WAEC Commerce Past Questions & Answers

1.

The functions of money do not include

A.

store of value

B.

medium of exchange

C.

double coincidence of wants

D.

means of deferred payment

Correct answer is C

The following are some of the functions of money

  • Money as the Medium of Exchange
  • Money as a Store of Value
  • Money as a Measure of Value
  • Money as the Standard of Deferred Payment

double coincidence of wants is a feature of barter system and a function of money.

2.

which of the following documents is used when goods are being sent by a common carrier

A.

delivery note

B.

consignment note

C.

advice note

D.

credit note

Correct answer is A

delivery note is a document accompanying a shipment of goods that lists the description, grade, and quantity of the goods delivered, but does not include the prices. Delivery note is a mandatory requirement for any shipping process to be initiated and completed in a systematic manner. It is compulsory that a delivery note accompanies a shipment.

3.

The insurance policy taken to cover dishonesty of account personnel of an organisation is?

A.

employers laibility

B.

fidelity guarantee

C.

life endowment

D.

marine insurance

Correct answer is B

Fidelity guarantee insurance; An agreement whereby, for a designated sum of money, one party agrees to guarantee the loyalty and honesty of an agent, officer, or employee of an employer by promising to compensate the employer for losses incurred as a result of the disloyalty or dishonesty of such individuals. It is most often sought by companies where employees are more likely to cause financial loss because of their constant exposure to cash, stocks or other assets.

4.

The reason for sending a proforma invoice to a potential customer is that it is?

A.

an indication of the seller's willingness to grant credit

B.

a polite way of telling the customer to return the goods

C.

an invitation to the buyer to buy on hire purchase

D.

a polite way of refusing to sell on credit

Correct answer is D

A proforma invoice is an estimated invoice sent by a seller to a buyer in advance of a shipment or delivery of goods. It notes the kind and quantity of goods, their value, and other important information such as weight and transportation charges.

pro forma invoice is generally raised when the seller is ready for dispatching the goods but they want to ensure that the payment is being sent before dispatch.

5.

which of the following features is not associated with a chamber of commerce? it is 

A.

democratically administered

B.

an independent association

C.

open only to entrepreneurs

D.

a voluntary association

Correct answer is A

chamber of commerce (or board of trade) is a form of business network, whose goal is to further the interests of businesses. it is formed by Business owners in towns and cities to advocate on behalf of the business community.

A chamber of commerce is a voluntary association of business firms belonging to different trades and industries. They serve as spokesmen and representatives of business community. They differ from country to country. It is made up of entrepreneurs, who work independently to achieve their goals.