# Accounting: Analysis and interpretation

> 9 questions based on past NSC papers, on analysis and interpretation, 35 marks in our Paper 1 questions. Answer one and see it marked mark by mark.

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Last updated: 2026-11-12

## Questions

- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q2.3.1 (3 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q2-3-1/): Calculate the operating expenses as a percentage of sales for the year ended 31 August 2024.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q2.3.2 (4 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q2-3-2/): Calculate the stock turnover rate of Lindani Traders for the year ended 28 February 2025.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q2.3.3 (3 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q2-3-3/): Calculate the interim dividend per share, in cents, for the year ended 31 August 2025.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q3.1 (4 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q3-1/): Give TWO indicators from the profitability information that show Kopano Ltd is keeping its costs under control.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q3.2 (3 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q3-2/): Comment on the change in the company’s dividend pay-out policy between the two years. Explain why this change is a responsible decision.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q3.3 (4 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q3-3/): Comment on whether the shareholders of Karoo Fresh Ltd should be satisfied with the earnings per share (EPS) and the return on average...
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q3.4.1 (4 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q3-4-1/): The directors of Lumka Traders Ltd bought additional fixed assets during the 2025 financial year.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q3.4.2 (6 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q3-4-2/): The directors of Mkhize Traders Ltd bought extra equipment during 2024 and paid for part of it with a new loan.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q3.6.2 (4 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/accounting/2024-nov-p1/q3-6-2/): The shareholders are pleased with the work of the CEO. Apart from the points already made about profit and dividends, identify and...

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