Weakness & Remedies

The following were observed as candidates’ weaknesses:

• inability to read measurement from scales;
• inability to start graph from origin (0,0) where intercepts are required
• 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:

• Candidates should familiarize themselves with practical procedures;
• Candidates should attend extra mural classes in preparation for the examination;
• Candidates should avail themselves of the Chief Examiners Report and past questions on WAEC website;
• Candidates should procure textbooks to aid in examination preparation.