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1Which of the following is a fundamental physical quantity in the SI system?
2A force of 3 N acts horizontally to the east, and another force of 4 N acts vertically to the north on a particle. What is the magnitude of the resultant force?
3A car travels a distance of 120 km in 2 hours. What is its average speed in meters per second (m/s)?
4According to Newton's First Law of Motion, what happens to a moving object when no net external force acts on it?
5What physical quantity is represented by the area under a force-time graph?
6A uniform meter rule is balanced at its midpoint (50 cm mark). If a weight of 2 N is hung at the 10 cm mark, where must a 4 N weight be hung to restore balance?
7A simple pendulum has a time period of 2.0 s on Earth. If the length of the pendulum is quadrupled, what will be its new time period?
8An object of mass 500 g floats completely submerged in water. What is the magnitude of the upthrust acting on the object? (Take g = 10 m/s^2)
9A temperature of 45 degrees Celsius is equivalent to what value in Kelvin?
10By which primary mechanism does heat transfer occur from the Sun to the Earth through empty space?
About the GTLE Subject Specialism Physics Exam
The Physics Subject Specialism paper is a 100-item multiple-choice exam administered by the National Teaching Council (NTC) for teacher candidates seeking to teach Physics in Senior High Schools (SHS) or Technical/Vocational institutes in Ghana. It covers core strands from the Ghanaian NaCCA secondary physics curriculum and introductory tertiary physics: Measurement and Mechanics, Thermal Physics and Thermodynamics, Waves and Optics, Electricity and Magnetism, Modern and Atomic Physics, and Physics Pedagogy and Laboratory Safety. The exam assesses both theoretical subject knowledge (including mathematical calculations for kinematics, specific heat capacity, geometrical optics, circuit networks, and nuclear reactions) and pedagogical content knowledge (lab safety, student misconceptions, and practical setups).
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Assessment
Computer-based multiple-choice physics content test taken alongside the general professional knowledge paper and a pedagogy paper. It tests both secondary/introductory tertiary physics content knowledge and subject-specific pedagogical content knowledge.
Time Limit
2 hours (refer to specific instruction on exam paper; timetables allocate 2 hours for subject content papers)
Passing Score
50% (candidates must score at least 50 out of 100 marks to pass this paper)
Exam / Certification Fees
GH¢450 fresh (all 3 papers); re-sit GH¢150/210/385; indexing GH¢50 fresh
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Measurement and Mechanics
Physical quantities, dimensions, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, momentum, circular motion, gravitation, equilibrium, simple harmonic motion, and fluid statics.
Thermal Physics and Thermodynamics
Temperature scales, thermal expansion, calorimetry, heat transfer, gas laws, kinetic theory of gases, and the laws of thermodynamics.
Waves and Optics
General wave properties, sound waves, physical optics (interference, diffraction, polarization), geometric optics (reflection, refraction, lenses, mirrors, and optical instruments).
Electricity and Magnetism
Electrostatics, capacitance, direct current (DC) circuits, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating current (AC) circuits, and electrical safety.
Modern and Atomic Physics
Wave-particle duality, photoelectric effect, Bohr's atomic model, energy levels, X-rays, radioactivity, nuclear energy, and solid-state electronics (semiconductors, diodes).
Physics Pedagogy and Laboratory Safety
Laboratory safety procedures, diagnostic assessment of student misconceptions in physics, instructional design, practical physics activities, and improvisation of lab equipment.
Preparing for the GTLE Subject Specialism Physics Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 50% (candidates must score at least 50 out of 100 marks to pass this paper)
- Assessment: Computer-based multiple-choice physics content test taken alongside the general professional knowledge paper and a pedagogy paper. It tests both secondary/introductory tertiary physics content knowledge and subject-specific pedagogical content knowledge.
- Time limit: 2 hours (refer to specific instruction on exam paper; timetables allocate 2 hours for subject content papers)
- Exam / certification fees: GH¢450 fresh (all 3 papers); re-sit GH¢150/210/385; indexing GH¢50 fresh Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the GTLE Physics subject specialism paper?
It is the subject-matter examination administered by the National Teaching Council (NTC) of Ghana for candidates qualifying to teach Physics at the Senior High School (SHS) or Technical/Vocational levels.
How many questions are on the Physics paper, and what is the passing score?
The paper consists of 100 multiple-choice questions. Candidates must achieve a score of at least 50% (50 out of 100 correct answers) to pass.
What is the registration fee for fresh candidates?
Fresh candidates pay a total of GH¢450 to cover all three required GTLE papers (General Professional Knowledge, Related Pedagogy, and Subject Specialism), plus an indexing fee of GH¢50 for fresh candidates.
Does the Physics exam include pedagogy?
Yes. It includes Physics Pedagogy and Lab Safety (about 8% of the exam), which tests your knowledge of laboratory safety rules, common student misconceptions, classroom activities, and equipment improvisation.
Where can I find my exam scheduling details?
Registration, scheduling, and centre allocation details are managed through the official exams.ntc.gov.gh portal.