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Theme 1: Making the Business Effective

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What you'll learn

How a new business is structured for success.

Key ideas

  • Types of ownership: sole trader, partnership, limited company; limited liability.
  • Location factors and the marketing mix.
  • The purpose of a business plan.

Exam tips

  • Weigh the pros and cons of ownership types.
  • Apply location factors to the business.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing unlimited and limited liability.
  • Listing ownership types without evaluating.
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