Reference specific Extracts or Figures from the case material.
You must accurately extract trends from tables, charts, and extracts. A "One-Shot" master avoids simply quoting figures and instead describes the relationship between variables (e.g., "inverse relationship," "period of volatility"). One Shot CSQ
For higher-mark "Discuss" questions within the CSQ, use the following structure: State the economic impact or factor clearly. Reference specific Extracts or Figures from the case
In a "One-Shot" practice, you simulate the pressure of the 2-hour 15-minute paper (for H2). A proper write-up allocates roughly 1.8 minutes per mark . Structural Strategy: The "PEEL" Method For higher-mark "Discuss" questions within the CSQ, use
Use the C-A-S-E (Concept, Analysis, Steps, Evidence) framework.
Every claim must be tethered to the provided text. Avoid "generic" economic answers; if the case study is about the solar panel industry, your analysis should specifically mention subsidies or costs related to that industry. Command Word Precision: "Calculate": Show your workings clearly. "Describe/Identify": Keep it brief; look for trends.
Provide a balanced view with a reasoned conclusion (synthesis).