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Question 1 View Details
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. Decentralization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2 View Details
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in promoting economic integration in West Africa?
A. To promote free trade and investment
B. To establish a common currency
Correct C. To coordinate economic policies
D. To provide technical assistance

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3 View Details
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key principle in the African Union's Agenda 2063. What does it mean?
Correct A. Humanity towards others
B. Humanity towards oneself
C. Humanity towards the environment
D. Humanity towards animals

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4 View Details
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
Correct B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Decentralization

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5 View Details
The concept of 'sustainable development' is a key principle in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). What does it mean?
Correct A. Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
B. Development that prioritizes economic growth over social and environmental concerns
C. Development that focuses on short-term gains over long-term sustainability
D. Development that ignores the needs of future generations

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6 View Details
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government with a strong emphasis on the powers of the states. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. A presidential system of government
B. A parliamentary system of government
Correct C. A federal system of government with a strong emphasis on the powers of the states
D. A unitary system of government

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7 View Details
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of them believed that corruption was the biggest problem facing the country. If 80% of the respondents were male, how many males believed that corruption was the biggest problem?
Correct A. 600
B. 800
C. 1200
D. 1600

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8 View Details
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical Nigerian family.
Correct A. The family consists of a husband, wife, and children.
B. The family consists of a husband, wife, and grandchildren.
C. The family consists of a husband, wife, and siblings.
D. The family consists of a husband, wife, and parents.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9 View Details
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government with a strong emphasis on the powers of the states. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. A presidential system of government
B. A parliamentary system of government
Correct C. A federal system of government with a strong emphasis on the powers of the states
D. A unitary system of government

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10 View Details
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of them believed that corruption was the biggest problem facing the country. If 80% of the respondents were male, how many males believed that corruption was the biggest problem?
Correct A. 600
B. 800
C. 1200
D. 1600

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11 View Details
The diagram below represents a cross-section of the Niger Delta region. Identify the type of soil that is most likely to be found in the area labeled 'A'.
Correct A. Clay
B. Silt
C. Sand
D. Loam

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12 View Details
A company's profit is given by the equation ( P = 2x^2 - 5x + 3 ), where ( x ) is the number of units sold. If the company sells 5 units, what is the profit?
Correct A. 10
B. 15
C. 20
D. 25

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13 View Details
The diagram below represents a simple electric circuit. Identify the component labeled 'A'.
Correct A. Battery
B. Resistor
C. Capacitor
D. Inductor

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14 View Details
The table below shows the population of a city over a period of 5 years. What is the average rate of change of the population per year?
A. 10
Correct B. 20
C. 30
D. 40

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15 View Details
The diagram below represents a simple harmonic motion. Identify the type of motion.
Correct A. Simple Harmonic Motion
B. Damped Harmonic Motion
C. Forced Harmonic Motion
D. Free Harmonic Motion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16 View Details
The United Nations' primary goal is to maintain international peace and security. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this goal?
Correct A. Peacekeeping operations
B. Humanitarian aid
C. Economic sanctions
D. Diplomatic negotiations

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17 View Details
A company's profit is calculated as Revenue - Cost. If the revenue is ₦1,500 and the cost is ₦1,200, what is the profit?
Correct A. ₦300
B. ₦200
C. ₦100
D. ₦50

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18 View Details
The diagram below represents a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what is the direction of the current flow?
Correct A. From the battery to the resistor
B. From the resistor to the battery
C. From the switch to the resistor
D. From the resistor to the switch

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19 View Details
The equation of a circle is given by ( x^2 + y^2 = 16 ). What is the radius of the circle?
A. 4
B. 6
Correct C. 8
D. 10

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20 View Details
The diagram below represents a titration setup. If the burette contains 0.1 M NaOH and the initial pH is 3, what is the expected pH after adding 20 mL of NaOH?
A. 5
B. 6
Correct C. 7
D. 8

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21 View Details
Which of the following is a characteristic of the Obasanjo administration?
Correct A. Implementation of the National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy (NEEDS)
B. Introduction of the Value Added Tax (VAT)
C. Establishment of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
D. Creation of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22 View Details
What is the primary function of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
A. To promote economic development
B. To provide humanitarian aid
Correct C. To coordinate global health policies
D. To conduct medical research

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23 View Details
What is the main objective of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)?
A. To promote economic growth
B. To reduce poverty
Correct C. To improve human development
D. To enhance global security

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24 View Details
What is the primary function of the African Union (AU)?
A. To promote economic integration
B. To enhance regional security
Correct C. To promote democratic governance
D. To coordinate humanitarian aid

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25 View Details
What is the main objective of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
Correct A. To promote economic integration
B. To enhance regional security
C. To promote democratic governance
D. To coordinate humanitarian aid

Correct Answer: A

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