AQASpec AssessmentFoundation & Higher~35 min

Extended Response and Case Study Technique

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Topic overview

What you need to know

Strong business answers use the case, analyse connected consequences, consider alternatives and reach a justified conclusion aligned to objectives.

Exam tip

A conclusion should decide, use the most important case evidence and explain why the rejected alternative is less suitable.

Revision notes

Core ideas

Secure these ideas first. Say each definition in your own words, then connect it to the topic overview.

  • Application: Using specific information from the business case to make a point relevant.
  • Analysis: Explaining a connected chain of consequences rather than listing effects.
  • Evaluation: Weighing evidence and alternatives to reach a supported judgement.

Revision notes

Apply it in the exam

The exam will rarely ask for an isolated definition. Practise selecting the right idea and using it as part of a complete explanation or method.

  • Counterargument: A relevant reason why the proposed choice may not produce the expected benefit.
  • Short-term effect: A consequence likely to occur soon after a decision.
  • Long-term effect: A consequence that develops over a longer period and may affect strategic objectives.

Core knowledge

Key facts for Extended Response and Case Study Technique

1

Application

Using specific information from the business case to make a point relevant.

2

Analysis

Explaining a connected chain of consequences rather than listing effects.

3

Evaluation

Weighing evidence and alternatives to reach a supported judgement.

4

Counterargument

A relevant reason why the proposed choice may not produce the expected benefit.

5

Short-term effect

A consequence likely to occur soon after a decision.

6

Long-term effect

A consequence that develops over a longer period and may affect strategic objectives.

Active recall

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  1. 1.Without looking, explain application and give one example or consequence.
  2. 2.Without looking, explain analysis and give one example or consequence.
  3. 3.Without looking, explain evaluation and give one example or consequence.
  4. 4.Without looking, explain counterargument and give one example or consequence.

Content reviewed 23 July 2026 against the current linked specification.

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