POST UTME ABU 2024 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Parliamentarism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in which of the following international agreements?
A. Rio Declaration
B. Paris Agreement
Correct C. United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED)
D. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
The Nigerian government has established the following environmental protection agency to oversee the implementation of environmental policies:
A. Federal Ministry of Environment
Correct B. National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA)
C. Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF)
D. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The concept of 'climate justice' was first introduced in which of the following international agreements?
Correct A. Paris Agreement
B. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
C. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)
D. Rio Declaration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the establishment of which of the following institutions to promote the welfare of the people?
Correct A. National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
B. National Population Commission (NPC)
C. National Council on Privatization (NCP)
D. National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy (NEEDS)

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
Correct A. To promote free movement of people and goods within the region
B. To establish a common currency for all member states
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To promote cultural exchange and cooperation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A researcher is conducting a study on the impact of climate change on agriculture in Nigeria. The researcher uses a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods to collect data. Which of the following is a strength of this research design?
Correct A. It allows for the collection of both numerical and non-numerical data
B. It enables the researcher to identify causal relationships between variables
C. It allows for the generalization of findings to the larger population
D. It enables the researcher to identify the most important factors affecting the outcome variable

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
A company is considering investing in a new project that has a high potential for returns but also carries a high level of risk. Which of the following is a key consideration for the company?
A. The potential returns on investment
Correct B. The level of risk associated with the project
C. The potential impact on the environment
D. The potential impact on the company's reputation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
A researcher is conducting a study on the impact of social media on mental health in Nigeria. The researcher uses a survey to collect data from a sample of 1000 participants. Which of the following is a limitation of this research design?
A. It allows for the collection of data from a large sample size
B. It enables the researcher to identify causal relationships between variables
C. It allows for the generalization of findings to the larger population
Correct D. It is prone to bias and error due to the self-reporting nature of the data

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
A company is considering investing in a new project that has a high potential for returns but also carries a high level of risk. Which of the following is a key consideration for the company?
A. The potential returns on investment
Correct B. The level of risk associated with the project
C. The potential impact on the environment
D. The potential impact on the company's reputation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The 2023 Nigerian general election was notable for the introduction of a new voting system. Which of the following best describes the new system?
A. Open Ballot System
Correct B. Electronic Voting System
C. Paper Ballot System
D. Direct Voting System

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
A recent study on the effects of climate change in Nigeria found that the country's average temperature has increased by 1.5°C over the past decade. What is the likely impact of this increase on the country's agricultural sector?
A. Increased crop yields
Correct B. Decreased crop yields
C. No impact on crop yields
D. Increased crop diversity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
A company has a budget of ₦1,000,000 to spend on advertising. If the cost of each advertisement is ₦50,000, how many advertisements can the company afford to run?
A. 10
B. 20
C. 30
D. 40

Correct Answer: 20

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Question 14
A researcher is studying the effects of social media on mental health. Which of the following is a potential confounding variable in this study?
A. Age
B. Income
C. Education level
Correct D. Social media usage

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a potential return on investment (ROI) of 15%. If the company's cost of capital is 10%, should they invest in the project?
Correct A. Yes
B. No
C. Maybe
D. Depends on other factors

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The concept of climate change is closely related to which of the following environmental issues?
A. Deforestation
B. Pollution
Correct C. Biodiversity loss
D. Soil erosion

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The 1960s and 1970s saw a surge in the activities of the following Nigerian nationalist group?
A. The Egba Union
Correct B. The Egba Nationalist Movement
C. The Egba Liberation Front
D. The Egba Patriotic Front

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The following is a major consequence of the 1966 military coup in Nigeria?
A. The country's economy was severely affected
Correct B. The military took control of the government
C. The country's education system was overhauled
D. The country's infrastructure was severely damaged

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The following is a key feature of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria?
Correct A. It established a presidential system of government
B. It introduced a federal system of government
C. It provided for the creation of state and local governments
D. It established a parliamentary system of government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The following is a major challenge facing the Nigerian education system?
A. Inadequate funding
B. Inadequate infrastructure
C. Inadequate teacher training
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
In the context of climate change, what is the primary cause of the increase in global temperatures?
A. Deforestation
Correct B. Industrialization
C. Population growth
D. Agricultural practices

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
Correct A. ( x = -1.5 )
B. ( x = 1.5 )
C. ( x = -3 )
D. ( x = 2 )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
What is the main difference between a vector and a scalar?
Correct A. A vector has both magnitude and direction, while a scalar has only magnitude.
B. A vector has only magnitude, while a scalar has both magnitude and direction.
C. A vector is a quantity with only magnitude, while a scalar is a quantity with both magnitude and direction.
D. A vector is a quantity with both magnitude and direction, while a scalar is a quantity with only magnitude.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the main difference between the First Republic and the Second Republic?
A. The First Republic was a federal system, while the Second Republic was a unitary system.
Correct B. The First Republic was a unitary system, while the Second Republic was a federal system.
C. The First Republic had a parliamentary system, while the Second Republic had a presidential system.
D. The First Republic had a presidential system, while the Second Republic had a parliamentary system.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
What is the main theme of Wole Soyinka's play 'Death and the King's Horseman'?
A. The struggle for independence in Nigeria.
Correct B. The conflict between tradition and modernity.
C. The importance of cultural heritage.
D. The role of the king in traditional Yoruba society.

Correct Answer: B

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