Physics (Essay) Paper 3, WASSCE (PC 1ST), 2019

CANDIDATES’ WEAKNESSES AND SUGGESTED REMEDIES

 

 

  • The following were observed as the candidates’ weaknesses:
    • inability to read measurement from instrument to the required accuracy;
    • inconsistency in decimal places;
    • poor determination of slopes;
    • inability to plot graph correctly;
    • inability to tabulate data correctly

  • The following remedies were proffered:
    • Teachers should expose candidates to more Physics practical sessions;
    • Qualified and dedicated Physics teachers should be employed;
    • Teachers should be sponsored to attend coordination meetings to learn the rudiments for attempting practical questions.