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Key Facts: NSSCO Home Economics 6155 Exam

6155

NSSCO Home Economics syllabus code

NIED NSSCO Home Economics Syllabus

1h30

Paper 1 Theory duration

NIED NSSCO Home Economics scheme of assessment

50/25/25

Paper 1 / Coursework / Practical Test weighting (%)

NIED NSSCO Home Economics Syllabus

300

Total marks across Papers 1–3

NIED NSSCO Home Economics Syllabus

4h30

Paper 3 Practical Test total time

NIED NSSCO Home Economics Syllabus

A*–G

Grade scale (G = minimum satisfactory)

NIED NSSCO Home Economics Syllabus / grade descriptions

100

Free practice MCQs on this page (study adaptation)

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NSSCO Home Economics 6155 is examined by DNEA through Paper 1 Theory (50%, 1h30, 100 marks), Paper 2 Coursework practicals (25%), and Paper 3 Practical Test (25%, 4h30), totalling 300 marks with grades A*–G. This page’s 100 free questions are an English-language MCQ study adaptation aligned to the NIED syllabus — not an official past paper or full practical simulation.

Sample NSSCO Home Economics 6155 Practice Questions

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1In the NSSCO Home Economics syllabus, which definition best matches nutrition?
A.The study of how the body obtains and uses food for growth, repair and energy
B.Only the counting of kilojoules in a single meal
C.A marketing term for expensive health products
D.The chemical name for table salt
Explanation: Nutrition is the science of how the body obtains and uses food for growth, maintenance, repair and energy. It covers nutrient needs, food choices and health outcomes, not only calorie counting or commercial marketing claims.
2A nutrient is best described as:
A.A chemical substance in food that the body needs for growth, energy or regulation
B.Any food that tastes sweet
C.Only vitamins sold in pharmacies
D.Water that has been flavoured
Explanation: Nutrients are chemical components of food required for growth, energy production and regulation of body processes. They include carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water.
3A balanced diet means a diet that:
A.Provides nutrients in appropriate amounts and proportions for health
B.Contains only meat and starch at every meal
C.Excludes all fats permanently
D.Is identical for every person regardless of age or activity
Explanation: A balanced diet supplies nutrients in amounts and proportions that support health. Needs vary by age, gender, activity and health status.
4Malnutrition is best defined as:
A.A condition resulting from an inadequate, excessive or unbalanced nutrient intake
B.Eating only traditional Namibian foods
C.Drinking too much clean water
D.Cooking food until it is soft
Explanation: Malnutrition covers undernutrition, overnutrition and imbalance from inadequate, excessive or unbalanced nutrient intake.
5Deficiency diseases develop mainly when:
A.One or more essential nutrients are lacking for a prolonged period
B.Food is always cooked with spices
C.Meals are served on large plates
D.People eat three varied meals daily
Explanation: Deficiency diseases arise when essential nutrients are missing or inadequate over time. Varied adequate meals help prevent deficiencies.
6According to Namibian food-guide teaching used with the Food and Nutrition Guidelines, a healthy daily pattern should draw food from how many main food groups?
A.Four food groups
B.Two food groups only
C.Twelve food groups
D.One food group only
Explanation: Namibia’s Food Guide promotes foods from four food groups. Variety across groups supports nutrient adequacy.
7Which statement correctly distinguishes food from nutrients?
A.Food is what we eat; nutrients are the useful chemical substances obtained from food
B.Food and nutrients are identical terms with no difference
C.Nutrients are only the water content of food
D.Food never contains nutrients until it is cooked
Explanation: Food is the edible material consumed; nutrients are the chemical constituents the body uses. Raw and cooked foods both contain nutrients.
8Health, in a nutrition context, is best understood as:
A.A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, not merely absence of disease
B.Only the absence of fever on exam day
C.Having the highest possible body mass
D.Eating exclusively imported foods
Explanation: Health is a positive state of physical, mental and social well-being, not merely lack of illness.
9Which condition is an example of a deficiency disease linked to lack of iodine?
A.Goitre
B.Obesity from excess energy
C.Dental cavities from sugar alone without iodine link
D.Food allergy to peanuts
Explanation: Iodine deficiency can cause goitre (enlarged thyroid) and related disorders.
10Which vitamin is fat-soluble?
A.Vitamin A
B.Vitamin C
C.Thiamine (vitamin B1)
D.Riboflavin (vitamin B2)
Explanation: Vitamins A, D, E and K are fat-soluble. Vitamin C and B-group vitamins are water-soluble.

About the NSSCO Home Economics 6155 Exam

NSSCO Home Economics (6155) is Namibia’s Ordinary Level senior secondary Home Economics qualification for Grades 10–11. The NIED syllabus covers Food and Nutrition, Family Life Education, Management and Housing, and Clothing and Consumer Education, with strong emphasis on Namibian dietary guidelines, food preparation practical skills, and informed consumer decisions.

Assessment

Paper 1 Theory (1 hour 30 minutes, 100 marks, 50%): Sections A short answer (40), B structured (40), C essay (20); theme weightings Food and nutrition 60%, Family life education 10%, Management and housing 20%, Clothing and consumer education 10%. Paper 2 Coursework Practical Exercises (100 marks, 25%): two centre-assessed practical exercises over an extended period, externally moderated by DNEA. Paper 3 Practical Test (4 hours 30 minutes, 100 marks, 25%): written preparation, organising time, practical cookery and evaluation; centre-marked with DNEA moderation.

Time Limit

Paper 1: 1 hour 30 minutes; Paper 2: two coursework practicals across about five terms; Paper 3: 4 hours 30 minutes (1h30 preparation + 30 min organising + 2h practical + 30 min evaluation)

Passing Score

Grades A*–G (G = minimum satisfactory); below G is not recorded on the certificate

Exam Fee

A public DNEA per-subject national examination fee schedule was not confirmed from an official DNEA circular; confirm with DNEA or your examination centre. Do not use NAMCOL tuition fees as DNEA exam fees. (Directorate of National Examinations and Assessment (DNEA), Namibia)

NSSCO Home Economics 6155 Exam Content Outline

60% Paper 1

Food and Nutrition

Nutritional concepts; nutrients and food groups; vitamins and minerals; water, fibre and energy/BMI; life-stage diets; Namibia Food and Nutrition Guidelines; meal planning; spoilage and hygiene; cooking methods; food commodities and baking.

10% Paper 1

Family Life Education

Family versus household; family cycle; dual and gender roles; socialisation; communication, conflict and stress.

20% Paper 1

Management and Housing

Needs, wants, values and goals; decision making; management process; work study; housing needs and tenure; budgeting; savings, investments, insurance; cash versus credit.

10% Paper 1

Clothing and Consumer Education

Clothing communication and figure types; wardrobe planning; care labels; consumer rights and behaviour; food labels and additives.

How to Pass the NSSCO Home Economics 6155 Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Grades A*–G (G = minimum satisfactory); below G is not recorded on the certificate
  • Assessment: Paper 1 Theory (1 hour 30 minutes, 100 marks, 50%): Sections A short answer (40), B structured (40), C essay (20); theme weightings Food and nutrition 60%, Family life education 10%, Management and housing 20%, Clothing and consumer education 10%. Paper 2 Coursework Practical Exercises (100 marks, 25%): two centre-assessed practical exercises over an extended period, externally moderated by DNEA. Paper 3 Practical Test (4 hours 30 minutes, 100 marks, 25%): written preparation, organising time, practical cookery and evaluation; centre-marked with DNEA moderation.
  • Time limit: Paper 1: 1 hour 30 minutes; Paper 2: two coursework practicals across about five terms; Paper 3: 4 hours 30 minutes (1h30 preparation + 30 min organising + 2h practical + 30 min evaluation)
  • Exam fee: A public DNEA per-subject national examination fee schedule was not confirmed from an official DNEA circular; confirm with DNEA or your examination centre. Do not use NAMCOL tuition fees as DNEA exam fees.

Keys to Passing

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  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

NSSCO Home Economics 6155 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Work from the official NIED NSSCO Home Economics syllabus PDF — examiners mark to the specific objectives under each theme.
2Weight revision like Paper 1: spend most time on Food and Nutrition (60%), then Management and Housing (20%), with Family Life and Clothing/Consumer at about 10% each.
3For Paper 2 and Paper 3, practise written preparation, time plans, hygiene, and evaluation comments — MCQs alone cannot replace practical cookery skills.
4Learn Namibia Food and Nutrition Guidelines (variety, iodised salt used sparingly, three meals a day, whole grains, clean water/food, healthy weight) with the four food groups.
5Use recent NSSCO examiners’ reports for Home Economics 6155 to target weak theory and practical moderation issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSSCO Home Economics 6155?

NSSCO Home Economics (syllabus code 6155) is Namibia’s Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary Level Home Economics qualification for Grades 10–11, with learning content published by NIED and national examinations administered by DNEA.

How is NSSCO Home Economics assessed?

All learners enter Paper 1 Theory (1 hour 30 minutes, 100 marks, 50%), Paper 2 Coursework Practical Exercises (100 marks, 25%), and Paper 3 Practical Test (4 hours 30 minutes, 100 marks, 25%). The combined award is 300 marks with grades A*–G.

What grade is needed to pass NSSCO Home Economics?

Learners are graded A*–G. Grade G is the minimum satisfactory grade; performance below G is not recorded on the certificate.

How much does the NSSCO Home Economics exam cost?

A public DNEA per-subject national examination fee schedule was not confirmed from an official DNEA circular at the time of writing. Confirm fees with DNEA or your centre, and do not use NAMCOL tuition amounts as the national exam fee.

Are these official DNEA examination questions?

No. Official assessment includes written short-answer/structured/essay theory plus centre-based coursework and a practical cookery test. This bank is an original English-language MCQ study adaptation for syllabus revision only.

What topics does the 6155 syllabus cover?

Four themes: Food and Nutrition (about 60% of Paper 1); Family Life Education (10%); Management and Housing (20%); and Clothing and Consumer Education (10%), including Namibian Food and Nutrition Guidelines and practical food preparation skills.