CIPS Exam A6 Topic 5 Question 62 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's A6 exam

Question #: 62
Topic #: 5

[All A6 Questions]

A PEST analysis is conducted on which of the following environments of a company? (2 marks)

AExternal

BInternal

CHistorical

DPolitical

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by Nicholle at Sep 14, 2024, 02:04 PM

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Yvonne

6 months ago

I'm feeling lucky. Let's go with D) Political. Gotta keep those politicians on their toes!

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Nan

5 months ago

You're right, we should consider political factors in our analysis to stay informed.

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Alethea

5 months ago

Actually, a PEST analysis does include political factors, so D) Political is a valid option.

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Catarina

5 months ago

I think a PEST analysis focuses on the external environment, so it's not political.

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Lai

6 months ago

External, of course. PEST stands for Political, Economic, Social, and Technological. Duh!

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Alisha

5 months ago

B) Internal

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Elvis

5 months ago

Exactly, PEST analysis focuses on the external environment of a company.

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Alona

5 months ago

A) External

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Dacia

6 months ago

I think it's important to consider both internal and external factors for a comprehensive analysis.

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Britt

6 months ago

I agree with Lizette, it helps to analyze the political, economic, social, and technological factors affecting the company.

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Brittani

6 months ago

A PEST analysis? That's like a political weather report for businesses, right? I'm going with A) External.

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Isreal

6 months ago

That's correct! It helps businesses understand the external factors that may impact their operations.

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Francesco

6 months ago

I think it also includes factors like economic, social, and technological influences.

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Glendora

6 months ago

Yes, you're right! A PEST analysis looks at the external environment of a company.

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Lizette

7 months ago

A PEST analysis is conducted on the external environment of a company.

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