WAEC Office Practice Past Questions & Answers - Page 25

121.

Particulars of letters sent out from an office are entered in the

A.

dispatch book

B.

postage book

C.

remittance book

D.

office diary

Correct answer is A

Dispatch book is a document that shows where the particulars of letters sent out from an office is documented

122.

One of the advantages of a close office layout is that it

A.

enhances the prestige of the user

B.

ensures free flow of work

C.

makes supervision of workers easier

D.

enables common use of office equipment

Correct answer is A

One of the advantages of a close office layout is that it enhances the prestige of the user

123.

One of the ways a receptionist show pleasantries to visitors is by

A.

standing up to greet them

B.

welcoming all visitors with a smile

C.

welcoming them with a big hug

D.

asking about their families

Correct answer is B

One of the ways a receptionist shows pleasantries to visitors is by welcoming all visitors with a smile

124.

The principles of organization which states that a worker should not take orders from more than one superior officer is

A.

unity of objective

B.

chain of command

C.

span of control

D.

unity of purpose

Correct answer is C

Span of control: is the principles of organisation which states that a worker should not take order from more than one superior officer. It states tha number of subordinate that a superior officer can take

125.

Which of the following factors will be considered before buying office furniture?

A.

The colour of the furniture

B.

The size of the furniture

C.

The weight of the furniture

D.

The source of the furniture

Correct answer is B

Size of the furniture is one of the factors that will be considered before buying office furniture