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Question 1B: Product Recall Decision (20 marks)
Risk Area: Food Contamination Incident (Viral/Bacterial)
Format: Board Advisory Memo
Requirement: "Evaluate whether MC should conduct a voluntary recall of all products from the affected production batch (10,000 units) or limit recall to confirmed contaminated items. Use cost-benefit analysis including financial, reputational, and ethical considerations. Apply ACCA's ethical principles in your recommendation."
Professional Skills:
- Evaluation (decision analysis)
- Commercial Acumen (cost implications)
- Scepticism (risk assessment)
Time Allocation: 45 minutes (including 5 minutes planning)