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QUESTION 2 4

QUESTION 3 6

QUESTION 6 9

QUESTION 7 12

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OUMH1203Question 1

Motor vehicle theft is an issue that becomes a problem for all motorists. These

causes a variety of methods are used by vehicle owners to ensure their vehicles are safe to

be left either at home or while at work. Therefore, many studies have been done to ensure

that motor vehicle theft can be addressed by authorities such as police and motorists as

well.

The graph shows the statistics of stolen motor vehicles in Malaysia from 1980 to

2010. These statistics are the results for 30 years on the issue of vehicle theft. Based on

the graph shown, two vehicles were involved in this study, namely motorcycles and

private cars. Based on the graph provided, vehicle theft increased in the past 30 years.

Between motorcycles and private cars, vehicle theft happens to the motorcycle owners

more than private cars owner.

In the first 10 years of research from 1980 to 1990, vehicle theft statistics are low

and flat. This means that the theft of the vehicle during the period was less under 20,000

cases. If a comparison is made between motorcycles and private cars, motorcycle theft is

a little more than private cars. The number of cases peaked at 20,000 cases between 1985

and 1987 contributed by many motorcycle thefts in the period. Theft of private cars

should be low in the first 10 years with less than 10,000 cases.

Studies in the second period of 10 years between 1990 and 2000 showed an

increase of motor vehicle theft. Motorcycle theft increased slightly between 1990 and

1995 compared with private car theft. Increase in vehicle thefts rose sharply between

1995 and 2000 with the number of cases reached 60,000 cases recorded. The total

increase in cases was due to the increasing number of motorcycle theft in the same period

reaching 40,000 cases. The second periods of 10 years studies indicate that theft of

private cars is under control same like the first 10 years studies. The number of cases is

only around 10,000 cases. Comparison between the theft of motorcycles and private cars

during this period was significantly different with the theft of motorcycles have increased

30,000 cases in the second period of research.

Research in the last 10 years between 2000 and 2010 show the flow of a

substantial increase in the number of motor vehicle theft. This can be seen in the theft of

private cars. In the first 20 years of research showing car theft is only about 10,000 cases,

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OUMH1203but for the last 10 years of case studies it increase to 20,000 cases. From the year 2000 to

2004, a minor increase can be seen in the theft of motorcycles and private cars. A sharp

rise in cases involving theft of motorcycles can be seen from the year 2004 to 2006.

Cases increased by 200%, from 40,000 cases in 2000 to 120,000 cases in 2006. The total

number of vehicle theft cases also rose sharply to nearly 16,000 cases. From 2006 to

2010, a decrease in theft cases can be seen at a slower rate. This may be due to the action

and prevention programs that have been made by the authorities to reduce vehicle theft.

Motorists also have taken strict security measures to protect their vehicles.

Based on a research made in 30 years on the theft of vehicles, some suggestions

for security measures can be taken by vehicle owners to ensure their vehicles are safe.

Security measures can be taken by the owner of the motorcycle is like putting a

motorcycle in designated places, to make sure bike is locked, use the key and additional

chain, put the motorcycle in a bright and conspicuous place or engrave the registration

number at the important parts of the motorcycle. For private car owners, some security

measures can be recommended to prevent theft. Among the proposals is to ensure that the

alarm system to function properly, use the additional keys on the steering wheel, gear,

wheels and clutch, make sure the car is locked and engraving car registration numbers on

the car mirror (sand blasting). All proposals that have been raised to help vehicle owners

to ensure their vehicle are safe from theft.

( 696 words )

References

Assoc Prof Dr Alias Mohd Yatim, Assoc prof Hazidi Abdul Hamid, Mohd Helmi Abdul

Rahim & Teo Hui Thian. (2002) OUMH1203 English For Written Communication.

Kuala Lumpur. OUM.

Internet References

http://nsembilan.uitm.edu.my/V2/images/stories/keselamatan/akta6.pdf

http://www.rmp.gov.my/

http://portal.jpj.gov.my/

http://zoommalaysiaku.com/panduan-pencegahan-jenayah-kecurian-kenderaan

http://www.pemandu.gov.my/gtp/upload/ab484046-36eb-4135-8aae-67a305e100fa.pdf

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OUMH1203Question 2

Environmental pollution is a serious issue at present. This is because

contamination that happening now has caused the earth to heat and causing the

greenhouse effect. In addition, environmental degradation will cause harm to humankind.

Environmental pollution caused by various types of pollution such as water pollution, air

pollution, noise pollution, chemical pollution, thermal pollution and others. All pollution

is usually caused by factories located in industrial areas. However, this contamination

was not felt by the locals as the industrial areas located far away from residential areas.

An international company is planning to build a factory near my neighborhood.

Construction of this plant is believed to be harmful to the environment. It will pollute the

environment with thermal pollution, chemical pollution, air pollution and noise pollution.

Therefore, I do not support the construction of the plant to be built near my

neighborhood. I really hope the people in my neighborhood would support the view that I

provide. This is due to the effects of pollution that we'll face in the future if the plant is

built near our home. Air pollution will cause residents in the vicinity of the disease

related to respiratory tract. Noise will be disturbing the peace of our daily life. No more

quiet and peaceful situation. Chemical pollution will cause the population exposed to the

defects and genetic damage and thermal pollution will result in our neighborhood hot.

Although the plant has not been built, I can feel that we will deal with these problems.

However, I am not against development in our neighborhood. Many other

opinions stating the advantages of the factory construction. Among the benefits that can

be enjoyed by local residents are jobs. Construction of this plant will create many job

opportunities. Young people seeking employment can apply for jobs when the plant was

completed later. In addition, the construction of the plant will be the main factor that will

develop the surrounding area. Perhaps many public facilities that will be built parallel to

the construction of the plant and will develop this area. Other opinion also states that the

construction of this plant will be able to generate more income for the people of the

surrounding area. For those who does business like retail stores and food stores, their

customers will be increasing. Other types of businesses will increase a lot to

accommodate increasing demand.

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OUMH1203Although there are advantages from the construction of this plant, I am stand with

the opinion that this plant should not be built in the area near our house. This is because

the dangers of pollution that will occur are high and will have an adverse effect on us all.

Existing evidence indicates a danger to us if a plant is too close to residential areas.

Studies in the United States (United States Environmental Protection Agency) shows

40% of water pollution caused rivers, lakes and other water flow area contaminated and

cannot be used for basic use such as drinking. In addition, studies in Malaysia about air

pollution states that residential areas near the plant population at high risk of respiratory

illnesses by 20% (Department of Environment, Malaysia). Thermal pollution is released

into the water causing the water temperature rises and causes the plants and animals died.

Certain species of plants and animals will overgrowth. In addition, it will reduce the

amount of oxygen in the water.

In conclusion, planning to build a plant adjacent to our residential area provides a

lot of harm than good. Imagine what the adverse effects that we'll face in the future. Do

we all want it to happen? I hope the residents of this neighborhood can support my

opinion and do not support the construction of the factory.

( 617 words )

References

Assoc Prof Dr Alias Mohd Yatim, Assoc prof Hazidi Abdul Hamid, Mohd Helmi Abdul

Rahim & Teo Hui Thian. (2002) OUMH1203 English For Written Communication.

Kuala Lumpur. OUM.

Internet References

http://fastessay.co.uk/essay/pe8/dl/pollution-caused-by-factories-in-persuasive-essay.html

http://www.academon.com/argumentative-essay/air-pollution-99670/

http://eslbee.com/persuasion_essays_models.htm

http://greenliving.nationalgeographic.com/factories-pollution-other-causes-global-

warming-2551.html

http://www.articleclick.com/Article/Pollution-Caused-By-Factories/3232

http://www.pollutionpollution.com/2012/05/factory-pollution.html

http://www.doe.gov.my/portal/

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OUMH1203Question 3

Plagiarism has become an issue of growing concern across universities in

Malaysia and internationally. According to the Bioassess website, one of the primary

reasons for the rapid growth in plagiarism as an issue is that students have increasingly

ready access to downloadable information from the Internet. At the same time, students'

time in class and on campus has tended to decline and they are constantly searching for

efficient ways to complete assignments and assessment tasks. So, every student whether

in the secondary school or universities will have to look for information as fast as they

can so they can finish their assignment in a short of time.

Plagiarism can be defined in many forms. According to the Bioasses website,

some of the more common forms are listed below, however it should be noted that

definitions of plagiarism vary somewhat across the disciplines in accordance with

differences in knowledge, authorship conventions and traditions.

Cheating in an exam either by copying from other students or using unauthorised

notes or other aids.

Submitting, as one's own, an assignment that another person has completed.

Downloading information, text, computer code, artwork, graphics or other

material from the Internet and presenting it as one's own without

acknowledgment.

Quoting or paraphrasing material from a source without acknowledgment.

Preparing a correctly cited and referenced assignment from individual research

and then handing part or all of that work in twice for separate subjects/marks.

So, why students plagiarize? They are many reasons why student plagiarize. The

most common reason is lack of research skills. Many students do not know how to search

using library catalogue, search database, journal articles or any other resources. So, the

universities or school must teach their student the skill to search for information by using

any resources. Student also have problem to evaluate internet sources. That means

student do not know how to evaluate the internet source so it can make a bad impact to

student research and their writing skills. Student always confuse about terminology.

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OUMH1203Terminology is the study of terms and their use according to the Wikipedia. This

compounds their confusion and anxiety. Many do not understand the difference between

a report and an essay, between exposition and argumentation and many other form of

work.

Another problem is student careless in note taking. Many students plagiarize

while doing preliminary research. During the note taking phase paraphrased material and

directly quoted material can easily be mixed up if students aren't careful. At a later date

when students begin writing their essay they may no longer be able to distinguish what

material is theirs and what material came from their sources. In addition, the student may

have written incomplete or incorrect bibliographic information and cannot locate the

source they quoted to ensure that they have not plagiarized. Lastly, student get confuse

about how to properly cite sources. The lack of consistency among the different style

guides compounds the problems that students experience when citing sources.

So, now we know why student plagiarize. The bad things about plagiarism are it

not fair to the original writer for the sources. Their hard work to make a new idea,

research or production is not credit to them. Other people use their work like their own

idea and present the idea as a new presentation. So, that’s why plagiarism is a theft work.

They take the idea without permission and claim it as their own work.

So, in my opinion plagiarism is a bad thing to do. If we take other people work,

we must credit the work to their original writer or publisher. So, learn how to appreciate

other people work by learning to citation the source or give credit to the original writer or

publisher.

(623 words)References

Assoc Prof Dr Alias Mohd Yatim, Assoc prof Hazidi Abdul Hamid, Mohd Helmi Abdul

Rahim & Teo Hui Thian. (2002) OUMH1203 English For Written Communication.

Kuala Lumpur. OUM.

Internet References

http://www.bioassess.edu.au/key-issues/addressing-plagiarism-issues

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OUMH1203http://www.plagiarism.org/

http://www.writing.northwestern.edu/avoiding_plagiarism.html

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/589/01/

http://guides.library.ualberta.ca/content.php?pid=62200&sid=457651

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminology

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OUMH1203Question 6

The Construction of Bicycle Lane in Taman Rapat Jaya, Ipoh

Date: 1st April 2012

Organizer: Committee of Taman Rapat Jaya, Ipoh.

1.0 This proposal paper is prepared for applying the construction of bicycle lane in

Taman Rapat Jaya, Ipoh.

2.0 Introduction

It is well known that cycling is a good way to exercise our body instead of jogging or any

other fitness exercise. Cycling also is a low cost transport and friendly environmental

because by cycling they are no traffic jammed and noise pollution. Cycling is good for

your health and fitness. People who cycle regularly everyday will live longer and can

reduces the risk of serious condition such as heart disease, obesity and high blood

pressure. Meanwhile, cycling can help to maintain strength and coordination. Getting on

your bike regularly is not only gets you where you want to go faster than a car; it protects

you against a wide range of ill health and also makes you feel better.

3.0 Mission

To promote and develop cycling in Taman Rapat Jaya as a safer, convenient, low cost

and environmentally friendly mode of transport, for leisure and other short trip and

increase opportunity for more people to choose cycling. If we have a bicycle lanes, the

cyclist will impress and more confident to cycle and this can be attract the others people

near Taman Rapat Jaya to cycle and beside that can be less fuel cost and less air

pollution.

4.0 Objectives

The reason to construct bicycle lanes in my housing area is to avoid an accident. So, the

cyclist who wants to cycle can do so without getting harm. The construction of bicycles

lanes would be able to:

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OUMH1203a.) achieve the Taman Rapat Jaya committee objectives, making cycling more

pleasant for leisure. Cycling is an ideal alternative mode of transport to the car for

short journeys.

b.) increase safety for cyclists on the housing area lanes and giving them no reasons

for not to cycle because of personal safety.

c.) educate people to the advantages of cycling, promoting a better image for the

cycle and making the public and individuals aware of the benefits of cycling.

d.) promote to the others society how cycling is good and better for health and

fitness.

e.) convince the parents for encourage their children’s to cycling.

5.0 Target

To make Taman Rapat Jaya as a safer place for bicyclist ride, convenient,

environmentally friendly mode of transport, low cost, convince the parents to encourage

their children to cycle and make the society choose cycling as the way to make the

healthy life. By having the bicycle lane in the housing area, the other people that do not

involve in the cycling activities will try to fit in the cycling communities and it can

become the activities to unite the communities.

6.0 Date Of Proposed Construction

Date : June 2012 – July 2012

Venue : Taman Rapat Jaya, Ipoh

7.0 Target Groups

Children ( 6 – 12 years old )

Teenagers ( 13 – 18 years old )

Adults ( 19 years old and above )

8.0 Closed

The committee of Taman Rapat Jaya, Ipoh hope that this proposal papers can be

considered to construct bicycle lanes in Taman Rapat Jaya, Ipoh.

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OUMH1203 ( 534 words )

References

Assoc Prof Dr Alias Mohd Yatim, Assoc prof Hazidi Abdul Hamid, Mohd Helmi Abdul

Rahim & Teo Hui Thian. (2002) OUMH1203 English For Written Communication.

Kuala Lumpur. OUM.

Internet References

http://www.presto-cycling.eu/images/factsheets/presto%20infrastructure%20fact

%20sheet%20on%20cycle%20lanes.pdf

http://www.campo-nc.us/BPSG/docs/NCDOT_on_Bike_Lanes.pdf

http://www.sa.gov.au/subject/Transport,+travel+and+motoring/Motoring/

Roads+and+traffic/Traffic+control/Bicycle+lanes

http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/facilities-bikelanes.cfm

http://bicyclelane.com/

http://www.add.devry.edu/PDFs/Proposal_Guide.pdf

Question 7

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OUMH1203

Driving licence is an official document which states that a person can operate a

motor vehicle such as a motorcycle and car on the road. A license is issued after the

recipient has gone through a different step and procedure before passing a driving test.

There are different classes of license for different types of vehicles. All drivers in the

world must have valid driving licence before being permitted to drive on the road and in

Malaysia, driving licence holders are subject to all traffic rules stated in the Malaysian

Road Transportation Act 1987.

Malaysian citizen who have reached the age of 16 and above can obtain a B2

class license for motorcycle or 17 year for D class license for car. Those wanting to get

an E license (lorry) must be 21 years or above. First of all, all drivers candidate must

have L license to learning how to drive. L is stand for Learners Driving License. To get

the L license, all drivers candidate must attend law course classes. This class is

compulsory. After attending this course, the candidate must register to take theory or law

test by using computer. The pass mark for this test is 42 from 50 questions. If the

candidate fails the test, they must register again to repeat the test. All passer candidates

must take theory and practical course class. In this class, candidate must attend it for 6

hours. This class also compulsory. In this class, 3 hours is devoted to talk on how to

maintain a good car condition. Aspects on how the JPJ conducts its test is also touch

upon in this section. The next 3 hours is a practical lesson conducted by your instructor.

Normally, you will instruct on car maintenance, namely how to maintain well, things like

the radiator, battery, brake fluid, engine oil, fan and air-con belts including also air

pressure of the tyres .After this class, all drivers candidate must have gain more

knowledge about the vehicles. The L license will be issue after a week.

L license ( learner driving license) enables driver candidate to begin taking

driving lessons. For car learner, they will take 10 hour lesson while motorcycle learner

will take 6 hour lesson. Driving School Instructors will teach how to drive a car and sit

beside the learner. A compact car such as Perodua Kancils and Viva use to learn how to

drive due to its small size and low petrol consumption and how to undergo stringent

Puspakom test periodically before being allowed on the road. For motorcycle learner,

they normally use Honda EX5 motorcycle. To learn how to drive a car, the instructor will

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OUMH1203instruct learner on slope climbing, side parking techniques and 3-Point turn maneuvers

and drive on public road. If the learner still not confidence to drive, they will be advice to

take extra lesson until their master the skill.

Eventually, after the above three have been taught, the instructor will finally go

on to show one or maybe two (even three) test routes to be taken during the test by the

Road Transport Department (JPJ) personnel. Before JPJ personnel testers, all learners

must undergo a Q.T.I or pre-test conducted a few days earlier. These tests are conducted

internally by the Driving School experienced personnel. Those test are intended to

ascertain that students have indeed achieve a certain standard of proficiencies with the

relevant sections (Section I – Slope / Parking / 3 Point Turn) and section II (Route Test).

Completion of the Q.T.I exam means that learners are now prepared to take JPJ test.

The test will be conducted at the driving school where the learner training.

The only difference is the test will be conducted all by the testers and personnel of the

JPJ. Results will be issued to the learner instantly. If learner fails either part of the test,

they must have to re-take the test. For passer learner, the will get their P license

( Probation Driving License ) that issue by JPJ. This P license will be use for 2 years

before drivers get full license or Competent Driver License. This is how to get a driving

license in Malaysia.

( 695 words )

References

Assoc Prof Dr Alias Mohd Yatim, Assoc prof Hazidi Abdul Hamid, Mohd Helmi Abdul

Rahim & Teo Hui Thian. (2002) OUMH1203 English For Written Communication.

Kuala Lumpur. OUM.

Internet References

http://blogsekolahmemandu.wordpress.com/2010/08/31/langkah-langkah-untuk-

mendapatkan-lesen-memandu/

http://portal.jpj.gov.my/

http://pmr.penerangan.gov.my/index.php/isu-nasional/220-perlesenan-dan-undang-

undang/6277-lesen-memandu-di-malaysia.html

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OUMH1203http://driving-school.com.my/lesen-memandu/langkah-langkah-untuk-mendapat-lesen-

memandu-malaysia/

http://pemanduanberhemat.blogspot.com/2011/07/ketahui-bagaimana-anda-memdapat-

lesen.html

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