Edexcel A Level Business Studies Paper 2: Business activities, decisions and strategy June 2025 question paper 9BS0/02

Explain one benefit to Tom Pellereau of using a business angel as a source of finance.

Using the data in Extract B, calculate the acid test ratio for Stylideas Ltd in 2024 to 2 decimal places. You are advised to show your working.

Assess whether Stylideas Ltd’s distinctive capability of innovation is the main reason for its success.

Assess the likely effects on Stylideas Ltd of changes in the UK business cycle.

As Stylideas Ltd grows, Tom Pellereau is considering whether to change its current role culture to a power culture to maintain the business’ success.

Evaluate these two options and recommend which one Tom Pellereau should choose to maintain the business’ success.

Explain one reason why quality is a source of competitive advantage for Nivea.

The average price for a Nivea product is £10.

Using the data in Extract F, calculate Nivea’s predicted sales volume in 2025. You are advised to show your working.

Tesco imports Nivea products that are manufactured in Germany.

Using the data in Extract G, and any other relevant information, assess the effect on Tesco of the change in the £ exchange rate from August to December 2024.

Assess the importance of capital-intensive production for Beiersdorf’s new factory.

When making business decisions, Beiersdorf’s Chief Executive believes that Beiersdorf should focus only on its shareholders. Other Directors argue that Beiersdorf should consider all its stakeholders.

Evaluate these two options and recommend which one Beiersdorf should choose when making business decisions.