Question 1

**Section B - Case 3: CareNet**

CareNet is a global NGO providing mobile optical clinics in rural areas.

In Region X, CareNet spent $50,000 (Input) to operate clinics for one month. They conducted 2,000 eye exams (Output). As a result, 1,500 people received corrective glasses, and follow-up surveys showed that 1,200 people reported significantly improved quality of life (Outcome/Objective).

Calculate the Efficiency metric expressed as 'Cost per eye exam conducted'. (Enter your answer as a whole number).

Accepted Answer

Divide the total input cost by the total output (number of exams conducted).

Question 2

What mistakes do candidates make on this ACCA question?

Accepted Answer

Calculating cost per person with improved quality of life ($50,000 / 1,200), which is a measure of cost-effectiveness, not efficiency.

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