POST UTME EKSU 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
Which of the following is a major consequence of the 1966 Nigerian coup?
Correct A. Establishment of a military government
B. Creation of the Republic of Biafra
C. Introduction of a new constitution
D. Economic sanctions from the international community

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
Correct A. To promote economic integration among West African countries
B. To provide military assistance to member states
C. To establish a common currency for West African countries
D. To promote cultural exchange among West African countries

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
What is the main difference between a vector and a scalar in physics?
Correct A. A vector has both magnitude and direction, while a scalar has only magnitude
B. A vector has only magnitude, while a scalar has both magnitude and direction
C. A vector is a quantity with no units, while a scalar is a quantity with units
D. A vector is a quantity with units, while a scalar is a quantity with no units

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
What is the primary cause of the 1983-1985 drought in Nigeria?
A. Climate change
Correct B. Over-reliance on rainfall for agriculture
C. Poor agricultural practices
D. Drought-resistant crops

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
What is the main advantage of using renewable energy sources over fossil fuels?
A. Renewable energy sources are cheaper than fossil fuels
B. Renewable energy sources are more abundant than fossil fuels
Correct C. Renewable energy sources produce less greenhouse gas emissions than fossil fuels
D. Renewable energy sources are more reliable than fossil fuels

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The Niger Delta region is rich in which of the following resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
Correct D. Zulu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The use of social media has led to the rise of which of the following phenomena?
A. Fake News
B. Cyberbullying
C. Online Harassment
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in which of the following documents?
Correct A. Brundtland Report
B. Rio Declaration
C. Agenda 21
D. Paris Agreement

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
Which of the following is a characteristic of the pre-colonial administration in Nigeria?
A. Centralized system
Correct B. Decentralized system
C. Autocratic system
D. Democratic system

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
Correct A. ( x = -1 )
B. ( x = 3 )
C. ( x = -3 )
D. ( x = 1 )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
What is the main cause of the 1966 Nigerian coup?
A. Economic hardship
B. Political instability
Correct C. Military intervention
D. Ethnic tensions

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. How long does the journey take?
A. 10 hours
Correct B. 12 hours
C. 15 hours
D. 18 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
What is the effect of climate change on the Nigerian economy?
A. Increased GDP
Correct B. Decreased GDP
C. No effect
D. Increased inflation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the core idea of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual rights
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the core idea of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual rights
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the core idea of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual rights
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the core idea of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual rights
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the core idea of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual rights
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to increase the production of renewable energy. Which of the following is a benefit of this policy?
A. Increased employment opportunities
Correct B. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
C. Increased dependence on fossil fuels
D. Increased energy costs

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A company has two factories, one in Lagos and one in Abuja. The Lagos factory produces 300 units of a product per day, while the Abuja factory produces 200 units per day. If the company wants to produce a total of 500 units per day, how many units should the Lagos factory produce?
A. 200 units
Correct B. 250 units
C. 300 units
D. 350 units

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the Nigerian ecosystem. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change?
A. Increased rainfall
B. Increased temperature
Correct C. Decreased biodiversity
D. Increased crop yields

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a potential return on investment (ROI) of 15% per annum, but it also has a risk of losing 10% of the investment per annum. What is the expected return on investment for the company?
Correct A. 5% per annum
B. 10% per annum
C. 12% per annum
D. 15% per annum

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A researcher is studying the effects of pollution on the Nigerian environment. Which of the following is a likely consequence of pollution?
A. Increased biodiversity
Correct B. Decreased air quality
C. Increased water quality
D. Decreased soil quality

Correct Answer: B

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