Test and improve your knowledge of the fundamentals of buying and selling with these Commerce past questions and answers.
The factor of production that is relatively indestructible and immobile is _______?
capital
labour
land
rent
Correct answer is C
land is a different type of factor of production than others. it possesses the following characteristics:-
1) free gift of nature- land is a gift of nature given to man free of cost
2) land is limited in supply- other factors of production can be increased in supply to a greater or lesser extent. but it is impossible to increase the supply of land
3) land is a primary factor of production- in every kind of production, we have to make use of land
4) land is a passive factor of production- land is a passive factor of production because it cannot produce anything by itself
5) land is permanent- land is indestructible
6)land is immovable
7) land varies in fertility
An agreement that is enforceable in law is ________?
a contract
an offer
an acceptance
a consideration
Correct answer is A
A contract is an agreement or law binding the creation of business and enforceable in law.
A bill of exchange already accepted can be discounted by the holder in ______?
the central bank
at least two banks
his bank
any bank
Correct answer is D
Is an unconditional written order from one person to another to pay a specified sum of money to a designated person.
Which of the following legislation aims primarily at the protection of consumers?
Law of contract
Trade description Act
Company's Act
Partnership Act
Correct answer is B
This protects the consumers from false description of goods in terms of quality, quantity, size, place and date of manufacture
A Major funtion of commerce is to
facilitiate human satisfaction through exchange
eliminate trade barriers
provide raw materials for manufacturers
influence government policies
Correct answer is A
Commerce provides the advantages of specialisation. It helps to better satisfy human wants by collecting and distributing goods. Commerce provides the necessary link between the producers and consumers of goods.