POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
A. ( x = -1.5 )
B. ( x = 1.5 )
C. ( x = -3 )
D. ( x = 3 )
Question 2
In the context of General Knowledge of Literature and Arts, what is the name of the famous Nigerian novelist who wrote the book 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. Chinua Achebe
B. Wole Soyinka
C. Ben Okri
D. Tayeb Salih
Question 3
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of what traditional African philosophy?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Zulu
D. Akan
Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for protein synthesis?
A. Mitochondria
B. Ribosome
C. Lysosome
D. Golgi apparatus
Question 5
The diagram below shows a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what will happen to the current flowing through the circuit?
A. The current will increase
B. The current will decrease
C. The current will remain the same
D. The current will become zero
Question 6
The concept of 'checks and balances' is a fundamental principle of the Nigerian political system. Which of the following is an example of this principle?
A. The President can dissolve the National Assembly
B. The National Assembly can impeach the President
C. The President can appoint judges without Senate confirmation
D. The President can declare a state of emergency without Senate approval
Question 7
The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of certain fundamental rights and freedoms. Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. Right to life
B. Right to freedom of speech
C. Right to bear arms
D. Right to education
Question 8
The concept of 'sankofa' is a key aspect of what traditional African philosophy?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Akan
D. Zulu
Question 9
A company has a profit of 100,000 and an expense of 80,000. What is the company's net income?
A. 20000
B. 30000
C. 40000
D. 50000
Question 10
What is the primary function of the United Nations in international relations?
A. To promote economic development
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To provide humanitarian aid
D. To regulate global trade
Question 11
The Oba of Benin is the traditional ruler of what ethnic group in Nigeria?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Edo
D. Fulani
Question 12
The concept of 'checks and balances' is a fundamental principle of the Nigerian political system. Which of the following is an example of this principle?
A. The President can dissolve the National Assembly
B. The National Assembly can impeach the President
C. The President can appoint judges without Senate confirmation
D. The President can declare a state of emergency without Senate approval
Question 13
The Ooni of Ife is the traditional ruler of what ethnic group in Nigeria?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
D. Fulani
Question 14
The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of certain fundamental rights and freedoms. Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. Right to life
B. Right to freedom of speech
C. Right to bear arms
D. Right to education
Question 15
In the context of Environmental Education and Climate Change, what is the primary goal of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
A. To reduce global poverty and inequality
B. To mitigate the effects of climate change and promote sustainable development
C. To improve global health and well-being
D. To increase global economic growth and trade

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