POST UTME AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1963 Republican Convention in the United States was a significant event in American politics. What was the primary outcome of the convention?
A. The nomination of Barry Goldwater as the Republican presidential candidate
B. The nomination of Nelson Rockefeller as the Republican presidential candidate
C. The adoption of a new Republican platform
D. The election of a new Republican national chairman
Question 2
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of Power
B. Executive Overreach
C. Judicial Overreach
D. Legislative Overreach
Question 3
What is the main advantage of using the decimal system in mathematics?
A. It makes calculations easier and faster
B. It allows for more precise calculations
C. It simplifies the representation of large numbers
D. It reduces the risk of errors in calculations
Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a federal system of government. What is the primary characteristic of a federal system of government?
A. A strong central government with limited powers
B. A weak central government with extensive powers
C. A decentralized system of government with powers divided between the federal and state governments
D. A unitary system of government with all powers concentrated in the central government
Question 5
A firm's production function is given by Q = 2L^0.5K^0.5. If the firm's output is 16 units and the number of workers (L) is 4, what is the value of the capital stock (K)?
A. 4
B. 16
C. 64
D. 256
Question 6
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes individualism
B. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes collectivism
C. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes individual rights
D. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes collective rights
Question 7
A government in Nigeria is considering the implementation of a new policy to address the issue of corruption. What is the primary goal of the policy?
A. To reduce the level of corruption in the government
B. To increase the level of transparency in government transactions
C. To improve the efficiency of government services
D. To reduce the level of poverty in the country
Question 8
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. If the circuit is connected to a power source of 12V, what is the current flowing through the circuit?
A. 0.5A
B. 1A
C. 2A
D. 4A
Question 9
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of community
B. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of individualism
C. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of collectivism
D. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of individual rights
Question 10
A researcher is conducting a study on the effects of social media on mental health in Nigeria. What type of data collection method would be most appropriate for this study?
A. Surveys
B. Interviews
C. Observations
D. Experiments
Question 11
The concept of 'jihad' is often misunderstood in the Western world. What is the primary difference between 'jihad' and 'holy war'?
A. Jihad is a personal struggle, while holy war is a collective effort
B. Jihad is a collective effort, while holy war is a personal struggle
C. Jihad is a spiritual struggle, while holy war is a physical struggle
D. Jihad is a physical struggle, while holy war is a spiritual struggle
Question 12
What is the primary function of the Federal Character Commission in Nigeria?
A. To promote national unity and integration
B. To ensure equal representation of all states in federal appointments
C. To promote economic development in all regions
D. To promote cultural exchange between states
Question 13
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy and emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. What does the term 'ubuntu' literally mean in the Zulu language?
A. I am because we are
B. We are because I am
C. I am because I am strong
D. We are because we are weak
Question 14
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the creation of a National Assembly, which is the legislative arm of government. What is the primary function of the National Assembly?
A. To make laws for the peace, order, and good government of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President of Nigeria
C. To serve as the highest court of appeal in Nigeria
D. To oversee the implementation of government policies
Question 15
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
A. To promote economic integration among West African countries
B. To provide a common currency for West African countries
C. To promote political unity among West African countries
D. To promote cultural exchange among West African countries

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