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Students of Kakao secondary school intend to undertake a field study of Olkaria I geothermal
power generating project. Answer the following questions;
(i) State three objectives they would write down for the field study
(ii) List three preparations they would undertake before the actual field study

Answer Text:
i) - To find out the various ways in which the power plant benefits the surrounding
communities
- To discover the amount of power generated by the plant
- To find out the problem facing geothermal power generation in Kenya
- To find out the power generation potential of the rift valley area
b ii) – Formulate objectives before actual field study
- Write to Kengen to seek permission to visit Olkaria
- Collect all the necessary writing materials
- Conduct a reconnaissance to the site
- Prepare a questionnaire for use on the day of study
- Prepare a working schedule