WAEC COMMERCE ANSWER

NUMBER 7

7a)
Deregulation involves the removal or simplification of government rules and regulations that constrain the operation of market forces. It aims to reduce the burden on businesses and stimulate competition by allowing market forces to dictate prices, services, and operations *WHILE* Commercialisation refers to the process of transforming public services or enterprises into commercially viable entities. This involves restructuring these entities to operate in a more business-like manner, often with a focus on profitability and efficiency.

7b)
Government of Country Z Selling Its Transport Company

i. Name of the Policy: The policy that the government wishes to adopt is called Privatisation.

ii. Reasons for Privatisation:
1. Improving Efficiency:Public sector enterprises often suffer from inefficiencies due to bureaucratic red tape, lack of competition, and poor management practices. Privatisation can lead to better management practices and operational efficiencies as private companies are typically driven by profit motives and competitive pressures.

2. Reducing Fiscal Burden:Maintaining and subsidising state-owned enterprises can be a significant financial burden on the government. By privatising the transport company, the government can reduce its fiscal deficits and allocate resources to other critical areas such as health, education, or infrastructure development.

3. Attracting Investment:Privatisation can attract domestic and foreign investment into the sector. Private investors are often more willing to inject capital into modernising infrastructure and expanding services, leading to improved quality and availability of transport services.

4. Encouraging Competition:A state monopoly in the transport sector can stifle competition and innovation. Privatisation can open up the market to multiple players, fostering a competitive environment that encourages innovation, improves service quality, and lowers prices for consumers.

5. Revenue Generation:Selling the transport company can generate immediate revenue for the government. These funds can be used to pay off public debt or invest in other areas of the economy that require urgent attention or development.

1. (a) Organizational Chart for ABC Breweries Limited:


General Manager
├── Finance Manager
├── Marketing Manager
├── Production Manager
├── Production Supervisors
├── Factory Workers
├── Sales Agents
├── Administrative Manager
├── Administrative Officers
└── Accounts Officers



(1b)
- Finance Department: Responsible for managing the company's finances, including budgeting, financial planning, and financial reporting.

- Marketing Department: Responsible for promoting and selling the company's products, including market research, advertising, and customer relations.

- Production Department: Responsible for overseeing the production process, including managing production schedules, controlling production costs, and ensuring product quality.

- Administration Department: Responsible for managing the company's administrative functions, including office operations, human resources, and legal affairs.

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(1ai)
Food poisoning is a general term to describe the symptoms that follow the eating of food contaminated with either pathogenic microorganisms or poisonous chemicals.

(1aii)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) A reservoir of infection
(ii) A susceptible host
(iii) A mode of transmission
(iv) Presence of an agent

(1b)
(PICKA ANY FOUR)
(i) Alzheimer's disease
(ii) Parkinson's disease
(iii) Multiple sclerosis
(iv) Cancer
(v) Cardiovascular disease

(2a)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Burns
(ii) Fractures.
(iii) Heart attacks and strokes
(iv) Severe bleeding
(v) Poisoning

(2b)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Cholera
(ii) Typhoid fever
(iii) Gastroenteritis
(v) Malaria
(vi) Dengue fever

(4a)
Mental health refers to a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how individuals think, feel, and act, influencing their ability to handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.

(4b)
(i) Genetic Factors: Family history of mental health conditions can increase the risk of developing mental illness.
(ii) Trauma: Experiencing traumatic events, such as abuse or a significant loss, can lead to mental health issues.
(iii) Biological Factors: Chemical imbalances in the brain, such as neurotransmitter imbalances, can contribute to mental disorders.

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(2a)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Burns
(ii) Fractures.
(iii) Heart attacks and strokes
(iv) Severe bleeding
(v) Poisoning

(2b)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Cholera
(ii) Typhoid fever
(iii) Gastroenteritis
(v) Malaria
(vi) Dengue fever

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(3)
(PICK ANY FOUR)
(i) it provides financial protection against the high cost of medical care.
(ii) It gives people access to a wider range of healthcare services.
(iii) It helps to ensure that people receive preventive care and early treatment for illnesses.
(iv) It can help to reduce stress and anxiety about paying for medical care.
(v) It can improve overall health and well-being.

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(4a)
Mental health is a state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.

(4b)
(PICK ANT THREE)
(i) Genetics: Some people are more likely to develop mental illness due to their genes.
(ii) Brain chemistry: An imbalance of neurotransmitters in the brain can lead to mental illness.
(iii) Life experiences: Traumatic or stressful life events can trigger mental illness in some people.
(iv) Physical health: Some physical illnesses can lead to mental illness.
(v) Substance abuse: Drug and alcohol abuse can cause or worsen mental illness.

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(5)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Nucleus
(ii) Mitochondria
(iii) Endoplasmic reticulum
(iv) Golgi apparatus
(v) Lysosomes

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(6)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Measles
(ii) Mumps
(iii) Rubella
(iv) Polio
(v) Tetanus

8ai)
The organ where the tapeworm could be found is the Small Intestine.

(8aii)
(i) Scolex (head): attaches to the intestinal wall
(ii) Neck: produces new segments
(iii) Proglottids (segments): absorb nutrients

(8bi)
The individual could have prevented the tapeworm infestation by ensuring that meat is thoroughly cooked before consumption.

(8bii)
(i) Practicing good hygiene: Regular handwashing with soap and water, especially before eating and after using the toilet.
(ii) Proper sanitation: Ensuring proper disposal of human and animal waste to prevent contamination of food and water sources.
(iii) Health screening and treatment: Regular health check-ups and deworming, especially for people in areas with high prevalence of tapeworm infections.

(8c)
(i) Abdominal pain
(ii) Diarrhea
(iii) Weight loss

(8d)
(i) Drinking water contaminated with tapeworm eggs or larvae.
(ii) Eating fruits or vegetables that have been contaminated with tapeworm eggs, often through contact with contaminated soil or water.

(8e)
(i) Ascaris lumbricoides(round worm)
(ii) Ancylostoma duodenale(hook worm)
(iii) Enterobius vermicularis(pinworm)

(8f)
(i) Ascariasis: Caused by Ascaris lumbricoides.
(ii) Hookworm disease: Caused by Ancylostoma duodenale or Necator americanus.
(iii) Schistosomiasis: Caused by blood flukes (Schistosoma species).
(iv) Trichinosis: Caused by Trichinella spiralis.