Microeconomics and Macroeconomics

Case study · Branded coffee shops

With reference to Figure 1, briefly explain the market structure that best describes the UK branded coffee shop market.

Case study · Branded coffee shops

With reference to Figure 3 and other information provided, discuss the price and non-price strategies that Starbucks may use to increase profitability.

Case study · Branded coffee shops

Examine the advantages of using an indirect tax as a means of reducing the use of disposable coffee cups.

Case study · Branded coffee shops

Evaluate the microeconomic and macroeconomic factors that may influence Starbucks’ decision whether to expand in a particular country.

Case study · Branded coffee shops

With reference to the information provided and your own knowledge, evaluate the microeconomic and macroeconomic effects of increased UK demand for coffee at branded coffee shops.

Case study · Indonesia

Using the data in Figure 4 and other information provided, explain the likely change to Indonesia’s terms of trade since 2011.

Case study · Indonesia

Examine the likely effects on the profitability of Indonesian rice farmers of the government’s increased investment in dams (Extract E, lines 43-48). Use a cost and revenue diagram to support your answer.

Diagram needed. Open the original question paper for the diagram ↗

Case study · Indonesia

Discuss the benefits of aid to Indonesia.

Case study · Indonesia

With reference to the information provided and your own knowledge, evaluate the microeconomic and macroeconomic effects on Indonesia of the volatility of prices of commodities such as coal.

Case study · Indonesia

Evaluate the likely microeconomic and macroeconomic effects of the supply-side policies recently introduced in Indonesia.