BCS Exam BAPv5 Topic 1 Question 48 Discussion

Actual exam question for BCS's BAPv5 exam

Question #: 48
Topic #: 1

A business case contains the following in its management summary:

'The recommended option meets the new regulatory requirements. It will ensure our products remain in the marketplace and be the first to receive compliance certification, which will enhance our reputation as the market leader

New business policies and processes will be introduced, which may temporarily reduce productivity. The action plan will be communicated to all staff at the next monthly meeting?

Which TWO categories of costs and benefits are described in this extract?

ATangible costs

BIntangible costs.

CTangible benefits

DIntangible benefits

EIrregular costs
A cost is an expenditure or sacrifice incurred or expected to be incurred as a result of a business change. A benefit is an advantage or improvement that is gained or expected to be gained as a result of a business change. Costs and benefits can be classified as tangible or intangible, depending on whether they can be measured in monetary terms or not. Therefore, options B and D are correct answers, as they describe intangible costs and benefits that are not easily quantified or valued. Intangible costs include the temporary reduction in productivity due to the introduction of new business policies and processes. Intangible benefits include the enhancement of the company's reputation as the market leader due to being the first to receive compliance certification. Option A is not a correct answer, as tangible costs are not described in the extract. Tangible costs are those that can be measured in monetary terms, such as the cost of purchasing new equipment or hiring new staff. Option C is not a correct answer, as tangible benefits are not described in the extract. Tangible benefits are those that can be measured in monetary terms, such as the increase in revenue or decrease in expenses.

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Suggested Answer: B, D

by Nobuko at Nov 01, 2025, 07:49 AM

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Jani

5 hours ago

This is a tricky one. I'm a bit confused about the difference between tangible and intangible costs and benefits. I'll need to review my notes and make sure I understand the definitions before attempting to answer.

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Rosio

6 days ago

I think I've got it! The business case talks about a temporary reduction in productivity, which sounds like an intangible cost. And the enhanced reputation as a market leader is an intangible benefit. So the correct answers are B and D.

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Elvera

11 days ago

Okay, so the key is to distinguish between tangible and intangible costs and benefits. The business case mentions some intangible benefits like enhanced reputation, but I'm not seeing any clear tangible costs or benefits mentioned. I'll need to think this through carefully.

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Ryann

16 days ago

Hmm, this question seems to be asking about the different types of costs and benefits described in the business case. I'll need to carefully read through the details and identify the tangible and intangible elements.

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