Business Studies Essay Questions & Answers
Business Strategies and Problem Solving Techniques
Grade 12
, Question 1:
Identify the business strategy applicable to EACH statement below:
1.1) Hart Leather Ltd has taken over Smart Shoe Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd.
1.2) Tralfaga Coal Mine have sold some of their unproductive assets.
1.3) Gail Retailers are selling new products at lower prices.
1.4) Speedy Motor Spares added fishing equipment to their product line.
Question 2:
2.1) Outline any FOUR problem-solving steps
2.2) Suggest TWO strategies that businesses may use to manage EACH of the following socio-
economic issues:
2.2.1) HIV/Aids
2.2.2) Unemployment
Question 3 (Essay)
ZYL MANUFACTURERS (ZM) ZM specialise in the manufacturing of men's clothing. The
business is struggling to pay its creditors due to the high inflation rate. ZM need to conduct
the strategic management process in order to devise the best strategy that will assist them to
overcome the challenges of the macro environment.
3.1) Write an essay on the strategic management process. Include the following aspects in your
response:
3.2) Outline TWO aspects that should be considered during the initial stages of the strategic
management process.
3.3) Explain how ZM can apply the PESTLE model to deal with the challenges of the macro
environment.
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