WAEC Past Questions and Answers - Page 2336

11,676.

The correspondence conveying the same information to different organization is/are

A.

business letter

B.

memorandum

C.

minutes

D.

circulars

Correct answer is D

Circulars is correspondence conveying the same information to different organisation. It is an official letter that is sent to a large number of people at the same time.

11,677.

Which of the following equipment is used for electronic filing?

A.

Printer

B.

Fax Machine

C.

Computer

D.

Drawer

Correct answer is C

Computer is an electronic device that accept data through input unit, process the data according to the instruction supplied to it by the user and transfer the result to a unit where it can be stored or print out. It is an equipment or device that is used for electronic filing

11,678.

Mails requiring prompt attention are

A.

registered mails

B.

personal mails

C.

urgent mails

D.

confidential mails

Correct answer is C

Urgent mails: These are mails that require prompt attention. Once a mail is marked 'urgent', it should be attended to first before others. The contents should be checked immediately to facilitate speedy action

11,679.

An advantage of central filing is that it ensures

A.

easy retrieval of files

B.

easy access to files

C.

high level of confidentiality

D.

uniformity of filing system

Correct answer is B

The merit or advantage of central filing is that it ensures easy or quick access to files

11,680.

The department that is responsible for replenishing stock in an organization is the

A.

purchasing department

B.

administrative department

C.

production department

D.

sales department

Correct answer is A

Purchasing department: This is the department that is responsible for buying raw materials, stationery, components, tools, plant & machinery e.t.c in an organisation. It is also responsible for replenishing stock in an organisation