Some of the weaknesses observed were:

• Candidates’ inability to answer questions on Branch Account.
• Lack of understanding of the basic principles of double entry in Financial Accounting.
• Inadequate preparation for the examination.
• Non-coverage of syllabus before registering for the examination
  
  Suggested Remedies - Teachers should not neglect branch accounting as it is part of the syllabus and it must be taught - The teaching of the basic principles of Financial Accounting must be emphasized in schools. - Candidates' should prepare very well by covering all aspects of the syllabus before writing the examination. - Candidates' should read the questions very well in order to understand the requirement of each question. - More time should be devoted to the teaching and learning of English Language in schools.