TABLE OF CONTENT
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Declaration (ii)
Approval (iii)
Dedication (iv)
Acknowledgement (v)
Table of Content (vi)
List of Tables (vii)
Abstract (viii)
LO BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY 1
1.1 Introduction 1
1.2 Statement ofthe Problem 2
1.3 Purpose ofthe Study 3
1.4 Objectives of the Study 3
1.5 Research Question 4
1.6 Significance of the Study 4
1.7 Limitations ofthe Study 5
1.8 Assumptions ofthe Study 5
1.9 Definition of Terms 5
2.0 LITERATURE REVIEW 6
2.1 Introduction 6
2.2 Nature of Mathematics 7
2.3 Mathematics and Physics Science 8
2.4 Performance in Mathematics and Physics 10
3.0 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 14
3.1 Introduction 14
3.2 The Sample Frame 14
3.3 The Nature of Data Collection 15
3.4 Research Instruments 15
3.5 Data Collection Procedures 15
3.6 Data Analysis 16
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4.0 RESEARCH FINDINGS AND DISCUSSIONS 18
4.1 Introduction 18
4.2 Performance in Mathematics and Physics at KCSE 18
4.3 Discussion of Results for 2005-2007 23
5.0 CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 24
5.1 Introduction 24
5.2 Conclusion 24
5.3 Recommendations 24
Bibliography 26
Appendices
Appendix A 29
Appendix B 31
Appendix C 32
AppendixD 34
Appendix E 35
Appendix F 36
Appendix G 37
Appendix H 38
ABSTRACT The performance in Mathematics and sciences has been low over the years. The sciences borrow heavily from Mathematics concepts and principles. The research was on the relationship between performances in Mathematics and Physics. The research was carried out from secondary sources based on textbooks, magazines, KCSE results of selected schools over three years. The findings were based on the summary of the facts gathered from literature review. The findings were presented objective by objective, drawing contrast, similarities and identifying on new inferences from the study. The researcher’s opinion is given at the end. Recommendations stated were centered on the loop holes identified during the study. It includes adding value to the teaching-learning experiences in Physics, enhanced team teaching amongst Physics and Mathematics teachers. Secondary schools should invest in the building of library facilities for the students to access reference textbooks of sciences and mathematics. This will encourage individualized study among students and that will definitely improve performance.
