POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. The Constitutional Conference of 1994
B. The National Constitutional Assembly of 1995
C. The Constitutional Drafting Committee of 1997
Correct D. The National Constitutional Conference of 1998

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
Correct D. Zulu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a typical example of a (diagram_spec = { "type": "svg", "category": "chemistry", "elements": [ { "type": "beaker", "label": "A", "position": "left" } ], "connections": [], "style": "black_and_white_textbook" })
Correct A. Titration
B. Distillation
C. Chromatography
D. Crystallization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The 1963 Republican Convention was held in which of the following cities?
Correct A. Lagos
B. Ibadan
C. Kaduna
D. Enugu

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The concept of 'jihad' is most closely associated with which of the following religions?
A. Christianity
Correct B. Islam
C. Hinduism
D. Buddhism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the essence of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and altruism
D. Nationalism and patriotism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A researcher is studying the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity in Nigeria. Which of the following data analysis techniques would be most appropriate for this study?
Correct A. Regression analysis
B. Time series analysis
C. Cluster analysis
D. Factor analysis

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to increase access to education for marginalized communities. Which of the following would be a potential outcome of this policy?
A. Increased enrollment rates in public schools
B. Improved academic performance in marginalized communities
Correct C. Reduced dropout rates in rural areas
D. Increased funding for private schools

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
A company is planning to invest in a new project in Nigeria. Which of the following factors should be considered when evaluating the project's feasibility?
A. Market demand and competition
B. Financial resources and funding options
C. Environmental impact and sustainability
Correct D. Government regulations and policies

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the essence of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and altruism
D. Nationalism and patriotism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was led by which of the following military officers?
Correct A. General Aguiyi Ironsi
B. General Yakubu Gowon
C. General Murtala Mohammed
D. General Olusegun Obasanjo

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
What is the primary function of the National Assembly in Nigeria?
Correct A. To make laws for the good governance of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President
C. To approve the national budget
D. To declare war on other countries

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
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. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
What is the name of the economic system adopted by Nigeria in 1986?
Correct A. Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP)
B. Economic Recovery Programme (ERP)
C. National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy (NEEDS)
D. Vision 2020

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The Niger Delta region is rich in which of the following natural resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military Rule
Correct B. Constitutional Conference
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Order

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
What is the primary function of the National Assembly in the Nigerian Constitution?
Correct A. To make laws for the peace, order and good government of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President
C. To approve the budget of the Federal Government
D. To appoint judges of the Supreme Court

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The concept of federal character in the Nigerian Constitution refers to the principle of?
A. Rotation of political offices
Correct B. Representation of all states in the Federal Government
C. Appointment of personnel based on merit
D. Distribution of resources based on population

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following processes?
Correct A. Constitutional Conference
B. National Assembly
C. Executive Order
D. Military Rule

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The concept of the rule of law in the Nigerian Constitution refers to the principle of?
A. The supremacy of the Constitution
B. The independence of the judiciary
Correct C. The protection of individual rights and freedoms
D. The accountability of public officials

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this policy?
Correct A. Increased investment in renewable energy sources
B. Reduced economic growth due to higher energy costs
C. Increased imports of fossil fuels
D. No impact on the economy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A company's profit is given by the equation ( P = 2x^2 + 5x - 3 ). If the company's profit increases by 20% when the value of x increases by 10%, what is the new value of x?
A. 10
Correct B. 12
C. 15
D. 18

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. What is the current flowing through the circuit when the switch is closed?
A. 2A
Correct B. 4A
C. 6A
D. 8A

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to increase the minimum wage for workers. What is the likely impact on the inflation rate?
Correct A. Increased inflation rate
B. Decreased inflation rate
C. No impact on inflation rate
D. Increased unemployment rate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A company's revenue is given by the equation ( R = 3x^3 - 2x^2 + x - 1 ). If the company's revenue increases by 30% when the value of x increases by 20%, what is the new value of x?
A. 10
B. 12
Correct C. 15
D. 18

Correct Answer: C

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