POST UTME LEAD CITY UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Hausa people of Northern Nigeria have a rich cultural heritage. Which of the following is a traditional Hausa occupation?
Correct A. Blacksmithing
B. Weaving
C. Pottery
D. Carpentry

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The diagram below represents a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. What is the current flowing through the circuit when the switch is closed?
A. 5A
Correct B. 10A
C. 15A
D. 20A

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The graph below represents the growth of a population over time. What is the rate of growth of the population?
A. 2%
Correct B. 5%
C. 10%
D. 15%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The following chemical equation represents a reaction between hydrogen and oxygen to form water. What is the balanced chemical equation?
Correct A. 2H2 + O2 → 2H2O
B. H2 + O2 → H2O
C. 2H2 + O2 → 4H2O
D. H2 + O2 → 2H2O

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
SHARED STIMULUS
The sun was setting over the horizon, casting a golden glow over the landscape. But amidst the beauty of nature, a sense of despair settled in the hearts of the people.
The following passage is an excerpt from a novel by a Nigerian author. What is the tone of the passage?
A. Serious
B. Humorous
C. Melancholic
Correct D. Satirical

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
The Niger Delta region is known for its rich oil reserves. However, the extraction of oil has led to severe environmental degradation. What is the primary cause of this degradation?
A. Over-extraction of oil
Correct B. Lack of proper waste management
C. Inadequate regulations
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A researcher is studying the effects of deforestation on the environment. She collects data on the number of trees cut down and the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere. What type of graph would she most likely use to represent her data?
A. Bar chart
Correct B. Line graph
C. Pie chart
D. Scatter plot

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to the philosophy of Nelson Mandela. What does this concept refer to?
Correct A. The interconnectedness of all living things
B. The importance of individual achievement
C. The value of human life
D. The power of forgiveness

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a high potential return on investment, but it also carries a significant risk of failure. What is the primary factor that the company should consider when making its decision?
A. The potential return on investment
Correct B. The risk of failure
C. The time required to complete the project
D. The cost of the project

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the environment. She collects data on the temperature and precipitation levels in different regions. What type of graph would she most likely use to represent her data?
A. Bar chart
Correct B. Line graph
C. Pie chart
D. Scatter plot

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
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 a key objective of ECOWAS?
Correct A. To promote free trade among member states
B. To establish a common currency among member states
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To promote cultural exchange among member states

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does the term 'ubuntu' mean?
Correct A. I am because we are
B. I am because I am
C. We are because we are
D. We are because I am

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work to promote economic and social development. Which of the following is a key function of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
A. To promote economic development
B. To promote social development
Correct C. To promote global health
D. To promote education

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The concept of 'sankofa' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does the term 'sankofa' mean?
Correct A. Go back and fetch it
B. Come back and take it
C. Go forward and take it
D. Come back and leave it

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was established in 1960 with the aim of promoting the interests of its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of OPEC?
A. To promote free trade in petroleum products
Correct B. To establish a common price for petroleum products
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To promote cultural exchange among member states

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does the term 'ubuntu' mean?
Correct A. I am because we are
B. I am because I am
C. We are because we are
D. We are because I am

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work to promote economic and social development. Which of the following is a key function of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)?
Correct A. To promote economic development
B. To promote social development
C. To promote global health
D. To promote education

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The concept of 'sankofa' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does the term 'sankofa' mean?
Correct A. Go back and fetch it
B. Come back and take it
C. Go forward and take it
D. Come back and leave it

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was established in 1960 with the aim of promoting the interests of its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of OPEC?
A. To promote free trade in petroleum products
Correct B. To establish a common price for petroleum products
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To promote cultural exchange among member states

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does the term 'ubuntu' mean?
A. I am because we are
B. I am because I am
C. We are because we are
D. We are because I am

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 21
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to the philosophy of which pre-colonial African state?
A. Ashanti
B. Zulu
C. Mandinka
Correct D. Yoruba

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The diagram below represents a simple harmonic motion. What is the equation of the displacement as a function of time?
Correct A. x(t) = A \sin(\omega t + \phi)
B. x(t) = A \cos(\omega t + \phi)
C. x(t) = A \sin(\omega t - \phi)
D. x(t) = A \cos(\omega t - \phi)

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The following table represents the relationship between the number of hours studied and the grade obtained in a mathematics exam. What is the equation of the line of best fit?
A. y = 2x + 1
Correct B. y = 3x - 2
C. y = 4x + 3
D. y = 5x - 4

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The diagram below represents a simple circuit. What is the equivalent resistance of the circuit?
A. 10Ω
B. 20Ω
Correct C. 30Ω
D. 40Ω

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The following passage is an excerpt from a novel. What is the author's tone?
A. sarcastic
Correct B. melancholic
C. optimistic
D. bitter

Correct Answer: B

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