Answering 12-Mark Questions (Cambridge International IGCSE Business)
Exam board Cambridge International · IGCSEUpdated 2025-09-11
How do I answer a CIE IGCSE Business 12-mark justify question?
- These questions only appear in Paper 2
- You are required to use the case study evidence and develop arguments, reaching a justified conclusion or recommendation
The level of response marking grid
- 12-mark justify responses are assessed using a marking grid
- A mark is determined by considering how well, overall, the response demonstrate the skills of knowledge, application, analysis and evaluation
- The examiner uses the grid to find the best fit for the response
| Level | Description |
|---|---|
| 3 (9-12) | Knowledge and Application - Excellent knowledge and understanding of relevant business concepts using appropriate terminology in context Analysis - Detailed discussion of two or more points Evaluation - Well-justified recommendation Guidance - A top-mark answer discusses a full range of points in detail, in context and includes a well-justified recommendation, including why alternatives were rejected |
| 2 (5 - 8) | Knowledge and Application - Good knowledge and understanding of relevant business concepts using appropriate terminology in context Analysis - Detailed discussion of at least one point Evaluation - Judgement with some justification / some evaluation of the choice made |
| 1 (1-4) | Knowledge and Application - Limited knowledge and understanding of relevant business concepts in context Analysis - Limited ability to discuss the points with little or no explanation Evaluation - Simple judgement with limited justification or a limited evaluation of choice made |
| 0 | There is no creditable response. |
Example
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The response below would achieve 12 marks as it
- Discusses a full range of points in detail, in context
- It includes a well-justified recommendation, explaining why alternatives were rejected
| Consider the following three problems for SSM when entering markets in other countries: - Cultural differences - Lack of knowledge - Import restrictions Which problem is likely to have the most effect on SSM? Justify your answer. |
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