POST UTME ESUT 2022 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 trade among member states
B. Encouraging regional security and stability
C. Developing a common currency for member states
Correct D. Providing humanitarian assistance to non-member states

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
A researcher is studying the effect of pH on the growth of E. coli bacteria. The researcher measures the growth of the bacteria at different pH levels and plots the data on a graph. What type of graph would the researcher most likely use to represent the data?
A. Bar graph
Correct B. Line graph
C. Scatter plot
D. Pie chart

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A company is considering investing in a new project that requires an initial investment of ₦1.5 million and is expected to generate a profit of ₦2.5 million per year for 5 years. What is the net present value (NPV) of the project?
Correct A. ₦1.2 million
B. ₦1.5 million
C. ₦1.8 million
D. ₦2.0 million

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A researcher is studying the effect of temperature on the rate of a chemical reaction. The researcher measures the rate of the reaction at different temperatures and plots the data on a graph. What type of graph would the researcher most likely use to represent the data?
Correct A. Line graph
B. Scatter plot
C. Bar graph
D. Pie chart

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A company is considering investing in a new project that requires an initial investment of ₦2.0 million and is expected to generate a profit of ₦3.5 million per year for 3 years. What is the internal rate of return (IRR) of the project?
A. 20%
Correct B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 35%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The 1999 Constitution 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 7
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
A. Executive Overreach
B. Legislative Overreach
C. Judicial Overreach
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following processes?
Correct A. Constitutional Conference
B. National Assembly
C. Executive Decree
D. Military Rule

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
A. Executive Overreach
B. Legislative Overreach
C. Judicial Overreach
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
Correct A. Constitutional Conference
B. National Assembly
C. Executive Decree
D. Military Rule

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The 1963 Republican Convention in Lagos was a significant event in Nigerian politics because it marked the first time a political party had held a convention in the country. Which of the following statements about the convention is TRUE?
A. The convention was attended by all the major political parties in Nigeria.
B. The convention was held at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos.
Correct C. The convention was a major turning point in Nigerian politics, marking the beginning of the First Republic.
D. The convention was attended by only the Northern People's Congress (NPC) party.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was a military coup that overthrew the government of Prime Minister Abubakar Tafawa Balewa. Which of the following statements about the coup is TRUE?
Correct A. The coup was led by General Aguiyi Ironsi.
B. The coup was a response to the federal government's failure to address the country's economic problems.
C. The coup was a result of the military's dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the Biafran conflict.
D. The coup was a response to the government's decision to hold a national referendum on the country's constitution.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in 1945. Which of the following is a primary purpose of the UN?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states.
Correct B. To maintain international peace and security.
C. To provide humanitarian aid to countries in need.
D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) is an international organization that was established in 1960. Which of the following is a primary purpose of OPEC?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states.
Correct B. To regulate the global oil market and ensure a stable supply of oil.
C. To provide humanitarian aid to countries in need.
D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The 1967 Biafran War was a civil war that was fought between the government of Nigeria and the secessionist state of Biafra. Which of the following statements about the war is TRUE?
A. The war was sparked by the government's decision to hold a national referendum on the country's constitution.
B. The war was a result of the government's failure to address the country's economic problems.
C. The war was a response to the government's decision to impose a state of emergency in the Eastern Region.
Correct D. The war was a result of the secessionist movement's desire for independence from Nigeria.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The 1970s oil boom in Nigeria was a period of rapid economic growth and development in the country. Which of the following statements about the oil boom is TRUE?
Correct A. The oil boom was sparked by the discovery of oil in the Niger Delta region.
B. The oil boom was a result of the government's decision to nationalize the oil industry.
C. The oil boom was a result of the government's failure to address the country's economic problems.
D. The oil boom was a result of the secessionist movement's desire for independence from Nigeria.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The 1983 General Elections in Nigeria were a significant event in the country's political history. Which of the following statements about the elections is TRUE?
Correct A. The elections were held under a military dictatorship.
B. The elections were a result of the government's decision to hold a national referendum on the country's constitution.
C. The elections were a response to the government's failure to address the country's economic problems.
D. The elections were a result of the secessionist movement's desire for independence from Nigeria.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The 1993 General Elections in Nigeria were a significant event in the country's political history. Which of the following statements about the elections is TRUE?
A. The elections were held under a military dictatorship.
B. The elections were a result of the government's decision to hold a national referendum on the country's constitution.
C. The elections were a response to the government's failure to address the country's economic problems.
Correct D. The elections were a result of the secessionist movement's desire for independence from Nigeria.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic 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 20
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 21
The concept of 'Wahala' in Yoruba culture refers to?
Correct A. Trouble
B. Chaos
C. Disorder
D. Conflict

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The 1966 coup that led to the overthrow of the First Republic was led by?
A. Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu
B. Emmanuel Ifeajuna
Correct C. Kaduna Nzeogwu and Ifeajuna
D. Biafran leaders

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The concept of 'Umuada' in Igbo culture refers to?
Correct A. Daughters
B. Sisters
C. Wives
D. Mothers

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The 1967-1970 civil war in Nigeria was fought between?
Correct A. Nigeria and Biafra
B. Nigeria and Cameroon
C. Nigeria and Chad
D. Nigeria and Niger

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The concept of 'Ogbon' in Yoruba culture refers to?
Correct A. Wisdom
B. Intelligence
C. Knowledge
D. Understanding

Correct Answer: A

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