCommerceRetail tradeOct/Nov 2014

Four channels of distribution are shown. What is the most appropriate distribution channel for the selling of bread?

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