G10 HOME SCI OPENER TERM 3 2026

HOME SCIENCE GRADE 10

TERM 3 OPENER EXAM 2026

TIME: 2 HOURS 30 MINUTES

NAME……………………………….ADM NO……………………………

DATE…………………………………..SIGN…………………………….

INSTRUCTIONS CANDIDATES

1. Write your name, admission number and other required details in the spaces provided.

2. Answer ALL questions.

3. Read each question carefully before answering.

1a) Define each of the following terms:

(i) family resource;

(ii) decision making. [2]

b) State four examples of human resources available to a family. [4]

c) Explain four factors that influence family decision making. [4]

d) A household has KSh 18,000 for monthly needs. It plans KSh 6,000 food, KSh 3,000 rent contribution, KSh 2,500 transport, KSh 1,500 education and KSh 2,000 clothing. Calculate:

(i) total expenditure;