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Business objectives and stakeholder objectives — practice question

SBG produces a variety of goods, including specialist paints. It operates 6 factories and employs 700 workers. All SBG’s employees are encouraged to take part in decision-making. SBG’s products are exported to 16 countries, with wholesalers as the main distribution channel. The Managing Director said that the business aims to grow and make a profit. He also recognises that all business activity creates externalities for SBG’s stakeholder groups.
(a)[2]

Define the term ‘externalities’.

(b)[2]

Define the term ‘stakeholder groups’.

(c)[4]

Outline two reasons why profit may be significant to SBG. Reason 1: Reason 2:

(d)[6]

Explain two ways SBG can include its employees in decision-making. Way 1: Explanation: Way 2: Explanation:

(e)[6]

Do you think using wholesalers is the most suitable way for a large business to distribute its products? Justify your answer.

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