POST UTME BOWEN UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Kainji Dam is located on the River Niger in which state?
A. Kogi State
B. Niger State
C. Kaduna State
D. Sokoto State
Question 2
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has a total of 15 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. Promote economic integration
B. Promote political integration
C. Promote social integration
D. Promote environmental protection
Question 3
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to reduce carbon emissions. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this policy?
A. Increased use of renewable energy sources
B. Reduced economic growth
C. Increased energy costs for consumers
D. Improved air quality
Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established a system of government that is based on the principles of democracy. What is the main characteristic of a democratic system of government?
A. A system of government where power is held by a small group of people
B. A system of government where power is held by the people
C. A system of government where power is held by the state
D. A system of government where power is held by the monarch
Question 5
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a particular species of bird. The researcher collects data on the population size of the bird over a period of 10 years. The data shows that the population size is decreasing at a rate of 5% per year. What is the expected population size of the bird after 5 years?
A. 50
B. 60
C. 70
D. 80
Question 6
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a particular species of bird. The researcher collects data on the population size of the bird over a period of 10 years. The data shows that the population size is decreasing at a rate of 5% per year. What is the expected population size of the bird after 5 years?
A. 50
B. 60
C. 70
D. 80
Question 7
The concept of 'jollof rice' is a key aspect of what West African cuisine?
A. Jollof rice
B. Fufu
C. Suya
D. Akara
Question 8
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established a system of government that is based on the principles of democracy. What is the main characteristic of a democratic system of government?
A. A system of government where power is held by a small group of people
B. A system of government where power is held by the people
C. A system of government where power is held by the state
D. A system of government where power is held by the monarch
Question 9
The Oyo Empire was a powerful empire in what region of Nigeria?
A. North
B. South
C. West
D. East
Question 10
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central tenet of African philosophy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all people. 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
D. We are because we are
Question 11
A company is considering investing in a new project in Nigeria. The project requires an initial investment of ₦1.5 billion and is expected to generate a profit of ₦2.5 billion per year for 5 years. What is the net present value of the project?
A. ₦12.5 billion
B. ₦10 billion
C. ₦15 billion
D. ₦20 billion
Question 12
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) has a total of 13 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of OPEC?
A. Promote oil production
B. Promote oil consumption
C. Promote oil prices
D. Promote environmental protection
Question 13
The concept of 'ubuntu' is associated with which of the following African cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Zulu
D. Hausa
Question 14
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the Niger Delta region. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change in this region?
A. Increased flooding
B. Reduced biodiversity
C. Increased soil erosion
D. Improved water quality
Question 15
A company has a total of 1000 shares outstanding, with a par value of ₦10 per share. If the company declares a 20% dividend, how much will each shareholder receive?
A. ₦200
B. ₦250
C. ₦300
D. ₦350

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