POST UTME BSU 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
Which of the following is a major challenge facing Nigeria's education sector?
Correct A. Inadequate funding
B. Poor infrastructure
C. Inadequate teacher training
D. Lack of access to technology

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
Solve for x in the equation ( 2^x + 5^x = 7^x )
A. x = 2
Correct B. x = 3
C. x = 4
D. x = 5

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
What is the primary function of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)?
Correct A. To promote economic development in Africa
B. To provide humanitarian aid to African countries
C. To promote peace and security in Africa
D. To promote cultural exchange between Africa and other regions

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 600 km, how long does the journey take?
A. 6 hours
Correct B. 7 hours
C. 8 hours
D. 9 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
What is the main difference between the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR)?
A. The UDHR is a regional human rights instrument, while the ACHPR is a global human rights instrument
Correct B. The UDHR is a global human rights instrument, while the ACHPR is a regional human rights instrument
C. The UDHR is a human rights instrument that focuses on civil and political rights, while the ACHPR focuses on economic, social, and cultural rights
D. The UDHR is a human rights instrument that focuses on economic, social, and cultural rights, while the ACHPR focuses on civil and political rights

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The Nigerian government has implemented a policy to increase the use of renewable energy sources in the country. Which of the following is a benefit of this policy?
Correct A. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
B. Increased energy independence
C. Improved air quality
D. Increased energy costs

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A company is considering two different investment options. Option A has a 20% chance of returning ₦100,000 and a 80% chance of returning ₦0. Option B has a 50% chance of returning ₦50,000 and a 50% chance of returning ₦0. Which option has a higher expected return?
A. Option A
Correct B. Option B
C. Option C
D. Option D

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a certain species of bird. The researcher collects data on the number of birds in the area over a period of 10 years. The data is shown in the graph below.
A. The population of the bird species is increasing
Correct B. The population of the bird species is decreasing
C. The population of the bird species is stable
D. The data is insufficient to determine the trend

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
A company is planning to expand its operations to a new location. The company has identified two different locations, A and B. Location A has a higher initial investment cost, but it also has a higher potential return on investment. Location B has a lower initial investment cost, but it also has a lower potential return on investment. Which location should the company choose?
Correct A. Location A
B. Location B
C. Location C
D. Location D

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
A researcher is studying the effect of a new drug on the population of a certain species of bacteria. The researcher collects data on the number of bacteria in the area over a period of 10 days. The data is shown in the graph below.
A. The population of the bacteria is increasing
Correct B. The population of the bacteria is decreasing
C. The population of the bacteria is stable
D. The data is insufficient to determine the trend

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military Rule
Correct B. Constitutional Conference
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Decree

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
In the context of environmental education, what is the primary goal of the 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' initiative?
A. To minimize waste disposal costs
Correct B. To promote sustainable consumption patterns
C. To encourage the use of non-renewable resources
D. To increase the production of plastic bags

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in which of the following documents?
Correct A. The Brundtland Report
B. The Rio Declaration
C. The Kyoto Protocol
D. The Paris Agreement

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The 'greenhouse effect' is primarily caused by the increase in which of the following gases in the Earth's atmosphere?
Correct A. Carbon dioxide
B. Methane
C. Nitrous oxide
D. Ozone

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The 'water cycle' is also known as the 'hydrologic cycle'. What is the primary mechanism by which water is transferred from the atmosphere to the land?
Correct A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The Oyo Empire was a powerful empire that existed in what region of Nigeria?
A. The North
B. The South
Correct C. The West
D. The East

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
What is the primary cause of the deforestation in the Niger Delta region?
A. Overfishing
Correct B. Oil Exploration
C. Agricultural Activities
D. Urbanization

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The concept of 'Ugadi' is associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Hausa
B. Igbo
C. Yoruba
Correct D. Telugu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The 'Tiv' people are an ethnic group found in which state of Nigeria?
Correct A. Benue
B. Plateau
C. Nasarawa
D. Kogi

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The 'Kaduna' state is a major producer of which of the following crops?
Correct A. Cotton
B. Groundnut
C. Maize
D. Rice

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of six geo-political zones in the country. Which of the following is NOT one of the six geo-political zones?
A. South East
B. South West
C. North East
Correct D. North Central

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
A researcher conducted a study on the impact of climate change on agriculture in Nigeria. The study found that the average temperature in the study area increased by 2°C over a period of 10 years. What is the rate of change of temperature per year?
A. 0.1°C/yr
Correct B. 0.2°C/yr
C. 0.3°C/yr
D. 0.4°C/yr

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for protein synthesis?
A. Nucleus
B. Mitochondria
Correct C. Ribosome
D. Lysosome

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
A company has a profit of ₦1,000,000 and an expense of ₦800,000. What is the company's net profit?
Correct A. ₦200,000
B. ₦300,000
C. ₦400,000
D. ₦500,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The United Nations has 193 member states. Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the United Nations?
Correct A. Vatican City
B. Taiwan
C. Switzerland
D. Norway

Correct Answer: A

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