Cambridge OCR A Level · Business - H431

Business functions: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 3 written questions with worked solutions. All on Business functions.

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Question 1
1 mark

In a large manufacturing firm, which function is specifically responsible for stock control, logistics, and the research and development of production processes?

Question 2
1 mark

A business is experiencing low profitability despite high sales revenue. Which business function would be most responsible for interpreting final accounts and performing ratio analysis to identify the cause of this inefficiency?

Question 3
1 mark

Evaluate the significance of the interdependence between the Accounting and Finance function and the Human Resources function when a business decides to implement a new performance-related pay scheme.

Question 4
1 mark

Which business function is primarily responsible for the management of the marketing mix to meet customer needs and achieve business objectives?

Question 5
1 mark

Which of the following best describes the primary impact of the customer service function on a business’s long-term sustainability?

Question 6
2 marks

Identify and explain two primary functions of a business as outlined in the OCR syllabus.

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Question 7
3 marks

A large manufacturing firm has distinct departments for marketing and operations management. Explain one potential conflict that might arise between these two functions when launching a new product line.

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Question 8
5 marks

Evaluate the impact and importance of the accounting and finance function for a business's external stakeholders, such as potential investors and government tax authorities.

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