Some of the candidates were unable to:

1. record measured variables and evaluations to the required number of decimal places/significant figures;
2. plot points correctly on graph to the required degree of accuracy;
3. distinguish between axes correctly;
4. choose appropriate scales;
5. make deductions from graphs;
6. state precautions in precise language;
7. manage the time allotted for the paper efficiently;
8.  adhere to the prescribed format for recording observations, which stipulates that  the aim of experiment, apparatus, method should not be written out;
9. express themselves clearly in English Language.

The suggested remedies were as follows:

• schools should engage qualified physics teachers to prepare the candidates;
• workshops on laboratory activities should be mounted for school teachers;
• practical equipment should be made available to schools in sufficient quantities
• physics teachers should be trained and re-trained;
• candidates should be exposed early enough to the practical aspect of physics;
• more practice exercise should be organized for candidates;
• Mathematics teachers should assist candidates to master the plotting of graphs.