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Cambridge business as level Exam style questions based on chapter
enterprise, chapter 2 business structure and chapter 3 size of business. Short
questions and essay questions, and data response questions
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Here is a full set of Cambridge AS Level Business (9609) exam-style
questions based on:
Chapter 1: Enterprise
Chapter 2: Business Structure
Chapter 3: Size of Business
Structured exactly like real exam papers:
Section A: Short-answer questions
Section B: Data Response
Section C: Essay questions (8, 12, 20 mark style)
📝 SECTION A – Short Answer Questions
📘 Chapter 1: Enterprise
Define the term enterprise. [2]
Define the term opportunity cost. [2]
Identify two characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. [2]
Explain one reason why entrepreneurs are important to an economy. [3]
Explain one barrier to entrepreneurship other than lack of finance. [3]
Analyse one reason why some new businesses fail within their first year. [5]
Analyse one benefit to a country of increased entrepreneurial activity. [5]
📘 Chapter 2: Business Structure
Define the term sole trader. [2]
Define the term private limited company (Ltd). [2]
State two differences between a sole trader and a partnership. [2]
Explain one advantage of limited liability. [3]
Explain one disadvantage of being a sole trader. [3]
Analyse one advantage of forming a public limited company (plc). [5]
Analyse one reason why a partnership agreement is important. [5]
📘 Chapter 3: Size of Business
Define the term economies of scale. [2]
Define the term internal growth. [2]
State two ways of measuring the size of a business. [2]
Explain one benefit of small business size. [3]
Explain one disadvantage of large business size. [3]
Analyse one reason why a business might want to grow. [5]
Analyse one problem a business might face after rapid expansion. [5]
📊 SECTION B – Data Response Questions
📘 Data Response 1: Enterprise
Case Study: Fresh Juice Co.
Maria left her job as a manager to start her own organic juice business. She
invested $25 000 of her own savings and borrowed $15 000 from a bank.
Within 6 months, she faced strong competition from established
supermarkets selling cheaper juices. However, her product gained popularity
due to its quality and health benefits.
Questions:
Define the term entrepreneur. [2]
Identify two risks Maria has taken. [2]
Explain one opportunity cost of Maria leaving her job. [3]
Analyse one reason why Maria might succeed despite competition. [5]
Evaluate whether Maria should expand her business by opening a second
branch. [12]
📘 Data Response 2: Business Structure
Case Study: TechFix
Ahmed operates TechFix as a sole trader repairing computers. Due to
increased demand, he is considering converting the business into a private
limited company. He wants to protect his personal assets and raise additional
finance to expand.
Questions:
Define limited liability. [2]
State two features of a private limited company. [2]
Explain one advantage to Ahmed of changing to a private limited company.
[3]
Analyse one disadvantage of remaining a sole trader. [5]
Evaluate whether Ahmed should change the legal structure of his business.
[12]
📘 Data Response 3: Size of Business
Case Study: BuildPro Ltd
BuildPro Ltd is a medium-sized construction company employing 120
workers. The directors want to grow the company through internal
expansion. However, some managers are concerned that growth could lead
to communication problems and loss of control.
Questions:
Define internal growth. [2]
State two ways BuildPro could grow internally. [2]
Explain one economy of scale BuildPro might achieve. [3]
Analyse one disadvantage of becoming a larger business. [5]
Evaluate whether BuildPro should expand further. [12]
🏆 SECTION C – Essay Questions
(Choose one question from each pair)
📘 Chapter 1: Enterprise Essays
(a) Analyse the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. [8]
(b) Evaluate whether access to finance is the most important factor for
entrepreneurial success. [12]
OR
“Entrepreneurs are the most important factor of production.”
Discuss this view. [20]
📘 Chapter 2: Business Structure Essays
(a) Analyse the advantages and disadvantages of a partnership. [8]
(b) Evaluate whether a private limited company is always better than a sole
trader business. [12]
OR
“Limited liability companies are the best form of business organisation.”
Discuss this view. [20]
📘 Chapter 3: Size of Business Essays
(a) Analyse the benefits of business growth. [8]
(b) Evaluate whether large businesses are always more successful than small
businesses. [12]
OR
“A business should always aim to grow as large as possible.”
Discuss this statement. [20]
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Mark scheme
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Here is a Cambridge AS Level Business (9609) Mark Scheme for the
questions provided.
Structured using Cambridge marking principles:
Knowledge (K)
Application (APP)
Analysis (AN)
Evaluation (EVAL)
Level-based marking for 8, 12 and 20 mark questions
📝 SECTION A – Short Answer Mark Scheme
📘 Chapter 1: Enterprise
1. Define enterprise. [2]
1 mark – Basic idea (e.g. starting a business / taking initiative)
2 marks – Clear definition:
Enterprise is the ability and willingness to take risks and combine factors of
production to start and run a business.
2. Define opportunity cost. [2]
1 mark – Something given up
2 marks –
The next best alternative foregone when making a choice.
3. Two characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. [2]
1 mark each for valid characteristic:
Risk-taking
Innovation
Leadership
Confidence
Determination
Creativity
Vision
4. Explain one reason entrepreneurs are important to an economy. [3]
1 mark – Knowledge (e.g. create jobs)
1 mark – Explanation
1 mark – Development
Example:
Entrepreneurs create employment (K). This reduces unemployment (EXP)
and increases incomes and economic growth (DEV).
5. Analyse one reason why some new businesses fail. [5]
Level 2 (3–5 marks):
Knowledge (1)
Application (1)
Analysis (up to 3)
Example points:
Poor cash flow management
Lack of market research
Strong competition
Full marks require developed chain of reasoning.
📘 Chapter 2: Business Structure
8. Define sole trader. [2]
A business owned and controlled by one person with unlimited liability.
Full 2 marks for ownership + unlimited liability.
11. Explain one advantage of limited liability. [3]
1 mark – Protection of personal assets
1 mark – Explanation
1 mark – Development
Example:
Shareholders only lose what they invested, so their personal assets are
protected if the business fails.
13. Analyse one advantage of forming a plc. [5]
Points may include:
Ability to raise large finance
Stock exchange listing
Greater credibility
Full marks require clear cause → effect → consequence.
📘 Chapter 3: Size of Business
15. Define economies of scale. [2]
Reductions in average cost as output increases.
Must mention falling average costs.
18. Explain one benefit of small business size. [3]
Possible answers:
Close customer relationships
Flexibility
Quick decision making
20. Analyse one reason why a business might want to grow. [5]
Possible analysis:
Increased market share
Economies of scale
Increased profit
Full marks require developed analysis.
📊 SECTION B – DATA RESPONSE MARK SCHEME
Marking principle:
Application MUST refer to case
📘 Data Response 1 (Maria – Fresh Juice Co.)
1. Entrepreneur [2]
Person who organises factors of production and takes risks to start a
business.
2. Two risks [2]
Investing savings
Borrowing $15 000
Leaving paid job
3. Opportunity cost [3]
Must refer to lost salary/benefits from manager job.
4. Analyse one reason Maria might succeed. [5]
Example:
Product differentiation (organic, health focus) → attracts niche customers →
allows higher prices → competitive advantage.
5. Evaluate whether Maria should expand. [12]
Level Descriptors:
Level 1 (1–4):
Basic knowledge, little analysis
Level 2 (5–8):
Some analysis, limited evaluation
Level 3 (9–12):
Clear analysis + developed evaluation + justified conclusion
Points for expansion:
Increased revenue
Brand recognition
Economies of scale
Points against:
High risk
Cash flow pressure
Strong competition
Full marks require balanced argument and clear justified decision.
📘 Data Response 2 (TechFix)
6. Evaluate whether Ahmed should change structure. [12]
FOR:
Limited liability
Easier to raise capital
Business continuity
AGAINST:
Loss of control
Legal formalities
Costs of incorporation
Level 3 requires clear judgement.
📘 Data Response 3 (BuildPro Ltd)
6. Evaluate whether BuildPro should expand. [12]
FOR:
Economies of scale
Market dominance
AGAINST:
Communication problems
Loss of control
Diseconomies of scale
Must refer to 120 employees and construction industry.
🏆 SECTION C – ESSAY MARK SCHEME
🔹 8 Mark Questions
Level 1 (1–3):
Basic knowledge
Level 2 (4–6):
Some analysis
Level 3 (7–8):
Well-developed analysis
No evaluation required.
🔹 12 Mark Questions
Level 1 (1–4):
Limited explanation
Level 2 (5–8):
Good analysis
Level 3 (9–12):
Analysis + Evaluation + justified conclusion
Must show balanced argument.
🔹 20 Mark Questions
Level 1 (1–5):
Descriptive
Level 2 (6–10):
Some analysis
Level 3 (11–15):
Good analysis + some evaluation
Level 4 (16–20):
Strong analysis + strong evaluation + supported judgement
Example (20 mark):
“Entrepreneurs are the most important factor of production.”
High level answer includes:
Role of land, labour, capital
Risk bearing
Innovation
Counter argument: finance may be more important
Final justified conclusion
✅ What Cambridge Examiners Look For
✔ Clear definitions
✔ Logical chain analysis
✔ Application to case in data response
✔ Balanced arguments
✔ Clear justified conclusion in evaluation
If you would like, I can now provide:
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📊 Examiner commentary on how to reach Level 4
📄 A full Paper 1 mock with mark scheme
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