Block laying Paper 2 WASSCE (SC), 2021

Question 5

     

    (a)        Define the following terms in relation to scaffolding
    (i)         ledger.
    (ii)        standard;
    (iii)       Transome.
    (b)        State three functions of a wall finish:
    (c)        List three business opportunities in the building industry.

     

Observation

 

Some candidates were able to:

  • define the following terms in relation to scaffolding

(i)         ledger.
(ii)        standard;
(iii)       Transome.

  • list three business opportunities in the building industry.

 

However, few of them were unable to state three functions of a wall finish.

 

The expected response to question 5(b) is as given below:

 

5 (b)    Functions of wall finish.

    It:
- provides a smooth surface in which dust and dirt cannot lodge;
-  provides a decorative effect or attractive surface;
- conceals inferior or defective workmanship;
-  protect the external surface against penetration of rainwater and other atmospheric agents;
- prevents the growth of moulds;
-  improves thermal insulation property of wall;
- improves sound absorption property of wall;
- provides a smooth surface to receive further finishing;

    - improves the sound resistance property of wall.