Why is sales revenue alone not sufficient to measure the success of a business?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because profit, customer satisfaction, and long-term stability also matter
Sales show the value of goods or services sold, but they do not show how much the business spent to generate those sales. A firm may have high sales and still earn little profit or even incur a loss. Customer satisfaction, repeat purchases, quality, cash flow, and the ability to continue operating are also important indicators. Therefore, business success should be judged through several financial and non-financial measures, not sales alone.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because profit, customer satisfaction, and long-term stability also matter
Why is this the correct answer?
Sales show the value of goods or services sold, but they do not show how much the business spent to generate those sales. A firm may have high sales and still earn little profit or even incur a loss. Customer satisfaction, repeat purchases, quality, cash flow, and the ability to continue operating are also important indicators. Therefore, business success should be judged through several financial and non-financial measures, not sales alone.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Business Studies question. Chapter: Business, Trade and Commerce. Topic: Concept, characteristics and objectives of business.
