2024 WAEC OFFICE PRACTICE: 2024 WAEC Office Practice (office) Verified Answers (1246)

(1ai)

PP&P Enterprises should consider implementing an HR department

(1aii)

(PICK ANY THREE)

(i)The HR department should develop effective strategies for attracting and hiring qualified candidates for vacant positions within the organization.

(ii)The HR department should facilitate the smooth integration of new employees into the organization.

(iii)The HR department should foster positive employee relations by implementing policies and practices that promote a healthy and productive work environment.

(iv) The HR department should develop and manage a comprehensive compensation and benefits system. 

(v)The HR department should establish performance management systems to assess and enhance employee performance

(1bi)

Physical filing system, such as paper-based files stored in cabinets, or an electronic filing system, such as a computer-based document management system.

(1bii)

(PICK ANY THREE)

(i)Physical files can be easily accessed and handled, allowing employees to quickly locate and retrieve the information they need.

(ii)Physical filing systems do not require complex technological infrastructure or specialized software. 

(iii)Physical files can be physically secured, such as by locking cabinets or restricting access to specific personnel.

(iv)Physical filing systems offer a visual 'copied from e x p o c o d e . n e t free' representation of the organization's documents and records.

(1c)

(PICK ANY TWO)

(i)Ineffective and lack of Staff Management system within the enterprise.

(ii)Failure to Adapt Filing Method deployed within the organisation

(iii)Lack of fairness and transparency in the salary and compensation structure within the organization

(2ai)

(PICK ANY ONE)

Closed office layout refers to an office design where individual workspaces, such as offices or cubicles, are enclosed or separated by walls or partitions. 

OR

Closed office layout" typically refers to an office design where individual employees have their own private offices, separate from one another.

(2aii)

(PICK ANY FOUR)

(i)Limited Collaboration and Communication

(ii)Reduced Visibility and Oversight

(iii)Sense of Isolation and Disconnect among employees

(iv) limit flexibility in workspace allocation and hinder adjustments to changes

(v)Unequal Resource Distribution

(vi)Difficulty in Team Building and Cohesion

(2b)

(PICK ANY FIVE)

(i)Filing allows for the efficient and timely retrieval of documents when needed.

(ii)Filing ensures that important documents and records are properly documented and preserved.

(iii)Effective filing systems promote efficiency and productivity within the organization.

(iv)Filing plays a crucial role in meeting legal and regulatory requirements. 

(v)Filing systems provide valuable information for decision-making processes.

(vi)Filing systems help protect sensitive and confidential information.

(vii)Effective filing systems support collaboration and communication among team 'copied from e x p o c o d e . n e t free' members.

(viii) Filing systems provide a trail of documentation for auditing purposes.

(4a)

(PICK ANY TWO)

Agenda refers to a list or schedule of items to be discussed or addressed during a meeting, conference, or any other organized gathering

OR

Agenda serves as a guide or roadmap for the participants, outlining the topics, order of discussion, and time allocated for each item.

(4bi)

(i)Preparing the Meeting Room before participants arrive.

(ii)secretary ensures that all necessary materials are ready for the 

meeting. 

(ii)Secretary distributes copies of the agenda and materials for the meeting

(4bii)

(PICK ANY THREE)

(i)keeping track of relevant documents, reports, and other materials during the meeting. 

(ii)Assists in managing the flow and timing of the meeting.

(iii)Secretary supports effective communication during the meeting.

(iv)secretary ensures that they decision made are accurately recorded in the minutes

(4biii)

(PICK ANY THREE)

(i)Once the minutes are finalized, the secretary distributes them to the participants and any other relevant individuals or stakeholders

(ii)Secretary follows up on the action items assigned during the meeting

(iii)secretary may be required to prepare a meeting report or summary for higher-level management 

(iv)Secretary ensures that all meeting materials and any other relevant 'copied from e x p o c o d e . n e t free' documents, are appropriately archived or stored.

(7ai)

(PICK ANY THREE)

(i)Regularly clean the computer system to prevent dust buildup. 

(ii)Ensure the computer is placed on a stable surface away from potential hazards 

(iii)Install and regularly update antivirus software on the computer to protect against malware and viruses

(iv)Regularly back up important data on the computer using reliable backup solutions

(7aii)

(PICK ANY THREE)

(i)Office machines are designed to perform tasks with a high level of precision and accuracy. 

(ii)Office machines can significantly reduce the time required to complete various tasks

(iii)Office machines facilitate communication within and outside the organization

(iv)Office machines contribute to better record keeping and data management. 

(v)Office machines can be interconnected and integrated into a unified system, enabling seamless information sharing and data transfer.

(7b)

(PICK ANY FOUR)

(i)Computers offer significantly higher typing speed and accuracy compared to typewriters. 

(ii)Computers provide a wide range of features and functionalities that typewriters lack. 

(iii)Computers enable easy and quick sharing of documents electronically

(iv)Computers allow for the efficient storage, organization, and retrieval of documents

(v)Computers can seamlessly integrate with other 'copied from e x p o c o d e . n e t free' software applications and systems used in the office environment. 

(vi)Computers enable efficient and instant communication through email, messaging platforms, and video conferencing tools

(vii)Computers serve as multifunctional tools in the office. They can be used for calculations and data analysis