CANDIDATES’ WEAKNESSES     

1. Improper understanding of questions
   Some candidates did not understand some questions before proceeding to answer them.  For instance, some candidates drew spur, pass, knoll and ridge instead of marking them on the map provided.
2. Inadequate explanation of points
   Some candidates are in the habit of listing points that require explanations.  Such candidates loose precious marks.  For most questions, candidates were expected to adequately explain their points.
   
   
3. Poor expression
   Some candidates presented their ideas in poor expression.  Such candidates could not articulately marshal their points in good English.
                                       
4. Poor drawing of graphs
   Some candidates have not mastered the plotting of graphs.  The discipline of Geography requires the knowledge and use of mathematical tools like the plotting of graphs and charts.
   
   
5. Inadequate coverage of syllabus
   Some candidates did not fully cover the syllabus before the commencement of the examination.  This is obvious in aspect of map work like the identification of relief features, calculation of distances, identification of land-use types and the plotting of graph.

SUGGESTED REMEDIES TO CANDIDATES’ WEAKNESSES

1. Candidates should study the questions and understand their demands before attempting to answer them.
2. Most questions demands one form of explanation or the other.  Candidates should endeavour to make explanation of points raised in order to score full marks.
3. Candidates should spend good time in the use of English since it is the medium of communication.  They can do this through constant reading of novels, textbooks, journals and magazines.
4. Candidates should practice the art of plotting graphs well ahead of their final examination. Practice enhances perfection.
5. To fully cover the examination syllabus, candidates should start reading ahead of time.