POST UTME LAUTECH 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Parliamentarism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
What is the primary function of the National Assembly in the Nigerian political system?
Correct A. To make laws for the good governance of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President
C. To serve as the supreme court of Nigeria
D. To represent the interests of the states in the federal government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria guarantees the right to freedom of expression. Which of the following is NOT a limitation on this right?
A. Freedom of the press
B. Freedom of speech
C. Freedom of assembly
Correct D. Incitement to violence

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is established by the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria. What is the primary function of the NHRC?
Correct A. To investigate human rights abuses
B. To promote human rights education
C. To provide legal aid to victims of human rights abuses
D. To monitor the implementation of human rights treaties

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the establishment of a National Electoral Commission (INEC). What is the primary function of INEC?
Correct A. To conduct elections and referendums
B. To register political parties and candidates
C. To monitor the implementation of electoral laws
D. To provide electoral education and awareness

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 Kanem-Bornu Empire?
Correct A. Internal conflicts and external pressures
B. Economic decline and lack of resources
C. Environmental factors and climate change
D. Religious differences and power struggles

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A company's profit is given by the equation ( P = 2x^2 + 5x - 3 ). If the company's profit increases by 20% due to a 15% increase in production, what is the new profit?
Correct A. ( 2.4x^2 + 7.25x - 3.6 )
B. ( 2.2x^2 + 5.75x - 3.6 )
C. ( 2.6x^2 + 7.75x - 3.6 )
D. ( 2.8x^2 + 8.25x - 3.6 )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. What is the function of the cell wall?
Correct A. To provide structural support to the cell
B. To regulate the movement of materials in and out of the cell
C. To synthesize proteins and other cellular components
D. To store genetic information

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A population of 1000 bacteria is growing at a rate of 20% per hour. What is the population after 5 hours?
Correct A. ( 1000(1.2)^5 )
B. ( 1000(1.2)^3 )
C. ( 1000(1.2)^2 )
D. ( 1000(1.2)^1 )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The United Nations has 193 member states. If each member state has an equal number of votes, and a two-thirds majority is required to pass a resolution, how many votes are required to pass the resolution?
Correct A. ( 193 imes rac{2}{3} )
B. ( 193 imes rac{1}{3} )
C. ( 193 imes rac{1}{2} )
D. ( 193 imes rac{3}{4} )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
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. Parliamentarism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
Correct A. To promote economic integration among its member states
B. To provide a common currency for its member states
C. To promote political unity among its member states
D. To provide a common defense system for its member states

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) was established in 1976 to provide financial assistance to developing countries. What is the primary source of funding for OFID?
Correct A. Member country contributions
B. Interest on loans and investments
C. Grants from developed countries
D. Revenue from oil exports

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) was established in 1972 to coordinate international efforts to protect the environment. What is the primary goal of UNEP?
Correct A. To promote sustainable development
B. To reduce greenhouse gas emissions
C. To protect biodiversity
D. To promote environmental education

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The African Union (AU) was established in 2002 to promote economic, political, and social integration among African countries. What is the primary objective of the AU?
Correct A. To promote economic integration among African countries
B. To promote political unity among African countries
C. To promote social integration among African countries
D. To promote cultural integration among African countries

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is a product of which of the following constitutional conferences?
A. 1994 Constitutional Conference
Correct B. 1995 Constitutional Conference
C. 1996 Constitutional Conference
D. 1997 Constitutional Conference

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the name of the protagonist?
Correct A. Okonkwo
B. Unoka
C. Ezeani
D. Obierika

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to which of the following African cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
Correct C. Zulu
D. Hausa

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The 'Green Revolution' in Nigeria was initiated by which of the following governments?
A. First Republic
B. Second Republic
C. Third Republic
Correct D. Fourth Republic

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The 'Abacha Loot' refers to the billions of dollars stolen by which of the following Nigerian leaders?
Correct A. Sani Abacha
B. Muhammadu Buhari
C. Olusegun Obasanjo
D. Goodluck Jonathan

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
In the context of Environmental Education and Climate Change, what is the primary goal of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
A. To reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
B. To promote sustainable agriculture practices globally
C. To ensure access to clean water and sanitation for all
Correct D. To eradicate poverty and hunger worldwide

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title?
Correct A. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo society
B. It represents the protagonist's struggle with colonialism
C. It signifies the loss of cultural identity
D. It represents the protagonist's journey to self-discovery

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
In the context of Logic and Critical Thinking, what is the fallacy of 'ad hominem'?
Correct A. A type of logical fallacy that involves attacking the person rather than the argument
B. A type of logical fallacy that involves assuming something is true without evidence
C. A type of logical fallacy that involves using a false analogy
D. A type of logical fallacy that involves assuming something is false without evidence

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
In the context of Nigerian Geography and Resources, what is the primary source of Nigeria's revenue?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Gold

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
In the context of Famous Nigerian Leaders and Landmarks, who was the first President of Nigeria?
A. Nnamdi Azikiwe
B. Tafawa Balewa
Correct C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Hussein Muhammad

Correct Answer: C

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