POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. Promoting free movement of people and goods
B. Fostering regional peace and security
Correct C. Encouraging the use of English as a common language
D. Developing a common currency for member states

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
The diagram below represents a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what will be the direction of the current flow?
Correct A. From the battery to the resistor, then to the switch
B. From the battery to the switch, then to the resistor
C. From the resistor to the switch, then to the battery
D. From the switch to the resistor, then to the battery

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The United Nations (UN) has a total of 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main organs of the UN?
A. General Assembly
B. Security Council
C. Economic and Social Council
Correct D. Federal Reserve Bank

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The diagram below represents a titration setup. If the burette contains 0.1 M NaOH and the initial volume is 10 mL, what will be the concentration of the solution after adding 20 mL of 0.2 M HCl?
A. 0.05 M
B. 0.1 M
Correct C. 0.15 M
D. 0.2 M

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The diagram below represents a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is open, what will be the direction of the current flow?
A. From the battery to the resistor, then to the switch
B. From the battery to the switch, then to the resistor
C. From the resistor to the switch, then to the battery
Correct D. There will be no current flow

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Federal Character Principle
C. Rule of Law
Correct D. Principle of Federalism

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by which of the following?
A. Monarchical system of government
B. Feudal system of government
Correct C. Tribal system of government
D. Colonial system of government

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
A. Federal Character Principle
Correct B. Principle of Federalism
C. Separation of Powers
D. Rule of Law

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
The concept of environmental education emphasizes the importance of which of the following?
A. Conservation of natural resources
B. Protection of wildlife
Correct C. Sustainable development
D. Pollution control

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The 1979 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
A. Federal Character Principle
Correct B. Principle of Federalism
C. Separation of Powers
D. Rule of Law

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military Decree
Correct B. National Constitutional Conference
C. Constitution Review Committee
D. Constitution Drafting Committee

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
Correct A. Abuse of power by the Executive
B. Abuse of power by the Legislature
C. Abuse of power by the Judiciary
D. Abuse of power by the President

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
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
B. National Population Commission
C. National Electoral Commission
D. National Human Development Commission

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
B. Abuse of power by the Legislature
Correct C. Abuse of power by the Judiciary
D. Abuse of power by the President

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the establishment of which of the following institutions to promote the economic development of the country?
Correct A. Central Bank of Nigeria
B. National Planning Commission
C. National Economic Development Commission
D. National Investment Promotion Commission

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
Which of the following is a major challenge facing the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)?
A. Infrastructure development
B. Customs procedures
C. Trade facilitation
Correct D. Tariffs and non-tariff barriers

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in promoting regional integration?
Correct A. To promote economic cooperation among member states
B. To establish a common currency
C. To facilitate the free movement of people and goods
D. To promote regional security

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
What is the main advantage of using the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) in financing development projects?
A. Low interest rates
Correct B. Flexible repayment terms
C. High loan amounts
D. No collateral requirements

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
What is the primary purpose of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in promoting sustainable development?
A. To promote economic growth and poverty reduction
Correct B. To improve human development and reduce inequality
C. To promote environmental sustainability and climate action
D. To support conflict prevention and peacebuilding

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
What is the main challenge facing the implementation of the African Union's Agenda 2063?
A. Lack of resources and funding
B. Inadequate institutional capacity
C. Limited regional integration
Correct D. Insufficient political will

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free movement of people and goods among member states
B. To establish a common currency among member states
Correct C. To promote economic cooperation and development among member states
D. To establish a regional defense force

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A researcher is conducting a study on the effects of climate change on agriculture in Nigeria. Which of the following is a potential impact of climate change on agriculture?
A. Increased crop yields due to warmer temperatures
Correct B. Decreased crop yields due to drought
C. Increased crop yields due to increased rainfall
D. Decreased crop yields due to pests and diseases

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 10-year lifespan and is expected to generate a net present value of ₦1.2 billion. What is the present value of the project?
Correct A. ₦1.2 billion
B. ₦1.5 billion
C. ₦1.8 billion
D. ₦2.0 billion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
A researcher is conducting a study on the effects of social media on mental health. Which of the following is a potential impact of social media on mental health?
Correct A. Increased symptoms of depression
B. Decreased symptoms of anxiety
C. Increased symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder
D. Decreased symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 5-year lifespan and is expected to generate a net present value of ₦500 million. What is the present value of the project?
Correct A. ₦500 million
B. ₦600 million
C. ₦700 million
D. ₦800 million

Correct Answer: A

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