(a)[4]
The article opens by saying that Malaysia is a market-orientated economy. Identify evidence in the article that (i) supports this view; and (ii) goes against this view.
- Identify evidence in the article that supports this view. [2]
- Identify evidence in the article that goes against this view. [2]
(b)[2]
State two indicators that can be used to measure the performance of firms.
(c)[6]
The article says that the aim of the government programmes is to promote better performance by SMEs. Discuss how two of the government policies mentioned might be used to promote better performance by SMEs.
(d)[8]
The article says that the development of SMEs has been given government priority because they are important to the economy. How far does the information support this statement?