Question 1
4 marksAnswer each question by choosing one option from A to D.
(a)
The human resources function of a supermarket chain has agreed a pay rise for all of its shop assistants.
This decision will most affect the finance function of the supermarket chain because:
- A fewer customers will visit the stores
- B new tills will need to be installed in every store
- C the costs of the business will increase
- D the quality of customer service will improve
(b)
The operations function of a furniture manufacturer is replacing hand assembly with automated machinery.
Which task is the human resources function most likely to carry out as a result?
- A arranging training for staff to use the new machinery
- B calculating the break-even output of the factory
- C choosing a supplier for the new machinery
- D deciding the selling price of the furniture
(c)
Which of the following is an example of the finance function working with the marketing function?
- A carrying out quality control checks on finished goods
- B checking that a job advert follows employment law
- C ordering raw materials from a new supplier
- D setting a budget for an advertising campaign
(d)
Market research carried out by a sandwich shop has found that customers want a vegan range.
This is most likely to affect the operations function of the sandwich shop because:
- A a bank loan will need to be repaid more quickly
- B new ingredients will need to be ordered and new sandwiches made
- C staff contracts of employment will need to be changed
- D the shop's social media pages will need to be updated