Weakness and Remedies
The following were observed as the candidates’ weaknesses.
- inability to read measurement from scales;
- inconsistency in decimal places;
- poor determination of slopes;
- inability to state correct precautions;
- poorly attempted short structured questions;
- over approximation of evaluated values;
- wrong choice of reasonable scales;
- inability to state correct unit
The following remedies were proffered:
- Teachers should be motivated to put extra effort in practical work;
- Candidates should be taught on how to answer examination questions;
- Qualified and dedicated Physics teachers should be employed;
- Schools should purchase Chief Examiners Reports and make available for use by teachers;
- Parents should provide an enabling environment to candidates for improve performance;