POST UTME ESUT 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below represents a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what will be the reading on the ammeter?
A. 0 A
Correct B. 5 A
C. 10 A
D. 15 A

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
The graph below represents the relationship between the number of hours studied and the score obtained in a mathematics test. What is the slope of the line?
A. 0.5
Correct B. 1
C. 2
D. 3

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The diagram below represents a titration setup. If 25 mL of NaOH is added to 50 mL of HCl, what will be the pH of the resulting solution?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
Correct D. 4

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The graph below represents the relationship between the number of people and the amount of money spent on a product. What is the y-intercept?
A. 100
B. 200
Correct C. 300
D. 400

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 reading on the ammeter?
Correct A. 0 A
B. 5 A
C. 10 A
D. 15 A

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the significance of the 1914 Amalgamation of Nigeria?
Correct A. It marked the beginning of British colonial rule in Nigeria.
B. It led to the creation of the Nigerian National Congress.
C. It resulted in the establishment of the Nigerian Railway Corporation.
D. It facilitated the introduction of Western education in Nigeria.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
Solve for x in the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 ).
A. 10
Correct B. 100
C. 1000
D. 10000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. To synthesize proteins
Correct B. To generate energy for the cell
C. To store genetic information
D. To regulate cell growth

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
A firm produces 100 units of a product at a cost of ₦100 per unit. If the firm sells the product at ₦120 per unit, what is the profit made on the sale of 50 units?
A. ₦1000
Correct B. ₦2000
C. ₦3000
D. ₦4000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
In a survey of 100 students, 60 students preferred coffee, 30 students preferred tea, and 10 students preferred both coffee and tea. What is the probability that a randomly selected student prefers coffee or tea?
A. 0.6
Correct B. 0.7
C. 0.8
D. 0.9

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary cause of the 1966 military coup?
A. Economic instability
B. Political corruption
C. Military intervention
Correct D. Ethnic tensions

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
Solve for x in the equation ( rac{x}{2} + 5 = 11 )
Correct A. 6
B. 8
C. 10
D. 12

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
What is the primary function of the National Assembly in the Nigerian Constitution?
Correct A. To make laws
B. To appoint the President
C. To approve the budget
D. To declare war

Correct Answer: A

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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. 5 hours
Correct B. 6 hours
C. 7 hours
D. 8 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
What is the chemical formula for water?
Correct A. H2O
B. H2S
C. O2
D. CO2

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The Oyo Empire was a major power in the pre-colonial period in Nigeria. Which of the following was a major factor in the decline of the Oyo Empire?
A. The rise of the Dahomey Empire
B. The influence of the Portuguese
C. The impact of the trans-Saharan trade
Correct D. The effects of the Fulani Jihad

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
Solve for x in the equation ( rac{1}{2}x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
A. x = 2
Correct B. x = -3
C. x = 6
D. x = -6

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. To synthesize proteins
B. To store genetic information
Correct C. To generate energy for the cell
D. To regulate cell growth

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The Nigerian Constitution is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Separation of powers
B. Federalism
C. Direct democracy
D. Constitutional monarchy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. How long does the journey take?
A. 4 hours
Correct B. 5 hours
C. 6 hours
D. 7 hours

Correct Answer: B

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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 NOT one of the key objectives of ECOWAS?
A. Promoting regional peace and security
B. Fostering economic cooperation and integration
C. Encouraging cultural exchange and cooperation
Correct D. Providing humanitarian assistance to member states

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the biodiversity of a particular ecosystem. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change on the ecosystem?
A. Increased species diversity
B. Decreased species diversity
C. No change in species diversity
Correct D. Increased species extinction

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
A company is considering investing in a new project that requires a significant amount of capital. Which of the following is a key factor that the company should consider before making a decision?
A. The potential return on investment
Correct B. The potential impact on the environment
C. The potential impact on the local community
D. The potential impact on the company's reputation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A researcher is studying the effects of a new medication on patients with a particular disease. Which of the following is a likely outcome of the study?
Correct A. The medication is effective in treating the disease
B. The medication has no effect on the disease
C. The medication has a negative effect on the disease
D. The medication has a positive effect on the disease, but with significant side effects

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A company is considering outsourcing a particular function to a third-party provider. Which of the following is a key factor that the company should consider before making a decision?
A. The potential cost savings
B. The potential impact on the company's reputation
C. The potential impact on the local community
Correct D. The potential impact on the company's employees

Correct Answer: D

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