Business 9609 · AS & A Level · Business finance

Business finance — practice question

(a)[2]

Define what is meant by the term ‘working capital’.

(b)[3]

Briefly explain two reasons why the effective management of working capital matters for all businesses.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Sound definition: The capital/finance/money needed to cover everyday operating costs, e.g. raw materials and credit extended to customers. A correct formula (current assets – current liabilities) is also worth 2 marks.

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