POST UTME FUTA 2017 Biology | Objective

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Question 1
The Hardy-Weinberg principle states that allele frequencies in a population will remain cons\tant from generation to generation in the absence of other evolutionary influences. Which of the following is a necessary condition for the Hardy-Weinberg principle to hold?
A. Random mating
B. Large population size
C. No mutation
Correct D. No gene flow

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
In a photosynthetic plant cell, the light-dep\endent reactions occur in the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplast. Which of the following is a product of the light-dep\endent reactions?
Correct A. ATP
B. NADPH
C. RuBP
D. O2

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The process of excretion in humans involves the removal of waste products from the body. Which of the following is a key component of the excretory system?
Correct A. Kidneys
B. Liver
C. Skin
D. Lungs

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The cell cycle is a complex process that involves the replication of DNA and the division of the cell. Which of the following is a stage of the cell cycle?
A. G1
Correct B. S
C. G2
D. M

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The process of digestion in the human body involves the breakdown of food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed and utilized by the body. Which of the following is a key enzyme involved in the digestion of carbohydrates?
Correct A. Amylase
B. Lipase
C. Tryp\sin
D. Pep\sin

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
In a population of Drosophila melanogaster, the frequency of the recessive allele 'r' is 0.2. If the population is in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, what is the frequency of the homozygous dominant genotype?
Correct A. 0.36
B. 0.64
C. 0.72
D. 0.84

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A cell in the G2 phase of the cell cycle has a DNA content of 8C. What is the stage of the cell cycle that the cell will enter next?
A. G1
B. S
C. G2
Correct D. M

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
A species of plant has a diploid number of 12. If a plant with the genotype AaBbCc is crossed with a plant with the genotype AaBbCc, what is the probability that the offspring will have the genotype AaBbCc?
A. 0.25
Correct B. 0.5
C. 0.75
D. 0.9

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
A diagram of a plant cell is shown below. What is the function of the structure labeled 'X'?
A. photosynthesis
B. respiration
Correct C. protein synthesis
D. cell signaling

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
A diagram of a food web is shown below. What is the role of the species labeled 'Y' in the e\cosystem?
A. primary producer
B. primary consumer
C. decomposer
Correct D. keystone species

Correct Answer: D

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Question 11
In a eukaryotic cell, the process of photosynthesis occurs in the mitochondria.
A. True
Correct B. False
C. Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts
D. Photosynthesis occurs in the nucleus

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. Which part is responsible for photosynthesis?
A. Mitochondria
Correct B. Chloroplast
C. Vacuole
D. Nucleus

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
A 25-year-old woman has been experiencing symptoms of infertility. Her husband has a normal sperm count. What is the most likely cause of her infertility?
Correct A. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
B. Endometriosis
C. Tubal ligation
D. Premature ovarian failure

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the human eye. Which part is responsible for detecting light?
A. Lens
Correct B. Cornea
C. Retina
D. Iris

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
A 35-year-old man has been experiencing symptoms of erectile dysfunction. His doctor has prescribed a medication that works by increa\sing blood flow to the penis. What is the name of this medication?
Correct A. Sildenafil
B. Tadalafil
C. Vardenafil
D. Avanafil

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
In the context of gas exchange, what is the primary function of the alveolar-capillary membrane?
Correct A. To facilitate the diffusion of oxygen into the bloodstream
B. To regulate the pH of the blood
C. To remove carbon dioxide from the bloodstream
D. To produce surfac\tant

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A diagram of the human eye is shown below. Which part of the eye is responsible for adjusting the size of the pupil?
Correct A. Iris
B. Cornea
C. Retina
D. Lens

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
In the classification of living things, what is the primary characteristic that distinguishes between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Correct A. Presence of a true nucleus
B. Presence of mitochondria
C. Presence of a cell wall
D. Presence of ribosomes

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
A diagram of the human skeletal system is shown below. Which bone is responsible for forming the upper jaw?
Correct A. Maxilla
B. Mandible
C. Zygoma
D. Nasal bone

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
In the context of growth and regulation, what is the primary function of the hypothalamus?
A. To regulate body temperature
B. To regulate hunger and thirst
C. To regulate sleep and wakefulness
Correct D. To regulate hormone production

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
In a population of 1000 individuals, 200 are heterozygous for a particular gene, while 300 are homozygous recessive. What is the frequency of the dominant allele?
Correct A. 0.4
B. 0.3
C. 0.2
D. 0.1

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A bacterium has a mutation in its DNA that causes it to produce a toxin that is lethal to the host. What type of mutation is this?
Correct A. Frameshift mutation
B. Point mutation
C. Deletion
D. Insertion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
A plant has a genotype of BBSS. What is the probability that it will produce a gamete with the genotype SS?
A. 0.5
Correct B. 0.25
C. 0.75
D. 0.9

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A species of bird has a wing span of 2 meters. If the wing span is directly proportional to the square root of the bird's body mass, what is the body mass of the bird?
A. 10 kg
Correct B. 20 kg
C. 30 kg
D. 40 kg

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
A diagram of a neuron is shown below. What is the function of the d\endrites?
A. To transmit signals to other neurons
Correct B. To receive signals from other neurons
C. To produce neurotransmitters
D. To synthesize proteins

Correct Answer: B

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