( The fieldwork or skills paper in Geography, and practical or applications paper in other subjects too):
| Area | Common Errors | Tip to Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Fieldwork Data Collection | Vague descriptions of methods | Be specific: name equipment, sampling method, and time/location. |
| Graphs and Charts | Wrong type of graph, no labels or units | Choose the best graph for the data; label axes clearly. |
| Data Analysis | Just describing, not explaining patterns | Always add “because…” to explain why a pattern happens. |
| Evaluation of Methods | Only saying “human error” without detail | Explain exactly what the error was and how it affected results. |
| Use of Statistical Techniques | Not knowing how or when to apply them | Revise mean, median, mode, interquartile range, and how to comment on data reliability. |
| Hypothesis Testing | Saying hypothesis is “correct” or “wrong” with no evidence | Use data to support or refute your hypothesis. |
| Maps and Sketches | No scale, north arrow, or annotations | Always add a scale bar, north arrow, and neat labels. |
| Answering the Question | Writing everything you know, not focusing on the question | Highlight command words (e.g., “explain,” “evaluate”) and stay focused. |
| Fieldwork Links | Writing generic answers, not linking back to your own fieldwork | Refer directly to your fieldwork location, methods, and findings. |
| Time Management | Running out of time, missing evaluation questions | Practice timed past papers and save 10–15 mins for evaluation questions. |