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AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION BOARD
SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
CLASS IX
ANNUAL EXAMINATIONS (THEORY) 2024
Physics Paper II
Time: 1 hour 50 minutes Marks: 25
INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Check your name and school information. Sign if it is accurate.
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2. There are SEVEN questions. Answer ALL questions. Questions 6 & 7 each offer TWO choices. Attempt any ONE choice from each.
3. When answering the questions:
Read each question carefully.
Use a black pointer to write your answers. DO NOT write your answers in pencil.
Use a black pencil for diagrams. DO NOT use coloured pencils.
DO NOT use staples, paper clips, glue correcting fluid, or ink erasers.
Complete your answer in the allocated space only. DO NOT write outside the answer box.
4. The marks for the questions are shown in brackets ( ).
5. You may use a simple calculator if you wish.
Physics Paper II • CLASS IX (2024)Total 6 Examination Items • SLO Mapped
Q.1.
(Total 4 Marks)Describe the purpose of file management system in an operating system. (4 Marks)
2025 Syllabus: SLO 1.5.2 • The Computer System ↗Cognitive Level: U (Understanding)
2025 SLO Outcome (1.5.2): explain the following types of system software: a. operating system, b. device drivers, c. utility programs, d. language processors;
Q.2.
(Total 2 Marks)Describe the role of network communication devices in enabling efficient communication and collaboration in a modern workplace. (2 Marks)
2025 Syllabus: SLO 1.8.1 • The Computer System ↗Cognitive Level: U (Understanding)
2025 SLO Outcome (1.8.1): explain the following communication devices: a. hub, b. modem, c. switch, d. router, e. gateway;
Q.3.
(Total 2 Marks)i.Draw the diagram of bus topology. (1 Mark)
ii.Give ONE advantage of using bus topology. (1 Mark)
2025 Syllabus: SLO 1.9.4 • The Computer System ↗Cognitive Level: A (Application)
2025 SLO Outcome (1.9.4): explain the following network topologies emphasising their structure, functionality, advantages, and disadvantages: a. bus topology, b. ring topology, c. tree topology, d. star topology, e. mesh topology;
Q.4.
(Total 5 Marks)Consider the given image of a webpage (
ordered list.html displaying the heading List of dairy products followed by a numbered list 1. Milk, 2. Yogurt, 3. Butter).Write the HTML code to display the web page shown in the given image. (5 Marks)
2025 Syllabus: SLO 3.4.1 • Programming Fundamentals (JavaScript, HTML & CSS) ↗Cognitive Level: A (Application)
2025 SLO Outcome (3.4.1): write HTML code to create: a. ordered list, b. unordered list, c. definition list;
Q.5.
(Total 6 Marks)EITHER
a. You have recently been hired as a consultant by an advertising agency to recommend the best type of monitors for their new office. They are considering LED monitors and want to understand the advantages and disadvantages before making a decision.
Explain THREE advantages and THREE disadvantages of using LED monitors to the agency. (6 Marks)
OR
b. You work for a non-profit organisation that is looking to switch from proprietary software to a more cost-effective solution.
Explain THREE advantages and THREE disadvantages of using open source software for the organisation's various operations. (6 Marks)
2025 Syllabus: SLO 1.2.1 • The Computer System ↗Cognitive Level: U (Understanding)
2025 SLO Outcome (1.2.1): define various input and output devices, including keyboards, touchscreen, pointing devices, biometric scanners, sensors, recognition systems, audio devices, display screens, printers, plotters, cutters, and actuators;
Q.6.
(Total 6 Marks)EITHER
a. A company is considering installing a new network infrastructure in its office. They are exploring different types of guided media and have asked you to explain the advantages and disadvantages of using twisted pair cable.
i. What is twisted pair cable and how does it work? (2 Marks)
ii. Give TWO advantages and TWO disadvantages of using twisted pair cable for network infrastructure. (4 Marks)
OR
b.
i. Describe Metropolitan Area Network (MAN). (2 Marks)
ii. Give TWO advantages and TWO disadvantages of MAN. (4 Marks)
2025 Syllabus: SLO 1.9.3 • The Computer System ↗Cognitive Level: U (Understanding)
2025 SLO Outcome (1.9.3): explain guided media and unguided media;
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