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What information is required on the cover page of my answer booklet?
The test code, subject, proficiency or Unit, year of examination, candidate number (10-digit), school or centre number (6-digit), name of school or centre...
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:32 AM
If I arrive at the examination centre 45 minutes after the start of the examination; would I be permitted to write the examination?
No. Candidates who arrive 30 minutes after the start of an examination will not be permitted to write the examination.
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:33 AM
If I arrive 20 minutes after the start of the examination, would I be given extra time to complete the examination?
No. Extra time would not be given to candidates who arrive late.
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:33 AM
When can a candidate leave the examination room?
A candidate may be allowed to discontinue work and leave the examination room after 30 minutes have passed provided that the candidate surrenders the ques...
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:33 AM
What type of pencil should I use to grid my responses on the Multiple Choice answer sheet?
You should use a 3B pencil.
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:34 AM
I asked the Invigilator for a single sheet or an extra answer booklet to complete my responses but was informed that she was not allowed to provide candidates with additional stationery. Was she correct?
She was correct if the subject paper was one where the scripts were marked electronically. Adequate space for the candidates’ responses is provided in the...
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:34 AM
What are the subject papers that will be marked electronically?
The list of subject papers may be found on the Council’s website, www.cxc.org.
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:34 AM
Is there an alternative examination for candidates who fall ill and unable to sit the examination?
No. A subject is offered only once at any sitting.
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:35 AM
What should I do if the Examination Supervisor does not give me a Candidate’s Receipt when I hand in my answer booklet?
You should insist on getting the Candidate’s Receipt.  It is the only document you have to verify that you wrote the examination and submitted a script. ...
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:35 AM
How long should I keep the Candidate’s Receipt?
You are advised to keep the Candidate’s Receipt until you receive your results.
Mon, 7 Dec, 2015 at 11:35 AM