CBSE SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER – SET II

CBSE SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER – SET II
BUSINESS STUDIES
CLASS XII
MAX. MARKS: 100 TIME: 3 Hours
General instructions:
1. Answers to questions carrying 2-3 marks should not exceed 30-40 words.
2. Answers to questions carrying 4-5 marks should not exceed 60-80 words.
3. Answers to questions carrying 6 marks should not exceed 120 words.
4. Attempt all parts of a question together.

1. ‘Management as a group have the responsibility of managing an enterprise’ Explain. 2
2. How does the change in social environment affect a business? 2
3. Explain the concept of ‘Noise’ in the communication process in about thirty words. 2
4. What is the meaning of ‘Insider Trading’? 2
5. Define ‘consumer’ under Consumer Protection Act, 1986. 2
6. If an organization does not provide the right place for physical and human resources in the organization, which principle is violated? What are the consequences of it? 3
7. XYZ Limited is manufacturing chemicals and textiles. What type of organizational structure would suit the requirement of such an organization? And why? 3
8. State the steps in the process of organizing as a function of management. 3
9. State the objectives of marketing management. 3
10. Explain any three factors to be kept in mind before selecting a particular media of advertising. 3
11. State any four points highlighting the significance of principles of management. 4
12. How does delegation of authority help in reducing the workload of managers and in motivating the subordinates? Explain briefly. 4
13. Explain ‘supervisory relationship’ and ‘Assignment of Challenging Jobs’ as non-monetary incentives. 4
14. The manager of Impact Enterprises dealing in cosmetics is facing the problem of poor sales. Suggest and explain any four promotional measures that he can undertake to improve the sales. 4
15. Mr. Soni a consumer purchased medicines without noticing the date of expiry. He also did not obtain the cash memo. Do you think he will be able to protect himself from the loss caused due to expired medicine? Give reasons in support of your answer. 4
16. Is management becoming a profession? Discuss in the light of the emerging trend. 5
17. Explain the meaning of ‘Business Environment’. Briefly discuss any two dimensions of general environment of business. 5
18. Define ‘controlling’. State the steps in the process of controlling as a function of management. 5
19. Explain the five features of an appropriate capital structure. 5
20. State any five effects of under capitalization on the company. 5
21. State any six features of planning function of management.
OR
State any six points of importance of planning function of management. 6
22. Which system of wage payment will be suitable in the following situations and why? 6
a. When quality is of supreme importance.
b. When there is no standard unit of output.
c. When there is clear relationship between employees’ efforts and output.
d. When rate of output is determined solely by process and not by the
operator.
e. When the work force comprises learners and trainees.
f. When the job is standardized.
OR
Name the function of management which concentrates on employing and retaining the right person at the right place. Explain why this function is important in any organization? 6
23. Explain how supervision ‘facilitates control’, ‘Improves communication’ and ‘Helps in optimum utilization of resources’. 6
OR
Explain any four needs that motivate an employee to work.
24. Distinguish between ‘Capital Market’ and ‘Money Market’ on any six bases.
OR
Distinguish on any six bases between ‘Primary Market’ and ‘Secondary Market’ as components of ‘Capital market’. 6
25. Explain the term ‘Product Mix’ and its four components.
OR
Explain the term ‘Marketing’. and any four functions performed by a marketing manager 6