POST UTME LASU 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1914 Amalgamation of Nigeria was a result of the efforts of which of the following individuals?
Correct A. Lord Frederick Lugard
B. Herbert Macaulay
C. Nnamdi Azikiwe
D. Obafemi Awolowo

Correct Answer: A

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

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a titration setup. Identify the part labeled A.
Correct A. Burette
B. Beaker
C. Test Tube
D. Conical Flask

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The 1960s saw a significant increase in the number of Nigerian students studying abroad. This was largely due to the efforts of which of the following individuals?
A. Obafemi Awolowo
Correct B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
C. Herbert Macaulay
D. Tafawa Balewa

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
Solve the inequality ( 2x - 5 > 3 ).
Correct A. x > 4
B. x < 4
C. x > 1
D. x < 1

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Sokoto Caliphate?
A. The influence of European colonial powers
B. The rise of rival Islamic states
C. The impact of the trans-Saharan trade
Correct D. The effects of the Fulani-Jihad

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
Solve for x in the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 )
Correct A. 10^4
B. 10^8
C. 10^12
D. 10^16

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Assembly?
Correct A. To make laws for the country
B. To appoint the President
C. To approve the budget
D. To declare war

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 800 km, how many hours will the journey take?
A. 6 hours
Correct B. 8 hours
C. 10 hours
D. 12 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
What is the chemical formula for water?
Correct A. H2O
B. H2S
C. CO2
D. O2

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The Oyo Empire was a powerful empire in the history of Nigeria. Which of the following was a major factor that contributed to its decline?
Correct A. Internal conflicts
B. External invasions
C. Economic decline
D. Environmental factors

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
Correct A. ( x = -1.5 )
B. ( x = 1.5 )
C. ( x = -3 )
D. ( x = 3 )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. Protein synthesis
Correct B. Cellular respiration
C. Cell signaling
D. Cell division

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
A survey of 100 students found that 60% preferred pizza, 20% preferred burgers, and 20% preferred sandwiches. What is the probability that a student chosen at random prefers pizza or burgers?
A. 0.6
Correct B. 0.8
C. 0.9
D. 0.95

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. What will happen if the switch is closed?
A. The resistor will heat up
B. The battery will drain faster
C. The switch will get damaged
Correct D. The circuit will be complete

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the significance of the 1966 coup?
Correct A. It led to the establishment of a military government
B. It resulted in the secession of the Eastern Region
C. It paved the way for the return of civilian rule
D. It led to the formation of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
What is the primary function of the National Assembly in the Nigerian government?
Correct A. To make laws for the good governance of Nigeria
B. To serve as a check on the executive branch
C. To represent the interests of the people of Nigeria
D. To oversee the implementation of government policies

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
What is the significance of the 1963 Republican Constitution in Nigerian history?
Correct A. It established a federal system of government
B. It introduced a parliamentary system of government
C. It provided for a presidential system of government
D. It led to the secession of the Western Region

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
What is the primary function of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria?
Correct A. To conduct elections and ensure the integrity of the electoral process
B. To serve as a check on the executive branch
C. To represent the interests of the people of Nigeria
D. To oversee the implementation of government policies

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
What is the significance of the 1979 Constitution in Nigerian history?
A. It established a federal system of government
B. It introduced a parliamentary system of government
Correct C. It provided for a presidential system of government
D. It led to the secession of the Eastern Region

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The 2019 general elections in Nigeria were characterized by a high level of violence and intimidation. Which of the following is a possible consequence of this violence?
A. Increased voter turnout
Correct B. Decreased voter turnout
C. Increased voter apathy
D. Increased voter disenfranchisement

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A company's profit is calculated as the difference between its revenue and cost. If the revenue is ₦1,500 and the cost is ₦1,200, what is the company's profit?
Correct A. ₦300
B. ₦400
C. ₦500
D. ₦600

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what will happen to the current flowing through the circuit?
Correct A. The current will increase
B. The current will decrease
C. The current will remain the same
D. The current will become zero

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The graph below shows the relationship between the price of a product and the quantity demanded. If the price increases by 10%, what will happen to the quantity demanded?
A. The quantity demanded will increase
Correct B. The quantity demanded will decrease
C. The quantity demanded will remain the same
D. The quantity demanded will become zero

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a simple titration setup. If the burette contains a solution of 0.1 M HCl and the beaker contains a solution of 0.1 M NaOH, what will happen when the two solutions are mixed?
A. A precipitate will form
Correct B. No reaction will occur
C. A gas will be released
D. A liquid will be formed

Correct Answer: B

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