9 Reasons Why Candidates Fail 2018 Agricultural Science WAEC practical

The practical, being essential component of the subject is designed to assist candidates in to have a well spread chances of passing Agricultural science, unfortunately, many failed and the Reasons Why Candidates Fail 2018 Agricultural Science WAEC practical can be summarized thus:

Candidates were unable to:

1. state the aim of the illustrated soil analysis experiment
2. name the parts of the illustrated soil analysis experiment
3. attempt the questions on calculations in soil analysis
4. calculate the area of farmland
5. identify the Cotton Stainer
6. describe the life cycle of grasshopper
7. state the functions of male reproductive parts of farm animals
8. write legibly
9. convey ideas in correct sentences

WAEC Recommendations and Candidates Take-Home

In order to forestall mass failure, applicable recommendations which were inferred from the students’ record were made by council. Below are the recommendations:

1. Candidates should embark on visits to agricultural farms
2. There should be intensive self-study and revision before examination
3. Hands-on practical exposure and experience is advocated
4. Candidates should be exposed to technical terms used in Agriculture
5. Improved reading culture among candidates is advocated
6. Candidates should write legibly and concisely
7. Candidates should familiarize themselves with the unit of quantities

Displayed Candidates strength in the Exam

The candidates were able to:

1. List the forms in which water exist in the soil;
2. Identify the ranging pole and arrow/pin;
3. State the uses of the ranging pole and arrow/pin
4. Identify the illustrated crop pests;
5. Enumerate the ways of controlling birds;
6. Name the parts of the male reproductive system.

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