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The paper sets out candidate instructions, available equipment (including a calculator), and assessment information such as mark allocation and expectations for clear written communication. It includes questions on private limited companies, characteristics of entrepreneurs, non-financial motives, stages in recruitment, and a direct selling scenario using commission calculations and market-share data to support decision making.","GCSE  \nWJEC GCSE in  \nBUSINESS  \nAPPROVED BY QUALIFICATIONS WALES  \nSAMPLE ASSESSMENT MATERIALS  \nTeaching from 2017  \nThis Qualifications Wales regulated qualification is not available to centres in England.  \nFor teaching from 2017 For award from 2019  \nGCSE BUSINESS  \nSAMPLE ASSESSMENT MATERIALS  \nContents  \nPage  \nUNIT 1: BUSINESS WORLD  \nQuestion paper 5  \nMark scheme 19  \nUNIT 2: BUSINESS PERCEPTIONS  \nResource Material 43  \nQuestion paper 49  \nMark scheme 57  \n\n| Candidate Name | Centre Number |  |  |  |  | Candidate Number |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |\n\nGCSE BUSINESS  \nUNIT 1  \nBUSINESS WORLD  \nSAMPLE ASSESSMENT MATERIALS  \n2 hours  \nADDITIONAL MATERIALS  \nIn addition to this examination paper, you will need a calculator.  \nINSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES  \nAnswer ALL questions.  \nWrite your name, centre number and candidate number in spaces at the top of this page.  \nWrite your answers in the spaces provided in this booklet.  \nUse black ink or black ball-point pen.  \nDo not use pencil or gel pen.  \nDo not use correction fluid.  \nINFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES  \nThe number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part question. You are advised to divide your time accordingly.  \nThe total number of marks available is 100.  \nYou are reminded of the need for good English and orderly, clear presentation in your answers. The quality of your written communication, including appropriate use of punctuation and grammar, will be assessed in your answer to questions 7(d); 8(c); 9(e) and 10(d) .  \n1. Which two of the following apply to private limited companies? [2]  \nTick two boxes only.  \n\n| The business is owned by shareholders |  | The name of the business is usually followed by the letters plc |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| The business has limited liability |  | The business sells shares on the stock exchange |  |\n\n2. Identify two characteristics of an entrepreneur. [2]  \n1 ……………………………………………………………………………………….  \n2 ……………………………………………………………………………………….  \n3. Which of the following is a non-financial motive for entrepreneurs? [1]  \nTick one box only.  \n\n| Profit |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| Salary increase |  |\n| Satisfaction |  |\n\n4. (a) Which two of the following are stages involved in the recruitment process? [2] Tick two boxes only.  \n\n| Advertise |  | Interview |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| Training |  | Job sharing |  |\n\n(b) (i) Identify one advantage of using external recruitment. [1]  \n\n| (ii) Identify one disadvantage of using external recruitment. | [1] |\n| --- | --- |\n\n5. Avon is an example of a direct selling business, where goods are sold directly to consumers.  \nGemma Thomas is considering selling for AVON, which provides a wide range of cosmetics and had been the market leader for a number of years. They also offer some of the best incentives, paying 20% commission for sales over £75 and 25% commission for sales over £145.  \n(a) Calculate the amount of money Gemma Thomas would earn if she sold £900 worth of AVON products. (Show your workings) [2]  \nThe table below is an extract of the global market share of leading direct selling companies:  \n\n| Global direct selling market share | 2016\u003Cbr>(%) | 2015\u003Cbr>(%) |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Amway | 9.1 | 9.1 |\n| AVON | 8.6 | 9.2 |\n| Herbalife | 4.7 | 4.4 |\n| Mary Kay | 3.4 | 3 |\n\n(b) With reference to the data in the table above, give two reasons why Gemma Thomas should consider selling for another company rather than AVON. 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