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CHAPTER 1
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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Rationale of the Study

Most Filipinos in today's generation like eating. Filipinos are always inquisitive

about popular foods today and eager to try them. Some Filipinos invent new dishes that are likely

to become popular. People are often eager to try something new or to put a new spin on

something that is already popular. The banana cue is a famous sweet food in the Philippines,

produced by deep-frying Saba bananas that have been lavishly covered in a thick layer of

caramelized sugar. Sweet bananas are frequently served on bamboo skewers since they are

commonly consumed as street food.

The name banana cue (or banana cue) is derived simply from the words banana

and BBQ. Although these are not cooked in, the same way as barbecue (marinated and grilled),

their appearance and use of skewers to serve is what inspired the word. Banana cue is prepared

using Saba bananas, which are one of the most popular banana kinds in the Philippines. These

bananas are generally a cooking banana, but they can also be eaten raw if desired.

Banana cue is a popular delicacy in the Philippines that consists of a deep-fried

banana coated in caramelized brown sugar, according to A. Leverkuhn (2023). Although this

cuisine is typically deep-fried, it is also known as banana-Q or banana-que, a play on the words

barbecue. This is known as "Filipino comfort food" and is a delicacy in Manila and other parts of

the Philippines. It is frequently consumed as a street dish, and its inherent mobility makes it a

popular component of outdoor festivals or festivities. According to a study published in the

Sweetntaste WordPress, banana cue, a popular Filipino merienda, has numerous health benefits.

Vitamin B6, Manganese, Vitamin C, Potassium, Dietary Fiber, Protein, Magnesium, Folate,
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Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin A, and Iron are all present. That is why it is highly healthy to

consume. It is also beneficial to one's appetite (Health Benefits., 2015).

The banana is regarded as one of the world's healthiest fruits. It is high in fiber

and vitamins but low in fat and cholesterol. Saba bananas are high in starchy carbs, which help

you feel full for a long time. Some people are concerned about the amount of sugar in the recipe,

but the beauty of homemade cuisine is that you may add and change as much as you want.

Banana cue or banana que is simply fried bananas caramelized with brown sugar and impaled

onto bamboo sticks. It got its name from combining the phrases banana and BBQ. This is due to

the caramelized bananas resembling golden-brown grilled meat, as well as the utilization of

barbecue sticks (foxyfolksy, 2022).

Cebu City, Philippines - A banana plant grows in the mountains. Banana cue is a

very popular street snack in the Philippines. Banana Cue is made with deep-fried bananas that

have been coated in caramelized brown sugar. We made a banana cue with Saba bananas, which

are often used in Filipino cooking. It is served on the streets and at some carenderia with a

bamboo stick (steemit.com, 2017).

We created a business plan as one of the things we did. Our objective is to

"provide quality products and healthy foods for all ages," with a focus on our product, the

"Banana Cue," and we are confident that it is helpful to their health. Our product is suitable for

everyone, including toddlers and adults. We collaborate and work as a team to finish this task

(job). The goal of our business is "to satisfy our customers' palates and provide them with good

service, wholesome food that will improve their body composition and a variety of food that they

will undoubtedly enjoy”. We expect our customers to be satisfied and deserving of our product.

Our purchasers were our ideal location or our social media friends, as well as our classmates,

teachers, and neighbors.

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Theoretical Background

This paper assume that Banana Cue as a first business of Grade 12 Advertising

ABM student in Asian Learning Center Inc., Punta Rizal Campus, Lapu-lapu City, this

assumption is supported by three theories, focusing the following; Profit First Theory by Mike

Michalowicz (2017), Lean Startup Theory by Eric Ries (2008), and Gig Economy Theory by Tina

Brown (2009).

The first theory that was used in this study was the Profit First Theory by Mike

Michalowicz (2017). Profit First Theory offers a unique cash management system that helps

businesses prioritize profit and achieve financial stability. It is a practical and actionable guide for

entrepreneurs looking to improve their profitability. It presents a theory and a practical approach

to managing finances and prioritizing profit in businesses. It introduces a cash management

system that helps shift the focus from revenue to profitability. The theory provides strategies and

steps for implementing this approach, making it a valuable resource for entrepreneurs seeking to

improve their financial health.

The second theory was Lean Startup Theory by Eric Ries (2008). It advocates for

a methodical and iterative approach to business startup. It highlights the need of creating a

minimal viable product (MVP) rapidly, testing it with real customers, and using their input to

make educated decisions and improvements. This method eliminates the danger of squandering

money on concepts that may not be marketable and encourages businesses to be versatile and

sensitive to client needs.

The third theory was Gig Economy Theory by Tina Brown (2009). Former New

Yorker editor Tina Brown used the term ‘gig economy’ in 2009 during the financial crisis to

characterize workers who worked numerous jobs. The gig economy idea reflects the changing
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nature of labor in the twenty-first century, in which many people work many, short-term, or

freelance jobs rather than traditional full-time ones. People can earn money from numerous

occupations and projects by using platforms and technology, giving them freedom and the

possibility to diversify their income streams. Financial independence can be attained through

strategically navigating the gig economy, optimizing earnings, and properly managing expenses.

These theories shed light on effective tactics for selling items or services in the

classroom. Sellers may maximize their strategy to reach and engage students and employees by

recognizing the captive. These theories also provide valuable insights and strategies for

entrepreneurs and businesses looking to thrive in the ever-evolving world of commerce. They

provide guidance on how to create unique experiences, identify untapped markets, manage

finances effectively, and adopt a scientific approach to business growth. By understanding and

applying these theories, you can enhance your chances of achieving profitability and success in

your ventures.
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Conceptual Framework

Banana Cue: First Business in making profit of Grade 12

Advertising ABM students in Asian Learning Center

Profit First Theory, Lean Startup Theory, and Gig

Economy Theory.

What could be the

What financial challenges
importance of having What are some ways that
do business owners face in
having enough funds can help boost financial
maintaining a Banana Cue
and finance for starting a gains and profits when
business?
successful Banana Cue selling Banana Cue?
business?

CONDUCTING A SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE TO

BANANA CUE VENDORS IN LAPU-LAPU CITY.
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Figure 1. Conceptual Framework

THE PROBLEM

Statement of the Problem

This study aims to determine the Banana Cue as First Business of Grade 12

Advertising ABM students. This study will be conducted among selected 20 banana cue vendors

in Lapu-Lapu City.

Specifically, it aims to answer the following questions:

1. What could be the importance of having having enough funds and finance for starting

a successful Banana Cue business?

2. What financial challenges do business owners face in maintaining a Banana Cue

business?

3. What are some ways that can help boost financial gains and profits when selling

Banana Cue?

Scope and Delimitation

The scope of this research is to discover whether selling Banana Cue may be a

profitable business. This entails selling Banana Cue to the selected 20 banana cue vendors in

Lapu-lapu City. This study focused solely on selected banana cue vendors in Lapu-lapu City.

Furthermore, this study is time-limited and only collects data within the city. To keep our

research focused and manageable, we decided to set a time limit and only collected data within

Lapu-Lapu City. This allowed us to gather information that specifically applied to our business

venture. By understanding the profitability of selling Banana Cue, we were able to make

informed decisions and come up with effective strategies.

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Significance of the Study

This study is considerably beneficial to the following:

The students. The study about Banana Cue as our business as students will

benefit us directly. We will gain experience in running a business and learn valuable

entrepreneurial skills. Additionally, it could inspire others to pursue their own ideas and find

success in their ventures.

The customers. The study will also benefit our customers. They will have access

to delicious and nutritious banana cue, providing them with a tasty and healthy snack option. It is

a win-win situation for everyone involved.

The entrepreneur. Entrepreneurs can also benefit from studying banana cue as

their first business. It can provide them with an opportunity to explore a unique market niche and

potentially generate profits. By understanding the ins and outs of the banana cue business,

entrepreneurs can develop valuable skills in product development, marketing, and financial

management.

The researcher. The study can benefit researchers. They can use our study as a

case study or reference for future research on entrepreneurship and the food industry. Our

findings and experiences can contribute to the existing knowledge in these fields. It is exciting to

think that our work can have an impact beyond our own business venture.

The school administrator. The study can benefit the school administrator. It

displays our initiative, creativity, and entrepreneurial skills, reflecting positively on the school. It
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can be a source of pride for the administrator to see students taking an active role in their

education and exploring real-world business opportunities.

Definition of Terms

Delicacy- means that the banana used in banana cue is skewered or pierced onto a stick before

being deep-fried and coated in caramelized brown sugar.

Impaled- means that the fried bananas are skewered or pierced onto bamboo sticks.

Inquisitive- means that Filipinos are curious and interested in learning about popular foods and

are enthusiastic about trying them.

Lavishly- means that the Saba bananas used in banana cue are skewered or pierced onto bamboo

sticks before being deep-fried and coated in caramelized sugar.

Minimal Viable Product (MVP) - refers to the creation of a basic version of a product or service

with enough features to satisfy early customers and gather feedback.

Squandering- means wasting or spending money, resources, or opportunities recklessly or

without consideration.
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CHAPTER 2
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CHAPTER 2

Review Related Literature and Review Related Studies

This chapter presents the related and studies after the thorough, in-depth search

done by the researchers.

Review of Related Literature

Studying the history of Banana Cue is crucial for entrepreneurs and researchers.

The banana is a tropical fruit that is grown in over 122 countries across the world. Until 2004, the

fruit was grown on 3.8 million hectares and produced 56.4 million metric tons, placing it fourth

after rice, corn, and milk (Chai et al., 2004). Banana cue, a favorite Filipino merienda, provides

several health benefits, according to a study published in Sweetntaste WordPress. It also

improves one's appetite (Health Benefits, 2015). This research aims to provide helpful insights

and recommendations for entrepreneurs wishing to enter the banana cue industry by examining

the elements that lead to the success of banana cue firms.

Pricing, advertising, and marketing methods are among the things that could

assist students in the study on selling banana cue. Pricing refers to the method used to establish

the price of a product, such as setting a fixed price or granting discounts. The many methods used

to promote and advertise the banana cue business are included in the marketing techniques.

Furthermore, considerations such as closeness to the target market, visibility, and accessibility

can all have an impact on the business's performance. The study can establish which area

provides the best profit for selling banana cue by testing multiple sites within the school grounds.

The profitability of the business, on the other hand, could be a deciding factor.

Based on factors such as income, costs, and ultimate profit, this variable assesses the financial

success or failure of the Banana Cue enterprise. The study's goal is to discover whether selling

banana cue can be a profitable student company. Customer satisfaction could be another
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influencing factor. This variable assesses customers' happiness and contentment with the Banana

Cue product. The survey can be used to measure how content and pleased customers are with

purchasing and consuming Banana Cue. Customer satisfaction is critical for retaining customer

support and repeat business.

Success Factors in Students’ Business

Competitive pricing is critical to the success of selling banana cue. Price is more

easily seen as a heuristic indication than quality (Yoon et al., 2014). According to Wijaya (2011),

pricing is the amount of money that a consumer must pay in order to acquire the benefits of a

product. Customer perception, demand, and profitability can all be influenced by the price you set

for your banana cue. Potential buyers may be turned off if the price is too high. However, if the

price is too low, it may have an impact on your profitability. Consumers will make an easy

buying decision if the pricing is in line with the benefits they perceive.

Effective promotion can have a positive impact on banana cue sales. You can

raise awareness and attract more clients by promoting your banana cue through various marketing

platforms such as social media, word-of-mouth, or fliers. According to Zikmud (2011), sales is a

company's communication role that is responsible for informing, persuading, and inviting

prospective clients. Customers' purchasing decisions will be tough (Mothersbaugh et al., 2007).

Effective promotion can generate excitement, emphasize your banana cue's distinctive traits, and

convince new customers to try it.

Strong marketing techniques can help Banana Cue sales succeed by raising

awareness, recruiting customers, and effectively promoting the product. Small business owners

should collect all marketing insights to help estimate growth and sustainability patterns (Fiore et

al., 2013). Strategies like targeted advertising, social media campaigns, and word-of-mouth

marketing can help Banana Cue gain visibility and build interest, resulting in increased sales and

profitability.
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Profitability and Customer Satisfaction

Profitability can have a huge impact on students when it comes to selling banana

cue. If the firm is productive, it can provide students with financial benefits such as extra money

or savings. This can improve their financial situation and help them achieve their personal

ambitions. Small business owners that understand profitability techniques may be able to help

their company expand (Blackburn et al., 2013). A profitable business can also enhance students'

confidence and drive because they can see the direct effects of their efforts and hard work. It can

also give students excellent entrepreneurial experience as well as teach them key skills such as

budgeting, marketing, and customer service. Overall, profitability can have a favorable impact on

students' motivation, financial status, and personal development.

Customer satisfaction can have a huge impact on students when selling Banana

Cue. If clients are pleased with their purchase of Banana Cue, it can lead to repeat business and a

larger network of support. The key to generating customer loyalty is to provide high customer

value. (Sugeng, 2016). This might lead to continuous earnings and growth for the students'

business. Satisfaction is defined as an evaluation of the features or benefits of a product or

service, or the product itself, that give a level of consumer pleasure in terms of meeting consumer

consumption needs (Sugeng, 2016). Furthermore, client satisfaction can help students build a

positive reputation as entrepreneurs, offering up prospects for larger ventures or partnerships in

the future. Therefore, customer satisfaction can benefit students' businesses, reputations, and

future possibilities.

Therefore, in the study on selling banana cue, factors like pricing, advertising, and

marketing methods are important. These elements can have an impact on the business's

performance and profitability. Additionally, consumer happiness is important. If students can

deliver great customer value and ensure that their customers are satisfied with their purchases, it

can lead to recurring business and a positive reputation as entrepreneurs. This may pave the way
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for future endeavors or partnerships. Taking both profitability and customer pleasure into account

will thus substantially aid students in their banana cue business.

Review of Related Studies

According to Goden, Malait, Jagdon, Malquisto, Lobitana, Singuran, and Tribajo

(2018), their study "Cue: Business Plan" focuses on Cue, a banana and camote cue business

managed by Grade 12 ABM students of 12-Franc. It intends to meet the standards of the K–12

curriculum. Cue offers tasty banana and camote cues at a low cost to students and teachers at San

Remigio National High School. The refreshments will be made in SRNHS's Home Economics

kitchen and distributed throughout the school. Cue envisions a health-conscious Filipino populace

and hopes to raise cultural awareness by selling nutritious traditional Filipino comfort food.

They intend to improve customer convenience through promotional techniques.

They will have sales representatives roaming the campus, selling their products and emphasizing

the convenience of their location. This strategy seeks to provide Cue with a competitive edge by

bringing them closer to their target market. They really think that their consumers are their most

effective marketing instrument. They value clean and high-quality products from production to

marketing and distribution, and they treat their customers with the utmost respect. They hope to

generate recurring sales and encourage others to buy by ensuring high levels of consumer

satisfaction.

Starting and running your own organization is one of the most gratifying yet

challenging methods to grow a business career, according to Schaper et al. (2010) in their study

of entrepreneurship and small business. This work gives students the theoretical and practical

information they need to own and operate a new, small, or expanding firm. It covers all of the

essential concepts and instruments for entrepreneurship and small business management.
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This study provides students with the theoretical and practical information they

need to effectively own and manage a new, small, or expanding firm. It introduces key concepts

and methods for entrepreneurship and small business management. Furthermore, it includes in-

depth information about small business management and entrepreneurship in a variety of

countries, including Australia, New Zealand, China, India, Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong,

offering students a global perspective on the subject.

According to Sari and Setiawati (2016), in their study, A Case Study of Students

Entrepreneurs Who Run Businesses Online and Offline, we should know the student motivation

description to run businesses. The student's business development description and the students'

academic achievement description as entrepreneurs. The students' parents support the description

as entrepreneurs, and the students' parents support the description as entrepreneurs.

This study focuses on students who run businesses online and offline, as well as

male and female entrepreneurs who work while attending school. It was conducted utilizing

qualitative research with several case studies, whereas the other studies were distinct in that they

focused on Bugis ethnic entrepreneurs, female students alone, and in China. This research would

provide students studying entrepreneurship at universities with new perspectives on different

types of businesses, both online and offline.

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CHAPTER 3
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CHAPTER 3

Research Methodology

This section describes how the study is conducted out. It specifically addresses the

research design, research location, participants, research instrument, data gathering procedures,

and statistical treatment of data.

Research Design

In our research on the profitability of selling Banana Cue as a first business of ABM

students, we conducted a descriptive study. We used a quantitative design and opted for a survey

approach to collect data. We distributed survey questionnaires to the Banana Cue vendors in

Lapu-Lapu City, as they were believed to hold the necessary information.

To make things more practical and efficient, we employed convenience sampling. This

means that we selected the vendors as responders simply because they were the most easily

accessible sources of data for us as researchers. Convenience sampling is a common method used

in market research to gather data from a pool of easily available respondents.

Research Locale

This research will be carried out in Lapu-Lapu, Cebu, Philippines. Lapu-Lapu City is a

first-class, highly urbanized city in the Philippine province of Cebu, with several hotels and

restaurants catering to the demands of various tourists. The researchers are focusing on the public

market because this is the area where the study will be conducted, and the study will be

conducted with people who have experience running a banana cue business. This study's

environment is unpredictable because it will take place outside of a laboratory, office, or school.
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The respondents in this study were Banana Cue vendors in Lapu-lapu City, a group of

20 chosen vendors. To arrive at the answer, the researchers just polled 20 people in the area

around them. It would be good for us as researchers to identify the factors that could assist us in

determining whether Banana Cue is a viable business. As a result, the total number of replies was

20.
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Figure 2. Location Map of the Locale of the Study

Research Participants

In this study, the participants were Banana Cue vendors in Lapu-lapu City. It was

important for us to gather insights and perspectives directly from these vendors to gain a deeper

understanding of their experiences, challenges, and strategies. To ensure the accuracy and

reliability of our findings, we designed survey questionnaires and went beyond the school

grounds to connect with the vendors. The respondents were selected through Convenience

Sampling. This method is a type of sampling method that were based on the availability and

accessibility of the selected respondents. The sample size, which is 20, was selected in

consideration of a 95% confidence level and a 5% margin of error using Solving Formula.

Therefore, the final number of respondents in our study is consisted of 20 Banana Cue vendors.

Research Instrument

In this study, data was gathered by a survey questionnaire. The extracted components and

variables were used to create the statements and questions. The researchers created a

questionnaire in which they investigated the financial demands, challenges, and outcomes.

During the study, some assertions under finance needs, finance issues, and finance overlook have

been amended.

The questionnaire was divided into three parts. The first section of the questionnaire

focused on understanding the financial requirements involved in starting and running a Banana

Cue business. We asked questions specifically about the initial expenses for equipment and

utensils, as well as the costs associated with buying high-quality bananas and additional goods.

By asking about these financial requirements, we aimed to gather insights into the investment

needed to get the business up and running. This information will help aspiring entrepreneurs
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budget effectively. The second section focused on the financial challenges that students starting a

business or business owners may face. We aimed to gather insights into the difficulties they

might encounter and find solutions to help them overcome these obstacles. By collecting

information on these challenges, we aim to provide valuable solutions and guidance to help

students and business owners navigate the financial aspects of their ventures. The last section

focused on exploring various strategies to attract more customers and enhance the financial gains

of selling Banana Cue. We asked questions about introducing different tastes or varieties of

Banana Cue, as this can create an opportunity to cater to a wider range of customer preferences,

ultimately boosting profits; we used a 5-point Likert scale.

Data Gathering Method

The study provided useful data that contributed to the discovery of answers to the research

questions. The questionnaire was distributed to 20 vendors in Lapu-Lapu City, and the survey

questioner presented instructions face-to-face. They had an unlimited amount of time to complete

the survey questionnaires. The respondents answered 15 questions, all of which were used in the

analysis and processing of the results. In this study, the researchers assumed that all respondents

answered the questions truthfully. This aimed to see how successful selling banana cues at school

would be, and giving survey questionnaires face-to-face was utilized to perform the survey.

Statistical Treatment of data

The descriptive data method was used to assess the information gathered for this

investigation. In order to test whether the banana cue business is profitable as a first venture. This

study employed a face-to-face survey questionnaire, which presents the responses of our

respondents.

The following are the formula used in this study:

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1. Percentage

In getting the percentage of the results of the data gathered, the researchers used the formula

below:

f= frequency

n= total number of respondents

%= percentage

F/nx100= %

2. Weighted Average

It is used to determine the assessment of the respondents with regard to their profiles.

Formula: Weighted Average=

(Number x Weighting Factor)

Sum of all Weights

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CHAPTER 4
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Chapter 4

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

The presentation, analysis, and interpretation of data are all covered in this chapter that

response the related issues escalated in this research. The results are presented in tabular forms.

This chapter contains the following information: statistics, results, or findings from data

collection and analysis. This chapter also includes the researchers' interpretation of the data

received from the survey. The responses provided in the survey questionnaire developed by the

researchers served as the primary tool for acquiring information from the banana cue vendors in

Lapu-lapu City.

Banana Cue: First Business of ABM Students in Making Profit

Interpretation of Data in each Factor

There were 20 responses. Each statement's weighted average from its cluster of factors

was calculated using replies from the face-to-face survey. This chapter focuses on presenting the

gathered data in an appropriate manner in Chapter 5.

The data for each factor is presented in the table below. The study concludes that the

banana cue is a beneficial first business for ABM students based on the weighted average. The

data was also used to compare theoretical frameworks and associated research.

I. What are the expected beginning finance needs for a Banana Cue Business?

Figure 3.

I believe that having enough funds available is critical for starting a successful Banana Cue

business.
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5% 5%
5%

50%

35%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 10 5 50

Agree 7 4 28 4.20 A
Neutral 1 3 3
Disagree 1 2 2

Strongly Disagree 1 1 1

Table 1.

N= 20 FX= 84

Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of respondents strongly agree, which is 10 (50%) out

of 20 respondents who took the survey. This shows that the respondents believe that having

enough funds is critical for starting a successful banana cue business. While there are 3 (5%) that

got a tie number of respondents answered neutral, disagree, or strongly disagree, which is 1.

However, the least number of respondents answered agree, which is 7 (35%). The weighted mean

of 4.20 belongs to "agree," which means most of the respondents believe that having enough

funds is critical for starting a banana cue business.

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Figure 4.

The initial expenses for equipment and utensils represents an important financial requirement for

a Banana Cue business.

5%

30%

65%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 2.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 13 5 65 4.50 SA

Agree 6 4 24
Neutral 0 3 0
Disagree 0 2 0

Strongly Disagree 1 1 1

N= 20 FX= 90

Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of the respondents strongly agree, which is 13 (65%)

out of 20 respondents who took the survey. This shows that respondents are impartial because the

initial expenses for equipment and utensils represent an important financial requirement for a

Banana Cue business. While there are two that got a tie number of respondents answered neutral

and disagree, which has 0 respondents. The least number of respondents answered strongly
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disagree, which is 1 (5%), and the most respondents answered agree, which is 6 (30%). The

weighted mean of 4.50 belongs to strongly "agree," which means most of them concur that the

initial expenses for equipment and utensils represent an important financial requirement for a

banana cue business.

Figure 5.

Buying high-quality bananas and additional goods is a significant financial requirement for a

Banana Cue business.

5%
25%

60%
10%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 3.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 12 5 60

Agree 2 4 8 4.20 A
Neutral 5 3 15
Disagree 0 2 0

Strongly Disagree 1 1 1

N= 20 FX= 84
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree
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This table shows that the majority of the respondents strongly agreed, which is 12 (60%)

out of 20 respondents who took that survey. This shows how significant the financial

requirements are to buy high-quality bananas and additional goods for banana cue businesses.

The least number of respondents answered strongly disagree, which is 1 (5%), while the second

highest number is neutral, which is 5 (25%) respondents. While the respondents answered agree,

which is 2 (10%). Additionally, the disagreement has 0 respondents. The weighted mean of 4.20

belongs to "agree." This shows that they agreed about how significant the financial requirements

are to buy high-quality bananas and additional goods for a banana cue business.

Figure 6.

Setting aside money for unexpected expenses or emergencies is an important financial

requirement for a Banana Cue business.

15%
10%

55%

20%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 4.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 11 5 55

Agree 4 4 16 4.00 A
Neutral 2 3 6
Disagree 0 2 0

Strongly Disagree 3 1 3

N= 20 FX= 80
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Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of the respondents strongly agreed, which is 11 (55%)

out of 20 respondents who took the survey. This shows that they strongly agree that setting aside

money for unexpected expenses or emergencies is an important financial requirement for a

banana cue business. While the second-highest number of respondents answered, which is 4

(20%), they are just plainly agreeing that setting aside money for emergencies is important in

doing business. Additionally, 2 (10%) respondents answered neutral. This shows that there are

times that they are struggling to set aside money because of their profit, and there are times that

they can set aside money for unexpected expenses; it depends on their situation. Then, there are 3

( 15%) respondents who answered that they strongly disagree with setting aside money for

emergencies. This shows that none of them are disagreeing that it is not important to set aside

money for unexpected expenses or emergencies. The weighted mean of 4.00 belongs to "agree,"

which means that most of the participants plainly agree that it is important to save money for

emergencies.

Figure 7.

Working capital for everyday tasks, such as purchasing extra ingredients and supplies, is a

significant financial requirement.

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10% 10%
40%
5%

35%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 5.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 8 5 40

Agree 7 4 28 3.85 A
Neutral 1 3 3
Disagree 2 2 4

Strongly Disagree 2 1 2

N= 20 FX= 77
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of the respondents strongly agreed, which is 8 (40%)

out of 20 respondents who took the survey. This shows that the respondents strongly agreed that

working capital for everyday tasks, such as purchasing extra ingredients and supplies, is a

significant financial requirement in a business. While the second-highest number of respondents

answered plainly agree, which is 7 (35%), this shows that the respondents agree that working

capital is a financial requirement when doing business. Then, the neutral has 1 (5%) respondent,

which shows that he has doubts about working capital as a financial requirement. Additionally,

Disagree and Strongly Disagree both got 2 (10%) responses from the respondents who took the

survey.This shows that they are dissatisfied with the working capital for everyday tasks such as
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purchasing supplies, which is a requirement for the financial success of a business. The weighted

mean of 3.85 belongs to "agree," which means that most of the participants plainly agreed that

working for everyday capital is a financial requirement when doing business.

II. What are the potential finance challenges that the students may experience while

maintaining a business?

Figure 8.

Students starting a business may face difficulties due to a lack of capital.

5%
16% 26%

16%

37%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 6.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 5 5 25

Agree 7 4 28 3.50 A
Neutral 3 3 9
Disagree 3 2 6

Strongly Disagree 2 1 2

N= 20 FX= 70
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree
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This table shows that the majority of the respondents answered plainly agree, which is 7

(37%) out of 20 respondents who took the survey. This shows that the respondents agreed that

some of the students would face difficulties if they start this business with a lack of capital. While

the second highest number of respondents answered exclusively strongly agree, which is 5 (36%),

this shows that they absolutely agree that the students will face difficulties if they try this as a

first business with a lack of capital. Additionally, Neutral and Strongly Disagree received 3

(16%) responses from the respondents who took the survey. This shows that they doubt if this is

worthy of being their first business or not; some are plainly disagree. However, the least

answered number of respondents is Strongly Disagree, which is 2 (5%). This shows that the

students can start this as a first business with a lack of capital. The weighted mean of 3.50

belongs to "agree," which means that most of the participants plainly agreed that this business is

not worthy of starting for students if they lack capital.

Figure 9.

For business owners running a business, successfully managing cash flow may be challenging.

15%
40%

30%

15%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 7.
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Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 8 5 40

Agree 3 4 12 3.65 A
Neutral 6 3 18
Disagree 0 2 0

Strongly Disagree 3 1 3

N= 20 FX= 73
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of the respondents answered Strongly Agree, which is

8 (40%) out of 20 respondents who took the survey. This shows that they strongly agree that they

successfully face challenges in managing their cash flows. While the second-highest number

answered neutral, which is 6 (30%), this shows that there are times that they are struggling to face

challenges in managing cash flows, and there are times that they successfully face them.

Additionally, both agree and strongly disagree got 3 (15%) responses from respondents. This

shows that they successfully face challenges. However, some are against agreeing that they can

successfully face it. The least number of respondents answered disagree, which is 0. This shows

that none of them is absolutely struggling to face challenges in managing cash flows. The

weighted mean of 3.65 belongs to "agree," which means that most participants plainly agreed that

they are successfully facing challenges in managing their cash flows.

Figure 10.

Balancing personal and work expenses can be difficult for business owners.
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25% 20%

15%

20%
20%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 8.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 4 5 20

Agree 3 4 12 2.85 N
Neutral 4 3 12
Disagree 4 2 8

Strongly Disagree 5 1 5

N= 20 FX= 57
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of the respondents answered Strongly Disagree, which

is 5 (25%) out of 20 respondents who took the survey. This shows that they do not struggle with

balancing their personal expenses and work expenses as business owners. While there are three

tied responses, the total number of respondents who answered Strongly Agree, Neutral, and

Disagree is 4 (20%). Generally, this shows that some respondents are struggling, some are not,

and some are; it depends on their situation. However, the least number of respondents answered

Agree, which is 3 (15%). This shows that they are struggling to balance their personal expenses

and work expenses. The weighted mean of 2.85 belongs to "neutral," which means that most of
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the respondents are struggling and some are not balancing their personal and work expenses; it

depends on their situation.

Figure 11.

Understanding and managing financial records and bills can be difficult for business owners.

20% 15%

5%

35%
25%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 9.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 3 5 15

Agree 7 4 28 3.20 N
Neutral 5 3 15
Disagree 1 2 2

Strongly Disagree 4 1 4

N= 20 FX= 64
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of the respondents agreed, which is 7 (35%) out of 20

respondents who took the survey. This shows that they agree that it is difficult to understand and

manage financial records and bills. While the second-highest number of respondents answered

neutral, which is 5 (25%), this shows that sometimes it is hard for them and sometimes they can
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manage and understand; it depends on their situation. Additionally, Strongly Agree got 3 (15%)

responses from respondents. This shows that a few of the respondents are having a lot of trouble

understanding and managing their financial records and bills. In addition, the 4 (20%) participants

strongly disagreed. This shows that they are having a particularly easy time understanding and

managing their financial records and bills. The least number of respondents who answered

disagree, which is 1 (5%); this shows that one of them is not having difficulties understanding

and managing financial records and bills. The weighted mean of 3.20 belongs to "agree," which

means that most participants plainly agreed that it is difficult to understand and manage financial

records and bills for a business owner.

Figure 12.

Dealing with unexpected expenses or financial difficulties can be difficult for entrepreneurs who

run their own businesses.

15% 30%
10%

15%
30%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 10.
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Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 6 5 30

Agree 6 4 24 3.50 A
Neutral 3 3 9
Disagree 2 2 4

Strongly Disagree 3 1 3

N= 20 FX= 70
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that both strongly agree and agree got 6 (30%) out of 20 responses from

respondents. This shows that they strongly agree and agree that they can successfully face

challenges such as unexpected expenses or manage their financial cash flow. While the second

highest number 3 (15%) answered both neutral and strongly disagree, which got the same

response, this shows that they are struggling to face challenges in dealing with unexpected

expenses or managing their financial cash flow. The least disagree got 2 (10%) responses from

respondents. This shows that they are struggling to deal with unexpected expenses or financial

difficulties. The weighted mean of 3.50 belongs to "agree," which means that most participants

agreed that they could deal with unexpected financial difficulties for their own businesses and

that they can manage their cash flows.

III. What could be the financial result in selling Banana Cue?

Figure 13.

There is an opportunity to attract more customers and boost financial gains by introducing

various tastes or different kinds of Banana Cue.

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20%
35%

20%

10% 15%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 11.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 4 5 20

Agree 4 4 16
Neutral 3 3 9 2.80 N
Disagree 2 2 4

Strongly Disagree 7 1 7

N= 20 FX= 56
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of the respondents answered Strongly Disagree, which

is 7 (35%) out of 20 participants who express a strong disagreement with the idea of diversifying

Banana Cue flavors for increased customer attraction and financial gains. Additionally, 4 (20%)

participants express agreement, with an equal number 4 (20%) of responses in both the "strongly

agree" and "agree" categories. 3 (15%) respondents adopt a neutral stance, and 2 (10%)

disagreeing with the statement. In summary, the data suggests a considerable divergence of

opinions, with a notable majority expressing reservations about the effectiveness of introducing

diverse Banana Cue flavors for attracting more customers and enhancing financial gains. The
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weighted mean of 2.80 belongs to "neutral," which means most of the participants are hesitant to

introduce various flavors of banana cue to boost financial gains.

Figure 14.

Building a loyal customer base through great customer service and excellent goods can have a

beneficial financial influence on the profits of Banana Cue.

25%

75%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 12.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 15 5 75 4.75 SA

Agree 5 4 20
Neutral 0 3 0
Disagree 0 2 0

Strongly Disagree 0 1 0

N= 20 FX= 95
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

The table shows that the majority of respondents strongly agree with the statement

"Building a loyal customer base through great customer service and excellent goods can have a

beneficial financial influence on the profits of Banana Cue." Specifically, 15 (75%) participants
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fall into the "strongly agree" category, indicating an agreement among respondents. Additionally,

5 (25%) participants agreed. No responses are recorded in the "Neutral," "Disagree," or "Strongly

Disagree" categories. This overwhelmingly positive sentiment suggests that the surveyed

individuals believe in the positive financial impact of cultivating customer loyalty through

exceptional customer service and high-quality products. The absence of any disagreement or

neutral responses underscores a strong collective belief in the statement's validity. The weighted

mean of 4.75 belongs to “strongly agree," which means most of the participants totally agree that

their loyal customers have been very beneficial to their business.

Figure 15.

Using affordable manufacturing and purchase strategies will help you maximize your profits

when selling Banana Cue.

5%
15%

5% 45%

30%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 13.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 9 5 45

Agree 6 4 24 3.95 A
Neutral 1 3 3
Disagree 3 2 6

Strongly Disagree 1 1 1

N= 20 FX= 79
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Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

The table shows that the majority of respondents, with a total of 9 (45%) respondents

strongly agree, and an additional 6 (30%) participants express agreement, indicating a significant

collective endorsement of the idea. 1 (5%) respondent adopts a neutral stance, neither agreeing

nor disagreeing, while 3 (15%) respondents disagree and 1 (5%) strongly disagrees. The overall

trend suggests a prevailing belief among the surveyed individuals that employing cost-effective

manufacturing and purchase strategies is beneficial for maximizing profits in the Banana Cue

business. The limited disagreement reinforces a general consensus on the importance of

affordability in optimizing financial outcomes. The weighted mean of 3.95 belongs to "agree,"

which means that most of the participants are plainly agreeing that using affordable

manufacturing and purchase strategies is a big help in maximizing profit in their business.

Figure 16.

Pricing techniques that are effective can contribute to improved earnings and financial success

while selling Banana Cue.

5%
25%
40%

30%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 14.
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Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 8 5 40

Agree 6 4 24 4.00 A
Neutral 5 3 15
Disagree 0 2 0

Strongly Disagree 1 1 1

N= 20 FX= 80

Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

The table shows responses to the statement "Pricing techniques that are effective can

contribute to improved earnings and financial success while selling banana cue." The majority of

respondents, 8 (40%) respondents strongly agree, and an additional 6 (30%) participants express

agreement, indicating a strong collective belief in the positive impact of effective pricing

strategies on earnings and financial success in the Banana Cue business. A moderate number of

respondents, totaling 5 (25%), adopted a neutral stance, signifying a degree of uncertainty on the

topic. Importantly, 0 participants express disagreement, and only 1 (5%) respondent strongly

disagrees, highlighting a clear consensus in favor of the effectiveness of well-designed pricing

techniques in contributing to financial success when selling banana cue. The weighted mean of

4.00 belongs to "agree," which means that most of the participants are plainly agreeing that their

pricing techniques can attract customers and improve their earnings.

Figure 17.

The financial outcome of selling Banana Cue can be enhanced by effectively managing expenses

and monitoring costs.

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5%
10% 25%

15%

45%

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

Table 15.

Response f x Fx WM DC

Strongly Agree 5 5 25

Agree 9 4 36 3.75 A
Neutral 3 3 9
Disagree 2 2 4

Strongly Disagree 1 1 1

N= 20 FX= 75
Scale:
4.21 – 5.00 ----- Strongly Agree
3.41 – 4.20 ----- Agree
2.61 – 3.40 ----- Neutral
1.81 – 2.60 ----- Disagree
1.00 – 1.80 ----- Strongly Disagree

This table shows that the majority of the respondents agreed, which is 9 (45%)

out of 20 respondents who took the survey. This shows that the financial outcomes of selling

banana cue can be enhanced by effectively managing expenses and monitoring costs. Then, the

second-highest number of respondents answered Strongly Agree, which is 5 (25%). This means

that a few of the respondents totally agree that the financial benefits of selling banana cue can be

enhanced. In addition, the other 3 (15%) participants answered neutral. This means that they are

still hesitant to agree or disagree that the financial outcome can be enhanced. Additionally, the 2

(10%) respondents clearly disagreed. This means that they do not agree that the financial

outcomes of selling Banana Cue can be enhanced. The least number of respondents answered
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Strongly Disagree, which is 1 (5%). This means that this one respondent does not totally agree

that the financial outcomes of selling banana cue can be enhanced. The total weighted mean of

3.75 belongs to "agree," which means that most of the respondents agreed that by keeping an eye

on costs and controlling spending wisely, Banana Cue's financial results can be improved.
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CHAPTER 5
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Chapter 5

FINDINGS, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Findings

This study reveals the following findings:

1. The importance of having enough funds and finance for starting a successful

Banana Cue business.

Based on the results of the survey, 50% of the respondents believe that having

enough funds is critical for starting a banana cue business. 65% of the respondents

concur that the initial expenses for equipment and utensils represent an important

financial requirement for a banana cue business. 60% agreed about how significant

the financial requirements are to buy high-quality bananas and additional goods for a

banana cue business. 55% plainly agree that it is important to save money for

emergencies. 40% of the participants plainly agreed that working for everyday capital

is a financial requirement when doing business. This shows that having sufficient

funds and finance is of utmost importance in starting a successful Banana Cue

business.

2. The financial challenges that business owners face in maintaining a Banana Cue

business

Based on the results of the survey, 37% of the participants plainly agreed that this

business is not worthy of starting for students if they lack capital. 40% plainly agreed

that they are successfully facing challenges in managing their cash flows. 25% of the

respondents are struggling and some are not balancing their personal and work

expenses; it depends on their situation. 35% plainly agreed that it is difficult to

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understand and manage financial records and bills for a business owner. 30% could

deal with unexpected financial difficulties for their own businesses and that they can

manage their cash flows. This shows that banana cue vendors face financial

challenges such as having enough funds for startup, initial expenses for equipment

and utensils, purchasing high-quality bananas and additional goods, saving money for

emergencies, and working for everyday capital.

3. The ways that can help boost financial gains and profits when selling banana

cue.

Based on the results of the survey, 35% of the participants are hesitant to

introduce various flavors of banana cue to boost financial gains. 75% totally agree

that their loyal customers have been very beneficial to their business. 45% plainly

agreed that using affordable manufacturing and purchase strategies is a big help in

maximizing profit in their business. 40% plainly agreed that their pricing techniques

could attract customers and improve their earnings. 45% of the respondents agreed

that by keeping an eye on costs and controlling spending wisely, Banana Cue's

financial results can be improved. This shows that reliance on loyal customers,

utilizing affordable manufacturing and purchase strategies, implementing effective

pricing techniques, and controlling costs are ways to improve financial results.

Conclusion

As a result, the findings shed light on the importance of having sufficient finances and

finance for beginning a successful Banana Cue business. It is obvious that Banana Cue vendors

face financial obstacles such as acquiring startup funding, covering initial expenses for equipment

and utensils, purchasing high-quality bananas and additional goods, putting money aside for

emergencies, and managing daily capital. The findings do, however, show that vendors can

improve their financial outcomes by depending on loyal consumers, using cost-efficient

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production and procurement strategies, employing effective pricing techniques, and exercising

careful cost control. These tactics can have a significant impact on their financial performance.

By understanding and addressing the financial challenges, the students and the future business

owners can pave the way for a more successful and sustainable business venture.

Recommendations

The issue was properly resolved, and the data gathered was accurate and dependable

enough to be used as a source of information. However, since the study was done, there is

certainly opportunity for improvement in research conducted by new researchers. The researchers

make the following recommendations based on their findings:

1. The researchers would like to suggest that it is possible for students to start this as a first

business with enough capital to start. This will be a great experience to start since most of

the respondents agreed that you would reach your expected income when running a

Banana Cue business.

2. The researchers would like to suggest that in starting Banana Cue business you need to

use a high-quality products like your sugar, banana, and oil because customers won’t buy

your products if you have rotten banana, used oil, and easy to dissolve sugar. This will be

great help to have accurate information in having Banana Cue materials to prevent

negativity that might happen in the future.

3. The researchers would like to recommend that do not introduce various taste of Banana

Cue so that customers will still be attracted to your product because that is the flavor that

people used to know. This information is a great help for the people who will try to start a

Banana Cue business.

4. The students will be informed and train students on how to manage a Banana Cue

business. By using this study as a reference, students can gain valuable knowledge and

skills that will benefit them in the future when they venture into the Banana Cue industry.
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5. As the result after the survey, the researchers would recommend that you need to come

up with a various plans to start this business because not all the only one of your plan will

work; you really need various plans in order to have a successful Banana Cue business.
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APPENDICES
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Appendix A
Transmittal Letter
December 22, 2023

Hon. Tirso Tumulak

Barangay Captain
Barangay Poblacion, Lapu-lapu City

Dear Sir Tumulak,

Greatings! We, the Grade 12 ABM students from Grade 12- Advertising of Asian
Learning Center Inc., will conduct a survey to your Banana Cue business owners entitled
“Banana Cue: First Business of Students in Making Profit.”. The purpose of the study is to
gather information about the feasibility and potentialof starting a banana cue business.

In connection with this, we would like to request from your office to allow us to conduct
the survey to 20 business owners as participants from your area. We assure you that the survey
will be conducted responsibly and with utmost respect for the vendors’ time and privacy. All data
gathered will be used for research purposes only and will be kept with utmost confidentiality.

We are looking forward for a favorable response. Thank you.

Sincerely,

JESHIN CALAGO

Group Representative

Noted by:

MS. NINA REUBAL

Research Adviser

Approved by:

HON. TIRSO TUMULAK MRS. LEFYTENIA N. SALUDES

Barangay Captain in Poblacion, LLC Asst. Principal Punta Rizal Campus

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Appendix B

SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE

Banana Cue: First Business of Students in Making Profit

Name (Optional): Age: Gender:

Directions: The things that follow describe statements regarding examining the financial

demands, challenges, and outcomes of selling banana cue. By checking your response on this

scale, indicate your agreement or disagreement with the following statements:

5 = Strongly Agree, 4 = Agree, 3 = Neutral, 2 = Disagree, 1 = Strongly Agree

1 2 3 4 5

Category A : BEGINNING FINANCE

1 I believe that having enough funds available is critical for starting a successful
Banana Cue business.

2 The initial expenses for equipment and utensils represents an important

financial requirement for a Banana Cue business.

3 Buying high-quality bananas and additional goods is a significant financial

requirement for a Banana Cue business.

4 Setting aside money for unexpected expenses or emergencies is an important

financial requirement for a Banana Cue business.

5 Working capital for everyday tasks, such as purchasing extra ingredients and
supplies, is a significant financial requirement.

Category B : FINANCIAL CHALLENGES

6 Students starting a business may face difficulties due to a lack of capital.

7 For business owners running a business, successfully managing cash flow may
be challenging.
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8 Balancing personal and work expenses can be difficult for business owners.

9 Understanding and managing financial records and bills can be difficult for
business owners.

10 Dealing with unexpected expenses or financial difficulties can be difficult for

entrepreneurs who run their own businesses.

Category C : FINANCE OVERLOOK

11 There is an opportunity to attract more customers and boost financial gains by

introducing various tastes or different kinds of Banana Cue.

12 Building a loyal customer base through great customer service and excellent
goods can have a beneficial financial influence on the profits of Banana Cue.

13 Using affordable manufacturing and purchase strategies will help you

maximize your profits when selling Banana Cue.

14 Pricing techniques that are effective can contribute to improved earnings and
financial success while selling Banana Cue.

15 The financial outcome of selling Banana Cue can be enhanced by effectively

managing expenses and monitoring costs.
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Documentation
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CURRICULUM
VITAE
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Personal Information
Name: Hijamina A. Mulok
Age: 17
Birthplace: Cebu City
Address: La Aldea Buena Mactan, Timpolok,
Babag Road, Lapu-lapu City
Contact No.: 09503799923
Civil Status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Sex: Female

Family Background
Father’s Name: Abdullah B. Mulok
Occupation: Businessman
Mother’s Name: Nor-ainie B. Alonto
Occupation: Businesswoman
Awards Received: With Honors in Grade 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, and 11
With High Honors in Grade 7
2nd place in Feature Writing Competition
2nd place in Battle of the Brain

Education
Senior High School: Asian Learning Center Inc.,
Opon, Lapu-lapu City
(2023-2024)
Junior High School: Babag National High School
6015 Babag Uno, Lapu-Lapu City
(2021-2022)
Elementary: Maharlika Elementary School
Maharlika Village, Taguig City
(2017-2018)
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Personal Information
Name: Jeshin S. Calago
Age: 18
Birthplace: Babag II
Address: Purok Gemelina, Bangbang Cordova, Cebu
Contact No.: 09565349062
Civil Status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Sex: Female

Family Background
Father’s Name: Calago, Jeocer C.
Occupation: Express Rider
Mother’s Name: Calago, Rosalie C.
Occupation: OFW
Awards Received: With Honors Grade 1
Achiever Awardee Grade 2-6
With Honors in Grade 11

Education
Senior High School: Asian Learning Center Inc.,
Opon, Lapu-lapu City
(2023-2024)
Junior High School: Cordova National High School
6017 Bangbang Road, Cordova Cebu
(2021-2022)
Elementary: Bangbang Elementary School
6017 Bangbang Cordova, Cebu
(2017-2018)
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Personal information
Name: Brilliant Dia Brusas
Age: 18
Birthplace: Sigayan
Address: Punta Engaño Lapu-Lapu City
Contact no.: 09651650307
Civil status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Sex: Female

Family Background
Father's name: Abe R. Alqueza
Occupation: Tourist Driver
Mother's name: Odessa R. Brusas
Occupation: Housewife
Awards Achieved With Honors in Grade 4-8
With Honors Grade 11

Education
Senior High School: Asian Learning Center Inc.,
Opon, Lapu-Lapu City
(2023-2024)
Junior High School: Punta Engaño High school
6015 Punta Engaño, Lapu-Lapu City
(2021-2022)
Elementary: Punta Engaño Elementary School
6015 Punta Engaño, Lapu-Lapu City
(2017-2018)
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Personal Information
Name: Sunshine P. Ybañez
Age: 17
Birthplace: Cebu City
Address: 517 M.V patalinghug avenue, Pajo, Lapu-Lapu City
Contact No.: 0960 384 7419
Civil Status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Sex: Female

Family Background
Father’s Name: Abundio P. Ybañez JR.
Occupation: None
Mother’s Name: Marisa P. Ybañez
Occupation: Private Employee
Awards Received: With Honors in Grade 7 and 10

Education
Senior High School: Asian Learning Center Inc.,
Opon, Lapu-lapu City
(2023-2024)
Junior High School: Pajo National High School
LLC
(2021-2022)
Elementary: Pajo Elementary School
Pajo, LLC
(2017-2018)
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Personal information
Name: Chrisly faith D. Arnoza
Age: 17
Birthplace: Pob, Tabuelan, Cebu City
Address: Soong, Lapu-Lapu City
Contact no.:
Civil status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Sex: Female

Family Background
Father's name: Teofilo Porio Arnoza Jr
Occupation: Bodyguard
Mother's name: Dalisay Arnoza
Occupation: Houseworker
Awards Achieved With Honors in Grade 9

Education
Senior High School: Asian Learning Center Inc.,
Opon, Lapu-Lapu City
(2023-2024)
Junior High School: Gun Ob High school
6015 gun ob, Lapu-Lapu City
(2021-2022)
Elementary: Sogod Elementary School
6015 Sogod, Lapu-Lapu City
(2017-2018)
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Personal Information
Name: Esther Mae B. Dela Cruz
Age: 18
Birthplace: Lapu-Lapu City
Address: Humay-Humay Lapu-lapu City
Contact No.: 09167104809
Civil Status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Sex: Female

Family Background
Father’s Name: De la Cruz, Jeorge C.
Occupation: Tricycle Driver
Mother’s Name: De la Cruz, Zenaida B.
Occupation: None
Awards Received: With Honors Grade 10

Education
Senior High School: Asian Learning Center Inc.,
Opon, Lapu-lapu City
(2023-2024)
Junior High School: Pajo National High School
Lapu-Lapu City
(2021-2022)
Elementary: Lapu-Lapu City Cental Elementary School

(2017-2018)
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Personal Information

Name: Rhona Bee Apa

Age: 17

Birthplace: Lapu-Lapu City

Address: Sangi, Pajo Lapu-lapu City

Contact No.:09310206387

Civil Status: Single

Citizenship: Filipino

Sex: Female

Family Background

Father’s Name: Apa, Roel T.

Occupation: None

Mother’s Name: Boco, Evelyn A.

Occupation: Production worker

Awards Received: With Honors since kindergarten

Education

Senior High School: Asian Learning Center Inc.,

Opon, Lapu-lapu City

(2023-2024)

Junior High School: Mactan Air Base National High School, Lapu-Lapu City

(2021-2022)

Elementary: Mactan Airbase Elementary School Lapu-Lapu City

(2017-2018)