Answering 4-Mark Questions (Edexcel A Level Business)

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How Do I Answer an Edexcel A Level Business 4-Mark Question?

  • 4-mark questions appear in Papers 1 and 2 only

Calculation questions

  • In these questions, you are asked to carry out a calculation using the given data
  • One mark is available for knowledge, with three marks available for application

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  • In these questions, you are asked to explain a key term in relation to the context
  • It could be an implication, a benefit or drawback, or the way a business concept can be applied to the given situation
  • One mark is available for knowledge, two marks for application, and a further mark is available for analysis

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Lisa Eades

Author: Lisa Eades

Lisa has taught A Level, GCSE, BTEC and IBDP Business for over 20 years and is a senior Examiner for Edexcel. Lisa has been a successful Head of Department in Kent and has offered private Business tuition to students across the UK. Lisa loves to create imaginative and accessible resources which engage learners and build their passion for the subject.