The economy and business (Edexcel GCSE Business): Quizzes

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The economy and business
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What does economic climate describe?

Level of demand & spending in an economy

Why is GDP considered the most important economic indicator?

It captures total economic output

Which is NOT one of the four main sources of demand in an economy?

Charities

What typically happens to businesses when demand increases?

Sales improve & risk reduces

What effect do falling interest rates have on borrowing?

Borrowing becomes cheaper

How does a weak pound affect overseas demand for UK products?

Foreign customers find UK goods cheaper

What happens to demand when taxes increase?

Demand typically reduces

What typically happens to unemployment during high economic activity?

Unemployment falls

What generally happens to consumer incomes during low economic activity?

Consumer incomes fall

What may happen to inflation during high economic activity?

Inflation may increase

What may happen to interest rates during low economic activity?

Interest rates may fall

Why might small businesses be more vulnerable during economic fluctuations?

Less resources & market diversification

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