Business Studies · May / June 2026 · Paper 12 · Question 4

BRK is a copper mining business which operates in the primary sector. It is a multinational company (MNC) with mines in 15 countries. As a large business BRK benefits from economies of scale. BRK’s managing director knows the business creates many external costs. He said: ‘I often have to respond to the actions of pressure groups who try to influence BRK’s decisions. However, it is important to recognise that a business can create external benefits.’

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