Candidates' Weakness and Suggested Remedies
Candidates could not:
- write formulae of compounds;
- write and balance reaction equations;
- name organic compounds;
- state the difference between neutralization and esterification reactions;
- list the physical properties of water.
The following remedies were however suggested:
Candidates should
- understand the demands of the questions before responding to them;
- improve on their mathematical skill;
- ensure coverage of the syllabus before the commencement of examination;
- be familiar with organic compounds;
- learn how to write IUPAC names.