2025HSCExtended response
Q25 (b)
25 marks
Question
Assess the interrelationship between changing community values and the achievement of just outcomes for consumers. In your answer, you must refer to at least ONE contemporary issue.
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Solution
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Demonstrates extensive understanding of community values and just outcomes relating to consumer law<br>Makes an informed judgement about the interrelationship between changing community values and achievement of just outcomes for consumers<br>Integrates relevant examples such as legislation, cases, media, international instruments and documents AND at least ONE contemporary issue<br>Presents a sustained, logical and cohesive response to the question using relevant legal terminology and concepts | 21–25 |
| Demonstrates substantial understanding of community values and just outcomes relating to consumer law<br>Makes a sound judgement about the interrelationship between changing community values and achievement of just outcomes for consumers<br>Uses relevant examples such as legislation, cases, media, international instruments and documents AND at least ONE contemporary issue<br>Presents a logical and cohesive response to the question using relevant legal terminology and concepts | 16–20 |
| Demonstrates an understanding of community values and just outcomes relating to consumer law<br>Makes some judgement about the interrelationship between changing community values and achievement of just outcomes for consumers<br>Makes some reference to examples such as legislation, cases, media, international instruments and documents AND at least ONE contemporary issue<br>Presents a structured response to the question using relevant legal terminology and concepts | 11–15 |
| Demonstrates limited understanding of community values and just outcomes relating to consumer law<br>Makes statements about the interrelationship between changing community values and achievement of just outcomes for consumers<br>Makes limited reference to examples such as legislation, cases, media, international instruments and documents AND may refer to a contemporary issue<br>Uses some relevant legal terminology | 6–10 |
| Writes in general terms about the law relating to consumers<br>May include reference to legislation, cases, media, international instruments and documents<br>May refer to general legal terms | 1–5 |
Answers could include:
- Legal and non-legal remedies available to consumers
- Contemporary issues concerning consumers
- Role of law reform.
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Options
- ConsumersInvestigate the legal and non-legal responses, themes and challenges in consumers.