Consumer Studies Memo 1 (English)

November 2014 — Grade 12 / Matric — Consumer Studies

Memo 2014 Grade 12 English

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1.1.1Remembering, easy (F p 182 201 (1\

1.1.2Understanding, easy (F p 174, S p 193 \

1.1.3Remembering, easy (F p 71 , S p 77\ (1\

1.1.4Remembering, easy (F p 83, S p 98\ (1\

1.1.5Remembering, moderate (F p 79, S p 73\ (1\

1.1.7Understanding, easy (F p 84, S p 100\ Applying, moderate (F p 74, S 185\ (1\ (1\

1.1.8Applying, easy (F p 49, S p 48 (1\

1.1.9Applying, moderate (Grade 11\ (1\

1.1.10Remembering, easy (F p 125, S p 142\ (1\

1.1.11Remembering, easy (F p 126, S p 146\ (1\

1.1.12Remembering, easy (F p 133, S p 155\ (1\

1.1.13Understanding, easy (F p 127, S p 145\ (1\

1.1.14Understanding, moderate (F p 1 , S p 1 (1\

1.1.15Remembering, easy (F p 36, S p 35\ (1\

1.1.16Remembering, easy (F p , S p (1\

1.1.17Understanding, moderate (F p 1 , S p (1\

1.1.18Understanding, moderate (F p 11, S p 35 (1\

1.1.19Understanding, moderate (F p 20, S p 24\

1.1.20Understandin g, moderate (F p 30, S p 30\ (1\

1.2.1eco friendly (F p 61, S p 66\ (1\

1.2.2low (F p 62, S p 68\ (1\

1.2.3flea markets (F p 64, S p 72\ (1\

1.2.4renewable (F p 61, S p 67\ (1\ [4] Remembering, easy4

3.1ypoglycaemia low blood glucose/ diabetes (S p 79\ NOTE: NOT low blood (1\

1.3.2anorexia nervosa (F p 82, S p 94\ (1\

1.3.3therosclerosis /coronary heart disease (F p 74, S p 83\ (1\

1.3.4(food\ allergy (F p 79, S p 92\ (1\

1.3.5bulimia (F p 82, S p 95\ (1\

1.3.6Celiac disease/gluten intolerance /gluten sensitive enteropathy (F p 80, S p (1\ [6] Remembering, moderate6

1.4(1\

1.4(1\ [5] Understanding, moderate (F p 163 164, S p 180 183 (in any sequence\ (5\ Understanding, moderate5

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2.1.1Define Grey goods Grey goods are goods that have been imported into a country through unofficial/unauthorised distribution channels. Grey goods are items that a manufacturer does not want sold in a particular country

2.1.2Define Scam A scam is a dishonest scheme. It usually involves an unsuspecting consumer who is cheated into paying an excessive price for the goods or services offered. In man cases, there are no real goods or services

2.2State THREE advantages of solar energy Solar energy is cl ean, does not cause pollution/ it is eco friendly. It is a renewable source of energy. Can function well in almost any climate. After initial investment is

2.3.1Name the Act that governs stokvels to ensure fair business National Credit Act (1\ Remembering, easy (F

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2.3.3Explain h ow being in a stokvel benefited Lindy to buy a refrigerator. Lindy paid subscriptions/contributed to establish a conti

2.3.4Explain h ow the g uarantee Lindy received when she purchased the refrigerator could benefit her. A guarantee is a promise in writing that the quality/durability of a product/service will meet certain sta

2.3.5Write a p aragraph to discuss possible reasons for the drastic price increase of the refrigerator. The reason for the price increase is inflation. Striking workers caused a loss of money as a result of lost working hours.

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3.1Give THREE reasons for the use of additives in food. To improve the taste flavour To improve the texture emulsifying/stabilising/ thickening To improve the appearance

3.2Explain h ow food irradiation impacts on public health. Irradiation eliminates/reduces the nu ber of pathogenic bacteria/ harmful organisms insects/ micro

3.3.1Give FOUR reasons why the learners were infected with E coli. ere was or sanitation/ learners used ushes for toilets. Lack of clean water/collect water from rivers to wash hands

3.3.2Discuss the t reatment of E coli infection. There is no special tre atment , except drinking lots of good quality water /fluids

3.4.1Give a r eason why osteo porosis is called the silent disease There are no warning signs/pain /symptoms for

3.4.2Explain w hy osteoporosis leads to bone fractures. Osteoporos is occurs when calcium is lost/ withdrawn from the bone more quickly/at a faster rate than can be

3.4.3Write a p aragraph to discuss how osteoporosis ca n be prevented in young adults through the intake of: (a\ Calcium (b\ Vitamins

3.5.1Define the term food security Food secur ity is the ability of individuals to obtain enough/sufficient/adequate and safe , nutritious food

3.5.2Give r easons why more female participants suffered from iron deficiency anaemia Food insecure people do not eat enough food / do not earn enough money for food/ cannot afford iron rich foo and

3.6.1Identify TWO common allergens that are present in the rusks. Wheat (flour\ / Wheat bran Cow s milk buttermilk Egg

3.6.2Evaluate the s uitability of the rusks for a person with diabetes. The product has a high carbohydrate content which is not good for diabetics as this causes the blood glu cose levels to

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4.1Describe each of the following stages of the fashion cycle

4.1.3Introduction/Launch The fashion is first introduced. Celebrities are photographed wearing the t rend /Fashion leaders adopt or accept or reject the fashion / before anyone else wears it. (Any 2\

4.2Describe the term 'retrospective fashion' by referring to the information in the extract. Retrospective fashion refers to clothes that imitate the style of a previous era. Fashion often looks to the past for inspiration

4.3Explain h ow shopping at second hand clothing shops or garage sales contribute to the sustainability of the environment. Unwanted garments are not discarded; they are sold for use a second

4.4.1Explain the o ptical illusion created by the lines on the dress and shirt. (2\ The horizontal lines/stripes on t he dress create the optical illusion that the woman is shorter/wider. The lines with the white/grey/light background (from hip to

4.4Evaluate the s uitability of the dress OR the shirt as items in a basic work wardrobe for a female a male. Dress It c annot be mixed and matched as easily as a separate bottom and

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5.1.1Identify and explain the type of home ownership for (a\ The couple s landlord. Sectional title ownership

5.1.2Discuss the t ype of contract that the couple sign when they moved

5.1.3Refer to the scenario and discuss the b enefits that building their own home has for this couple. They can build their dream house which may incre

5.1.4Choose the ype of interest that best suit this couple s needs and otivat

5.1.5Discuss the t ype of housing subsidy/support Yaseem qualifies for. He qualifies for Government em ployer support/ monthly housing allowance/subsidy. He qualifies for this as he is permanently/ full time employed

5.2List FOUR universal design features one should expect to find on any modern washing machine. Dialogue display /digital screen with easy to read instructions. An alarm to indicate the end of the programme

5.3State TWO responsibilitie s of the consumer:

5.3.1At t he time of delivery of a newly purchased ho usehold appliance. Make sure the manufacturer included an instruction manual Inspect the appliance carefully at delivery for possible defects Sign the delivery note.

5.3After delivery of a newly purchased household appliance. Read th e instruction manual carefully and follow instructions on how to use the appliance. Complete the registration card guarantee and return it to the

5.4Compare the following transactions by completing the table in your ANSWER BOOK: TRANSACTION PERIOD OF TIME FOR PAYMENT EXTRA COSTS

5.4.1Instalment sale ransaction 36 months (1\ NOTE: NOT over a period of time. Any number of months within 6 36 months is

5.4.2Cash on elivery Paid whe delivered / paid once off (1\ None/del ivery charges where

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6.1Explain each of the following terms

6.1Target market: specific group of people , with common needs and interests, who may w ant to buy your product/service and who is willing to pay the price for the product/service.

6.1.2Mark The amount/percentage added to the cost price of goods To cover overheads/expenses and still leave money over for a profit (Any 2\ (2\ Rememberin g, easy

6.2.1State THREE benefits of training unskilled workers. Improves quality of work / can work independently Leads to reduced wastage Improves the employee's morale Employees obtain new skills

6.2.2Explain h ow Lea fulfilled each of the other P s of the marketing mix. Promotion: The entrepreneur took samples around to store owners / interesting/ professional packaging/ labelling

6.2.3Explain h ow regular/routine maintenance of the equipment could benefit the business. Prevent unexpected breakdowns during production Ensures continuous production flow Reduces repairs and unscheduled maint

6.2.4Use the information in the case study to i dentify FIVE factors that contribute to the success of this business is passionate about what she is doing/about the business.

6.2.5One of the products sells for R30 00. The producti on cost for this product is R12. 00. (a\ Calculate the profit that the entrepreneur makes on one product. Show ALL calculations. Profit

6.2It is very likely t hat this business will continue to mak e a sustainable profit. Give THREE reasons to support this statement. The business produce a variety of products/wider market he keeps on developing new products

6.3Predict why December 2013 will be the best sales scenario. The business met its sales target and achieved its sales objective. They sold more/all the products in December. During January the business only made a

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SubjectConsumer Studies

Year2014

SessionNovember

TypeMemo

PaperPaper 1

LanguageEnglish

Pages19

Downloads7

Examination context

Decade2010s

Years ago12y

SeasonSpring (SH)

Start dayWednesday

Exam periodNovember 2014

Days since exam4,371

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