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This page has every CAT Grade 12 Term 2 paper we have, from 2019 to 2026: 15 question papers and 13 memos in 59 PDFs. The papers were set by the national DBE. Files are in Afrikaans and English. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover. Below the papers there are 4 files of Term 2 study material.

CAT Grade 12 Term 2 papers by year

YearExamsPapersPDFs
2026May/June26
2025June, May/June310
2024May/June27
2023May/June28
2022May/June28
2021May/June28
2019May/June28

Topics that come up most in CAT Grade 12 Term 2

Counted from the questions in the papers on this page: how many papers each topic appears in, and its average marks.

Paper 1 (6 papers)

TopicPapersAverage marks
Word Processing647
Spreadsheet644
Database637
Web Design (Html)617
General616

Paper 2 (7 papers)

TopicPapersAverage marks
Systems Technologies725
Internet and Network Technologies715
Solution Development715
Multiple-Choice Questions710
Matching Items710
Information Management710
Social Implications710
True/False Items75
Integrated Scenario646
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CAT Grade 12 Term 2 2026 question papers and memos

May/June 2026 Paper 1

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2026 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2026 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 17 pages · 7 questions

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

Some files on this card: WCED ePortal, shared unchanged under CC BY-NC-ND.

What is in this paper (7 questions)
  1. Q1 Word ProcessingOpen the 1Fun word processing document that contains information about the different 19 marks
  2. Q2 Word ProcessingOpen the 2Tours word processing document that contains information about the best 26 marks
  3. Q3 Spreadsheet• Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 19 marks
  4. Q4 Spreadsheet• Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 22 marks
  5. Q5 DatabaseThe database contains details about the staff and clients of OneWorld Adventures. 35 marks
  6. Q6 Web Design (Html)• You may NOT use a word processing program such aWs ord to answer the 15 marks
  7. Q7 GeneralOneWorld Adventures needs assistance with specific documents. 14 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Owing to the nature of this practical examination, it is important to note that , even if you complete the examination early, you will NOT be permitted to leave the examination room until all the administrative tasks associated with the examination have ben ef
  2. If you are working on the network, or the data files have been preloaded on your system, you must follow the instructions provided by the invig ilator/ educator.
  3. At the end of the examination, you must make sure that ALL your answer files are saved on the network/computer as explained to you by the invigilat or/ educator.
  4. Make absolutely sure that all files can be read. Do NOT save unnecessar y files/folders and do NOT hand in duplicate answer files/folders. Do NOT delete any original files that you did not work on.
  5. The information sheet that has been provided with the question paper MUST BE COMPLETED AFTER THE THRE-EHOUR EXAMINATION SESSION. Hand it to the invigilator at the end of the examination.
  6. A copy of the master files will be available from the invigilator. Should there be any problems with a file, you may request another copy from the invigilator.
  7. This question paper consists of SEVEN questions. Answer ALL the questions.
  8. Read through each question before answering or solving the problem. Do NOT do more than is required by the question.
  9. Ensure that you save each document using the file name given in the question paper. Save your work regularly as a precaution agt posains sible power failures.
  10. You may NOT use any resource material.
  11. Accuracy will be taken into account.
  12. Ensure that the regional settings are set to South Africa and date and t im e settings, number settings and currency settings are correctly set.
  13. In all questions involving word processing, you should set the language t o English (South Africa). The paper size is assumed to be A4 Portrait, unless instructed otherwise. Use centimetres as the unit of measurement.
  14. Ensure that the Developer tab and Ruler are activated. Computer Applications Technology/P1 3 DBE/May/June 2026 SC/NSC Confidential

May/June 2026 Paper 2

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2026 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2026 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 18 pages · 10 questions

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

Some files on this card: WCED ePortal, shared unchanged under CC BY-NC-ND.

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the 10 marks
  2. Q2 Matching ItemsChoose a term/concept from COLUMN B that matches the description in COLUMN A. 10 marks
  3. Q3 True/False ItemsIndicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Write 'true' or 'false' next 5 marks
  4. Q4 Systems Technologies4.1 Define the concept Graphical User Interface (GUI) AND indicate TWO 25 marks
  5. Q5 Internet and Network Technologies5.1 Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow. 15 marks
  6. Q6 Information Management6.1 Give TWO examples of good file management practices. (2) 10 marks
  7. Q7 Social Implications7.1 Explain what the Fifth Industrial Revolution (5IR) is. (2) 10 marks
  8. Q8 Solution Development8.1 How can you ensure the date appears automatically at the top of every page each 15 marks
  9. Q9 Integrated ScenarioYour school has established a youth club for high-school learners in the community. 25 marks
  10. Q10 Integrated ScenarioA group of teenagers recently joined a local gym to stay fit and healthy. Peter, the gym 25 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of:
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June 2025 Paper 1

CAT Grade 12 June 2025 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 June 2025 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 19 pages · 7 questions

What is in this paper (7 questions)
  1. Q1 Word ProcessingA document was created to give information on the 2024 Summer Olympics. 24 marks
  2. Q2 Word ProcessingOpen the 2Background word processing document and modify it as follows. 21 marks
  3. Q3 Spreadsheet• Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 26 marks
  4. Q4 Spreadsheet• Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 14 marks
  5. Q5 DatabaseA database contains data of the athletes, officials and venues of the Olympic 35 marks
  6. Q6 Web Design (Html)A webpage has been created on summary of olympics. 15 marks
  7. Q7 GeneralFor this question you are required to work with the following files: 7Medals, 7Officials 150 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Owing to the nature of this practical examination, it is important to note that you will NOT be permitted to leave the examination room until the administrative tasks associated with the examination have been finalized. During the examination, the standard exa
  2. If you are working on the network, or data files have been preloaded on your system, you must follow the instructions provided by the invigilator/teacher. 3 At the end of the examination, you must make sure that ALL your answer files are saved on the network/c
  3. A copy of the master files will be available from the invigilator. Should there be any problems with a file, you may request another copy from the invigilator.
  4. This question paper consists of SEVEN questions. Answer ALL the questions.
  5. Read through each question before answering or solving the problem. Do NOT do more than is required by the question.
  6. Ensure that you save each document using the file name given in the question paper. Save your work at regular intervals as a precaution against possible power failures.
  7. During the examination you may consult the help functions of the programs that you are using. You may NOT use any other resource material.
  8. Accuracy will be considered.
  9. Ensure that the regional settings are set to South Africa and the date and time settings, number settings and currency settings are correctly set.
  10. In all questions involving word processing, you should set the language to English (South Africa). The paper size is assumed to be A4 Portrait, unless instructed otherwise. Use centimetres as the unit of measurement.
  11. Ensure that the Developer tab and the Ruler are activated.
  12. Computer Applications Technology P1 3 FS/June 2025 Grade 12
  13. Formulae and/or functions must be used for ALL calculations in questions involving spreadsheets. Use absolute cell references only where necessary to ensure that formulae are correct when you copy them to the other cells in the spreadsheet. NOTE: All formulae
  14. You may NOT use word processing programs such as Word to answer HTML questions.

May/June 2025 Paper 1 (National DBE)

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2025 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2025 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 23 pages · 7 questions

Some files on this card: WCED ePortal, shared unchanged under CC BY-NC-ND.

What is in this paper (7 questions)
  1. Q1 Word ProcessingOpen the 1eSports word processing document that contains information about eSports 27 marks
  2. Q2 Word ProcessingOpen the 2Stats word processing document that contains information about eSports 18 marks
  3. Q3 Spreadsheet• Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 16 marks
  4. Q4 Spreadsheet• Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 24 marks
  5. Q5 DatabaseA table was created with all the upcoming eSports tournament events. 35 marks
  6. Q6 Web Design (Html)• You may NOT use a word processing program such as Word to answer the 15 marks
  7. Q7 General7.1 Open the 7Report document. 15 marks

May/June 2025 Paper 2 (National DBE)

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2025 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2025 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 19 pages · 10 questions

Some files on this card: WCED ePortal, shared unchanged under CC BY-NC-ND.

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the 10 marks
  2. Q2 Matching ItemsChoose a term/concept from COLUMN B that matches the description in COLUMN A. 10 marks
  3. Q3 True/False ItemsIndicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Write 'true' or 'false' next 5 marks
  4. Q4 Systems Technologies4.1 Study the advertisement below and answer the questions that follow. 25 marks
  5. Q5 Internet and Network Technologies5.1 Name TWO devices that can be shared in a network, besides computers. (2) 15 marks
  6. Q6 Information Management6.1 What is the purpose of a focus question in a research task? (1) 10 marks
  7. Q7 Social Implications7.1 State ONE way to responsibly dispose of computing devices. (1) 10 marks
  8. Q8 Solution Development8.1 Which report feature in a database can be used to display information per 15 marks
  9. Q9 Integrated ScenarioThe school election team is organising an RCL (Representative Council of Learners) 25 marks
  10. Q10 Integrated ScenarioSanele is the owner of a small local restaurant, Snack Shack. Customers can sit in or 25 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of:

CAT Grade 12 Term 2 2024 question papers and memos

May/June 2024 Paper 1

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2024 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2024 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 21 pages · 7 questions

What is in this paper (7 questions)
  1. Q1 WoordverwerkingDie bestuur van die City Zoo bestudeer verskeie ander dieretuine om idees vir hulle 26 marks
  2. Q2 Woordverwerking'n Dokument is geskep oor die verskillende maniere waarop die dieretuin ondersteun 19 marks
  3. Q3 Sigblad Gebruik formules en/of funksies vir ALLE berekeninge in die sigblad. 19 marks
  4. Q4 Sigblad Gebruik formules en/of funksies vir ALLE berekeninge in die sigblad. 21 marks
  5. Q5 DatabasisMaak die 5Animals-databasis oop wat inligting bevat oor die diere in die dieretuin en 35 marks
  6. Q6 Webontwerp (Html) Jy mag NIE 'n woordverwerkingsprogram soos Word gebruik om die HTML- 15 marks
  7. Q7 Algemeen7.1 Vind die 7Pics-lêergids en doen die volgende: 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. As gevolg van die aard van hierdie praktiese eksamen is dit belangrik om daarop te let dat, selfs as jy die eksamen vroeg klaarmaak, jy NIE toegelaat sal word om die eksamenlokaal te verlaat voordat al die administratiewe funksies wat met die eksamen geassosie
  2. As jy op die netwerk werk, of as die datalêers vooraf op jou stelsel gelaai is, moet jy die instruksies volg wat deur die toesighouer/onderwyser gegee word.
  3. Aan die einde van die eksamen moet jy seker maak dat AL jou antwoordlêers op die netwerk/rekenaar gestoor is, soos deur die toesighouer/onderwyser aan jou verduidelik is.
  4. Maak absoluut seker dat al die lêers gelees kan word. MOENIE onnodige lêers/lêergidse stoor NIE en MOENIE duplikaat-antwoordlêers/-lêergidse inlewer NIE. MOENIE enige oorspronklike lêers waarop jy nie gewerk het nie, verwyder NIE.
  5. Die inligtingsblad wat saam met die vraestel verskaf word, MOET NA AFLOOP VAN DIE DRIE-UUR-EKSAMENSESSIE INGEVUL WORD. Lewer dit aan die einde van die eksamen by die toesighouer in.
  6. 'n Kopie van die meesterlêers ('master files') sal by die toesighouer beskikbaar wees. Indien daar enige probleme met 'n lêer is, mag jy die toesighouer vir 'n ander kopie vra.
  7. Hierdie vraestel bestaan uit SEWE vrae. Beantwoord AL die vrae.
  8. Lees deur elke vraag voordat jy dit beantwoord of die probleem oplos. MOENIE meer doen as wat die vraag vereis NIE.
  9. Maak seker dat jy elke dokument stoor deur die lêernaam wat in die vraestel gegee word, te gebruik. Stoor jou werk gereeld as 'n voorsorgmaatreël teen moontlike kragonderbrekings.
  10. Jy mag GEEN hulpbronmateriaal gebruik NIE.
  11. Akkuraatheid sal in berekening gebring word.
  12. Maak seker dat die streeksinstellings ('regional settings') op Suid-Afrika ('South Africa') ingestel is en dat datum- en tydinstellings, nommerinstellings en geldeenheidinstellings ('currency settings') korrek ingestel is.
  13. Vir alle woordverwerkingsvrae moet jy die taal op 'English (South Africa)' stel. Neem aan dat die papiergrootte A4 Portret ('Portrait') is, tensy anders aangedui. Gebruik sentimeter as maateenheid. Rekenaartoepassingstegnologie/V1 3 DBE/Mei/Junie 2024 SS/NSS V
  14. Maak seker dat die 'Developer'-oortjie en die liniaal ('Ruler') geaktiveer is.

May/June 2024 Paper 2

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2024 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2024 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 16 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the 10 marks
  2. Q2 Matching ItemsChoose a term/concept from COLUMN B that matches the description in COLUMN A. 10 marks
  3. Q3 True/False ItemsIndicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Write 'true' or 'false' 5 marks
  4. Q4 Systems Technologies4.1 Study the advertisement of two different laptops below and answer the 25 marks
  5. Q5 Internet and Network Technologies5.1 Give TWO reasons why buffering occurs when streaming a video. (2) 15 marks
  6. Q6 Information Management6.1 You have to collect data using a questionnaire from various learners in the 10 marks
  7. Q7 Social Implications7.1 Give TWO advantages of ICTs in society. (2) 10 marks
  8. Q8 Solution Development8.1 Spreadsheets are used to organise and analyse information. 15 marks
  9. Q9 Integrated ScenarioThe school has begun a Robotics Club. The club will host competitions, 25 marks
  10. Q10 Integrated ScenarioYou have been invited to join the Historical Society. 25 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of:
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May/June 2023 Paper 1

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2023 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2023 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 18 pages · 7 questions

What is in this paper (7 questions)
  1. Q1 Word ProcessingA document was prepared giving five reasons to visit the beautiful Cape Point. 21 marks
  2. Q2 Word ProcessingA document was created with information about Table Mountain. 24 marks
  3. Q3 Spreadsheet Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 18 marks
  4. Q4 Spreadsheet Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 22 marks
  5. Q5 DatabaseThe 5Tours database stores information regarding bookings for tours and activities in 35 marks
  6. Q6 Web Design (Html) You may NOT use a word processing program such as Word to answer the 15 marks
  7. Q7 General7.1 Open the 7CapeTown word processing document. 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Owing to the nature of this practical examination, it is important to note that, even if you complete the examination early, you will NOT be permitted to leave the examination room until all the administrative tasks associated with the examination have been fi
  2. If you are working on the network, or the data files have been preloaded on your system, you must follow the instructions provided by the invigilator/educator.
  3. At the end of the examination, you must make sure that ALL your answer files are saved on the network/computer as explained to you by the invigilator/educator.
  4. Make absolutely sure that all files can be read. Do NOT save unnecessary files/folders and do NOT hand in duplicate answer files/folders. Do NOT delete any original files that you did not work on.
  5. The information sheet that has been provided with the question paper MUST BE COMPLETED AFTER THE THREE-HOUR EXAMINATION SESSION. Hand it to the invigilator at the end of the examination.
  6. A copy of the master files will be available from the invigilator. Should there be any problems with a file, you may request another copy from the invigilator.
  7. This question paper consists of SEVEN questions. Answer ALL the questions.
  8. Read through each question before answering or solving the problem. Do NOT do more than is required by the question.
  9. Ensure that you save each document using the file name given in the question paper. Save your work regularly as a precaution against possible power failures.
  10. You may NOT use any resource material.
  11. Accuracy will be taken into account.
  12. Ensure that the regional settings are set to South Africa and date and time settings, number settings and currency settings are correctly set.
  13. In all questions involving word processing, you should set the language to English (South Africa). The paper size is assumed to be A4 Portrait, unless instructed otherwise. Use centimetres as the unit of measurement. Computer Applications Technology/P1 3 DBE/2
  14. Ensure that the Developer tab and Ruler are activated.

May/June 2023 Paper 2

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2023 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2023 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 17 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the 10 marks
  2. Q2 Matching ItemsChoose a term/concept from COLUMN B that matches the description in COLUMN A. 10 marks
  3. Q3 True/False ItemsIndicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Write 'true' or 'false' 5 marks
  4. Q4 Systems Technologies4.1 Name TWO input devices that can be used on a point of sale system. (2) 25 marks
  5. Q5 Internet and Network Technologies5.1 Define the concept grid computing. (2) 15 marks
  6. Q6 Information Management6.1 Give TWO aspects that you must include in a task definition for a research 10 marks
  7. Q7 Social Implications7.1 Give TWO ways of reducing the possible negative impact of ICTs on the 10 marks
  8. Q8 Solution Development8.1 Consider the screenshot of a word processing document below. 15 marks
  9. Q9 Integrated ScenarioYour school wishes to organise a Youth Day event. CAT learners will use their 25 marks
  10. Q10 Integrated ScenarioThe school wishes to promote healthy living. They host a club for walking and running 25 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of:

CAT Grade 12 Term 2 2022 question papers and memos

May/June 2022 Paper 1

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2022 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2022 Paper 1 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 18 pages · 7 questions

What is in this paper (7 questions)
  1. Q1 Word ProcessingOpen the 1Types word processing document that contains interesting facts about 22 marks
  2. Q2 Word ProcessingOpen the 2Top10 word processing document that contains information on the top ten 23 marks
  3. Q3 Spreadsheet Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 25 marks
  4. Q4 Spreadsheet Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 15 marks
  5. Q5 DatabaseA travel agent keeps details regarding its tour guides, clients and tours in a database. 35 marks
  6. Q6 Web Design (Html) You may NOT use a word processing program such as Word to answer the 15 marks
  7. Q7 General7.1 Open the 7Discount spreadsheet. 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Owing to the nature of this practical examination, it is important to note that, even if you complete the examination early, you will NOT be permitted to leave the examination room until all the administrative tasks associated with the examination have been fi
  2. If you are working on the network, or the data files have been preloaded on your system, you must follow the instructions provided by the invigilator/educator.
  3. At the end of the examination, you must make sure that ALL the answer files are saved on the network/computer as explained to you by the invigilator/educator.
  4. Make absolutely sure that all files can be read. Do NOT save unnecessary files/folders and do NOT hand in duplicate answer files/folders. Do NOT delete any original files that you did not work on.
  5. The information sheet that has been provided with the question paper MUST BE COMPLETED AFTER THE THREE-HOUR EXAMINATION SESSION. Hand it to the invigilator at the end of the examination.
  6. A copy of the master files will be available from the invigilator. Should there be any problems with a file, you may request another copy from the invigilator.
  7. This question paper consists of SEVEN questions. Answer ALL the questions.
  8. Read through each question before answering or solving the problem. Do NOT do more than is required by the question.
  9. Ensure that you save each document using the file name given in the question paper. Save your work regularly as a precaution against possible power failures.
  10. You may NOT use any resource material.
  11. Accuracy will be taken into account.
  12. Ensure that the regional settings are set to South Africa and date and time settings, number settings and currency settings are correctly set.
  13. In all questions involving word processing, you should set the language to English (South Africa). The paper size is assumed to be A4 Portrait, unless instructed otherwise. Use centimetres as the unit of measurement. Computer Applications Technology/P1 3 DBE/2
  14. Ensure that the Developer Tab and the Ruler are activated.

May/June 2022 Paper 2

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2022 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2022 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 17 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the 10 marks
  2. Q2 Matching ItemsChoose a term/concept from COLUMN B that matches the description in COLUMN A. 10 marks
  3. Q3 True/False ItemsIndicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Write 'true' or 'false' next 5 marks
  4. Q4 Systems Technologies4.1 Discuss the concept of communication in the information processing cycle. (1) 25 marks
  5. Q5 Internet and Network Technologies5.1 Name a type of internet connection you would recommend for a school AND 15 marks
  6. Q6 Information Management6.1 Complete the table below to indicate whether each question is suitable or 10 marks
  7. Q7 Social Implications7.1 Give an example of a product that is considered to be intellectual property. (1) 10 marks
  8. Q8 Solution Development8.1 What is the purpose of using a bookmark in a word processing document? (1) 15 marks
  9. Q9 Integrated ScenarioThe Representative Council of Learners (RCL) of your school plans to host a talent 25 marks
  10. Q10 Integrated ScenarioAn educational organisation offers online lessons and distance learning. The 25 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of:

CAT Grade 12 Term 2 2021 question papers and memos

May/June 2021 Paper 1

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2021 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2021 Paper 1 question paper

180 marks · 3 hours · 18 pages · 7 questions

What is in this paper (7 questions)
  1. Q1 Word ProcessingOpen the 1Review word processing document, which contains information about the 30 marks
  2. Q2 Word ProcessingOpen the 2History word processing document which contains the interesting history of 20 marks
  3. Q3 Spreadsheet Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 25 marks
  4. Q4 Spreadsheet Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 25 marks
  5. Q5 DatabaseA database containing the details of individuals that volunteer their services was 40 marks
  6. Q6 Web Design (Html)You may NOT use a word processing program such as Word to answer the 20 marks
  7. Q7 GeneralVarious lists and statistics are required to make informed decisions. 20 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Owing to the nature of this practical examination, it is important to note that, even if you complete the examination early, you will NOT be permitted to leave the examination room until all the administrative functions associated with the examination have bee
  2. If you are working on the network, or the data files have been preloaded, you must follow the instructions provided by the invigilator/educator. Alternatively, the invigilator will give you a CD/DVD/flash drive containing all the files needed for the examinati
  3. At the end of the examination, you must hand in the CD/DVD/flash drive given to you by the invigilator with ALL your answer files saved onto the CD/DVD/flash drive, OR you should make sure that ALL the answer files are saved on the network/computer as explaine
  4. Make absolutely sure that all files can be read. Do NOT save unnecessary files/folders and do NOT hand in duplicate answer files/folders. Do NOT delete any original files that you did not work on.
  5. The information sheet that has been provided with the question paper MUST BE COMPLETED AFTER THE THREE-HOUR EXAMINATION SESSION. Hand it to the invigilator at the end of the examination.
  6. A copy of the master files will be available from the invigilator. Should there be any problems with a file, you may request another copy from the invigilator.
  7. This question paper consists of SEVEN questions. Answer ALL the questions.
  8. Read through each question before answering or solving the problem. Do NOT do more than is required by the question.
  9. Read the question carefully as accuracy will be taken into account.
  10. Ensure that you save each document using the file name given in the question paper. Save your work at regular intervals as a precaution against possible power failures.
  11. You may NOT use any resource material.
  12. Ensure that the regional settings are set to South Africa and that date and time settings, number settings and currency settings are correctly set. Computer Applications Technology/P1 3 DBE/2021 SC/NSC
  13. In all questions involving word processing, you should set the language to English (South Africa). The paper size is assumed to be A4 Portrait, unless instructed otherwise. Use centimetres as the unit of measurement.
  14. Formulae and/or functions must be used for ALL calculations in questions involving spreadsheets. Use absolute cell references only where necessary to ensure that formulae are correct when you copy them to other cells in a spreadsheet. NOTE: All formulae and/or

May/June 2021 Paper 2

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2021 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2021 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 17 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the 10 marks
  2. Q2 Matching ItemsChoose a term/concept from COLUMN B that matches a description in COLUMN A. 10 marks
  3. Q3 True/False ItemsIndicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Choose the 5 marks
  4. Q4 Systems Technologies4.1 A SOHO computer user must choose computer hardware and software for his 25 marks
  5. Q5 Internet and Network Technologies5.1 State TWO advantages of grid computing. (2) 15 marks
  6. Q6 Information Management6.1 Explain TWO ways in which a teacher can find out whether learners are guilty 10 marks
  7. Q7 Social Implications7.1 Define the concept of social engineering. (2) 10 marks
  8. Q8 Solution Development8.1 Give TWO different methods to set the indents in a word processing 15 marks
  9. Q9 The Covid-19 pandemic necessitated health screening at the entrances to all public 25 marks
  10. Q10 The various Covid-19 protocols that were imposed by the government to restrict the 25 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of:

CAT Grade 12 Term 2 2019 question papers and memos

May/June 2019 Paper 1

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2019 Paper 1 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2019 Paper 1 question paper

180 marks · 3 hours · 16 pages · 7 questions

What is in this paper (7 questions)
  1. Q1 Word ProcessingOpen the 1Street word processing document about street art and insert your 30 marks
  2. Q2 Word ProcessingOpen the 2Donations word processing document that contains information about 20 marks
  3. Q3 Spreadsheet Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 30 marks
  4. Q4 Spreadsheet Use formulae and/or functions for ALL calculations in the spreadsheet. 21 marks
  5. Q5 DatabaseOpen the 5Gallery database, which contains details of galleries and exhibits. 40 marks
  6. Q6 Web Design (Html)A website was created to display the top five street artworks. 20 marks
  7. Q7 GeneralSome documents regarding street art need to be completed. 19 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Owing to the nature of this practical examination, it is important to note that, even if you complete the examination early, you will NOT be permitted to leave the examination room until all the administrative functions associated with the examination have bee
  2. If you are working on the network, or the data files have been preloaded, you must follow the instructions provided by the invigilator/teacher. Alternatively, the invigilator will give you a CD/DVD/flash drive containing all the files needed for the examinatio
  3. At the end of the examination, you must hand in the CD/DVD/flash drive given to you by the invigilator with ALL your answer files saved onto the CD/DVD/flash drive, OR you should make sure that ALL the answer files are saved on the network/computer as explaine
  4. Make absolutely sure that ALL files can be read. Do NOT save unnecessary files/folders and do NOT hand in duplicate answer files/folders. Do NOT delete any original files that you did not work on.
  5. The information sheet that has been provided with the question paper MUST BE COMPLETED AFTER THE THREE-HOUR EXAMINATION SESSION. Hand it to the invigilator at the end of the examination.
  6. A copy of the master files will be available from the invigilator. Should there be any problems with a file, you may request another copy from the invigilator.
  7. This question paper consists of SEVEN questions. Answer ALL the questions.
  8. Read through each question before answering or solving the problem. Do NOT do more than is required by the question.
  9. Ensure that you save each document using the file name given in the question paper. Save your work at regular intervals as a precaution against possible power failures.
  10. You may NOT use any resource material.
  11. Accuracy will be taken into account, e.g. if a question requires the answer to be in cell F3 in a spreadsheet, and you enter the answer in cell G4, it will NOT be marked.
  12. Ensure that the regional settings are set to South Africa and date and time settings, number settings and currency settings are correctly set. Computer Applications Technology/P1 3 DBE/2019 SC/NSC
  13. In all questions involving word processing, you should set the language to English (South Africa). The paper size is assumed to be A4 Portrait, unless instructed otherwise. Use centimetres as the unit of measurement.
  14. Formulae and/or functions must be used for ALL calculations in questions involving spreadsheets. Use absolute cell references only where necessary to ensure that formulae are correct when you copy them to other cells in a spreadsheet. NOTE: All formulae and/or

May/June 2019 Paper 2

CAT Grade 12 May/June 2019 Paper 2 question paper, first page of questions
CAT Grade 12 May/June 2019 Paper 2 question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 16 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the 10 marks
  2. Q2 Matching ItemsChoose a term/concept from COLUMN B that matches a description in COLUMN A. 10 marks
  3. Q3 True/False ItemsIndicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Choose the 5 marks
  4. Q4 Systems Technologies4.1 Name TWO types of users who would find the performance of a standard 25 marks
  5. Q5 Internet and Network Technologies5.1 Many schools or businesses connect computers in a LAN. 15 marks
  6. Q6 Information Management6.1 State TWO ways in which to find information if you do not have access to the 10 marks
  7. Q7 Social Implications7.1 Employers should implement a policy to buy only ergonomically designed 10 marks
  8. Q8 Solution Development8.1 Which feature of a word processor can be used to mark specific places in a 15 marks
  9. Q9 Your school would like to start a learner academic support programme that uses ICTs. 25 marks
  10. Q10 Integrated ScenarioA school club called TADA (Teenagers Against Drug Abuse) wants to use ICTs in their 25 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of:

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