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CAIE 7115 Business Studies Paper 2 — May/June 2025 Question Paper

The real May/June 2025 Paper 2 (Case Study) question paper for CAIE 7115 Business Studies (7115_s25_qp_22).

8 questions, 80 marks total.

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1. Question 1a8 marks

   Explain one way each of the following problems may affect TSE when entering a new market in another country. • Cultural differences • Lack of knowledge

2. Question 1b12 marks

   Consider the following two benefits for TSE of having a well-motivated workforce. Which benefit is likely to be the most important to TSE? Justify your answer. • Reduced absenteeism • Low labour turnover

3. Question 2a8 marks

   Explain one objective each of the following TSE stakeholder groups might have. • Shareholders • Suppliers • Employees • Customers

4. Question 2b12 marks

   Consider the following two ways TSE could use to increase efficiency. Which way should TSE use? Justify your answer. • Improving labour skills • Increasing automation and technology

5. Question 3a8 marks

   Explain four ways market research information can help a business.

6. Question 3b12 marks

   Consider the following two ways TSE could purchase the raw materials for its factories. Which way should TSE use? Justify your answer (12) • Head office in country P purchases the raw materials for all TSE factories • TSE's factory managers in each country purchase raw materials locally

7. Question 4a8 marks

   Explain two possible effects on TSE of the business cycle in country P moving into the recession stage.

8. Question 4b12 marks

   Using Appendix 3 and other information, consider the extracts from the income statements for the two companies in country P. Which company should TSE take over? Justify your answer using suitable calculations.