CCHM 2023 Sec 3 PG EOY Ans

[Turn Over Name: Class: Register Number: END-OF-YEAR EXAMINATION 2023 SECONDARY 3 Geography 2279 3 October 2023 Candidates answer on the Question Paper. 1 hour 45 minutes Additional materials: Insert Suggested Answers This document consists of 13 printed pages..

2 2023EOY/CCHMS/Secondary 3/Geography/2279 Answer all questions. 1 Cluster 1: Geography in Everyday Life (a) A class of students wanted to compare residents’ level of satisfaction of the amenities offered in two neighbourhood shopping malls in two different parts of Singapore. Photographs of the two malls are shown in Figs. 1.1 and 1.2 (Insert). The students decided to survey 50 people.

3 The results of the question on levels of satisfaction in the questionnaire are shown in Table 1.1. Table 1.1 Results for Question 1 Question 1: Please indicate your level of satisfaction with the following amenities in this shopping mall. The shopping mall in Fig. 1.1 Amenities in the mall Level of satisfaction very dissatisfied somewhat dissatisfied neither dissatisfied nor satisfied somewhat satisfied very satisfied availability of nursing room & handicapped toilets 2 4 20 15 9 variety of food eateries 2 8 3 15 22 prices of food 18 12 3 13 4 variety of retail outlets 2 7 8 9 24 cleanliness 2 4 15 10 19 mean 5.2 7.0 12.4 15.6 The shopping mall in Fig. 1.2 Amenities in the mall Level of satisfaction very dissatisfied somewhat dissatisfied neither dissatisfied nor satisfied somewhat satisfied very satisfied availability of nursing room & handicapped toilets 3 5 5 14 23 variety of food eateries 16 23 2 4 5 prices of food 20 10 5 9 6 variety of retail outlets 13 14 5 13 5 cleanliness 3 5 15 9 18 mean 11 11.4 6.4 9.8 11.4 (i) What type of rating scale is used in the questionnaire shown in Table 1.1? [1] • Likert scale.

4 2023EOY/CCHMS/Secondary 3/Geography/2279 (ii) Complete the empty cell in Table 1.1 by calculating the mean for ‘neither satisfied nor dissatisfied’ for the neighbourhood in Fig. 1.1. [1] • 9.8 (iii) With reference to Figs. 1.1 and Fig. 1.2 (Insert), explain how the students could sample visitors to collect the data needed for their investigation. [3] Describe a suitable sampling method: • Students could use simple random sampling, using a random number generator/table/using a dice. OR • Students could use convenience sampling, where respondents are selected because they are convenience sources of data. OR • Students could use stratified random sampling , where respondents are selected based on a proportionate makeup to the population such as age/gender. Probability sampling such as random sampling is used to select the sample. OR • Students could use quota sampling, where respondents are selected based on a proportionate makeup to the population such as age/gender. Non-probability sampling such as convenience sampling is used to select the sample. • The students could divide themselves into 2 groups and station themselves at the entrance of the two malls, where there will be a high volume of visitors. [idea on where to collect] Any 1 of the following points:[idea on when to collect] • Each group should collect data for an hour each, 3 times within a day as it ensures representation of the visitors sampled within a day • They should also consider collecting data every day at the same time and location for a week as it ensures representation of visitors sampled during weekdays and weekends.

5 (iv) Compare residents’ level of satisfaction of amenities offered by the two shopping malls. [4] Overall trend: Either • The residents’ level of satisfaction of the amenities offered in shopping mall in Fig. 1.1 is generally higher than that of the shopping mall in Fig. 1.2. This can be seen from the mean value of ‘very satisfied’ for the shopping mall in Fig. 1.1, which is higher, at 15.6, compared to the shopping mall in Fig. 1.2, at 11.4. OR • Residents’ level of satisfaction of the amenities offered in shopping mall in Fig. 1.2 is generally lower than that of the shopping mall in Fig. 1.1. This can be seen from the mean value of ‘very dissatisfied’ for the shopping mall in Fig. 1.2, which is higher, at 11, compared to the shopping mall in Fig. 1.1, at 5.2. Similarities: • Residents’ level of satisfaction of the cleanliness for both shopping malls is generally high, under the scale of ‘very satisfied’, for the shopping mall in Fig. 1.1, the value is at 19 and for the shopping mall in Fig. 1.2, the value is at 18. • Residents’ level of satisfaction of the prices of food in both shopping malls is generally low, under the scale of ‘very dissatisfied’, both the value is high. For the shopping mall in Fig. 1.1, the value is at 18 and for the shopping mall in Fig. 1.2, the value is at 20. Differences: • Residents’ level of satisfaction for variety of retail outlets in the shopping mall in Fig. 1.1 is much higher than that of Fig. 1.2. Fig 1.1 has a higher value at 24 for ‘very satisfied’, whereas for the shopping mall in Fig. 1.2, the value is lower, at 5. • Residents’ level of satisfaction for availability of nursing room & handicapped toilets in the shopping mall in Fig. 1.1 is much lower than that of Fig. 1.2. Fig 1.1 has a lower value at 9 for ‘very satisfied’, whereas for the shopping mall in Fig. 1.2, the value is higher, at 23. Note: • Must have an overall trend and its supporting evidence. • Accept 3 other plausible points with supporting evidence – at least one answer on similarity. (v) Evaluate the reliability of the data collection method used in this investigation. [3] For: • The data collection method is reliable because i n total, 50 people were interviewed. This sample size is sufficient to conduct a reasonable analysis of data. • The 5-point Likert scale, as compared to a ‘yes/no’ option, provides a wide range of responses which are anchored by two extreme opposing positions. This allows respondents to give their insights more accurately. • The survey included a wide range of amenities for respondents to rate their level of satisfaction. This enables a more accurate comparison of the level of satisfaction between the two malls.

6 2023EOY/CCHMS/Secondary 3/Geography/2279 Against: • The data collection method is not reliable because t here is no indication in the survey to check if those interviewed are residents in the neighbourhood • Students might also have interviewed the same person more than once. (b) Study Fig. 1.3 (Insert), which shows a photograph of part of Bishan Park, Singapore. With reference to Fig. 1.3, explain how people acquire a sense of place in their neighourhood. [2] • Repeated encounters with objects and people help us recall the character and features of places that we come across and create meanings and memories of them.[compulsory point] • We may acquire a sense of place from significant or memorable events at local landmarks and gathering places. [Any one of the following ideas] These places include: - landmarks which are highly visible and easy for most people to remember - serve symbolic or historical purposes - hold positive and or negative memories - shops which we develop an attachment to - open lawns where people gather at community events (c) Evaluate the role of people in their interaction with nature. [3] For: • People can collectively raise awareness about the value of nature areas through encouraging positive behaviour that does not