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CAIE IGCSE Business Studies 4.1.2 production methods

Practise production-method questions by defining each method, applying benefits or limits and justifying the best choice.

Syllabus
2027–2029
Course
Business 0264

Exam points

  • Define flow production as continuous large-scale output on a production line.
  • Explain batch production benefits and limitations using the product or order context.
  • Justify job, batch or flow production by comparing output volume and product variety.

4.1.2—The main methods of production question 1

[Maximum number: 6]

TJK manufactures candles. Contributing to sustainable development is important to TJK. The business uses batch production in its factory in country X. The target market for TJK's products is females between 20 and 50 years of age. The Managing Director is reviewing TJK's financial data. An extract is shown in Table 3.1. He is also considering the benefits to a business of becoming a multinational company.

Table 3.1

Table 3.1

Do you think batch production is the best method of production for a business to use? Justify your answer.

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