Office Practice JAMB, WAEC, NECO AND NABTEB Official Past Questions

22

A filing classification in which documents are stored according to their title is

  • A. numerical filing
  • B. alpha-numerical filing
  • C. geographical filing
  • D. subject filing
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23

The abbreviation “ref” on the letterhead of an organization represents

  • A. refferer
  • B. referee
  • C. reference
  • D. referendum
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24

One of the disadvantages of numerical system of filing is that

  • A. document retrieval takes longer time
  • B. there may be congestion in a file
  • C. there is difficulty of classification
  • D. there is difficulty of document retrieval where date is unknown
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25

The opinion of an investigatory committee on its findings is stated in the report as

  • A. introduction
  • B. terms of reference
  • C. conclusion
  • D. recommendation
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26

Which of the following document is not used for business transaction?

  • A. price list
  • B. quotation
  • C. circular
  • D. invoice
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27

The term office equipment refers to

  • A. machine and furniture.
  • B. wires and cables.
  • C. furniture and fittings.
  • D. machines and products
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28

A filing system where records are kept by various section within an organization is

  • A. centralized filing system.
  • B. geographical filing system.
  • C. numerical filing system.
  • D. departmental filing system.
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29

A requirement of a valid meeting is that

  • A. some proxies should be in attendance.
  • B. there should be a quorum.
  • C. all members should be in attendance.
  • D. items of its agenda should be completed.
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30

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

  • A. dispatch book.
  • B. postage book.
  • C. remittance book.
  • D. office diary
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31

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.
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32

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
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33

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
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34

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
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35

The list of items to be discussed in a meeting is

  • A. amendment
  • B. agenda
  • C. resolution
  • D. motion
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36

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

  • A. business letter
  • B. memorandum
  • C. minutes
  • D. circulars
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37

Which of the following equipment is used for electronic filing?

  • A. Printer
  • B. Fax Machine
  • C. Computer
  • D. Drawer
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38

Mails requiring prompt attention are

  • A. registered mails.
  • B. personal mails.
  • C. urgent mails.
  • D. confidential mails
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39

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.
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40

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
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41

A meeting conducted yearly by companies is

  • A. extra ordinary meeting
  • B. staff meeting
  • C. annual general meeting
  • D. board meeting
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42

A diagram that shows the line of responsibilities and authorities in a company is

  • A. pie chart
  • B. bar chart
  • C. pictorial chart
  • D. organizational chart
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