POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2023 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of generating a profit of ₦100,000 and a 80% chance of generating a profit of ₦50,000. What is the expected profit from the project?
A. ₦60,000
B. ₦80,000
C. ₦100,000
D. ₦120,000
Question 2
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of which international organization?
A. United Nations
B. World Bank
C. International Monetary Fund
D. World Health Organization
Question 3
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a particular species of bird. The researcher collects data on the number of birds in the area over a period of 10 years. The data is shown in the graph below.
A. The population of the bird species is increasing
B. The population of the bird species is decreasing
C. The population of the bird species is stable
D. The data is insufficient to determine the trend
Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Separation of Powers
D. Checks and Balances
Question 5
What is the primary goal of the African Union's Agenda 2063?
A. To promote economic integration in Africa
B. To promote peace and security in Africa
C. To promote sustainable development in Africa
D. To promote cultural exchange between Africa and other regions
Question 6
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to encourage the use of renewable energy sources. Which of the following is a benefit of this policy?
A. Increased energy independence
B. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
C. Improved air quality
D. Increased energy costs
Question 7
What is the main theme of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria?
A. Federalism
B. Democracy
C. Human Rights
D. Separation of Powers
Question 8
The 1963 Republican Convention in the United States was notable for which of the following events?
A. The nomination of Barry Goldwater as the Republican presidential candidate
B. The adoption of the 'Southern Strategy' by the Republican Party
C. The passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
D. The assassination of President John F. Kennedy
Question 9
The concept of 'carrying capacity' is relevant to which of the following environmental issues?
A. Climate Change
B. Biodiversity Loss
C. Deforestation
D. Overfishing
Question 10
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a particular species of bird. The researcher collects data on the number of birds in the area over a period of 10 years. The data is shown in the graph below.
A. The population of the bird species is increasing
B. The population of the bird species is decreasing
C. The population of the bird species is stable
D. The data is insufficient to determine the trend
Question 11
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of generating a profit of ₦100,000 and a 80% chance of generating a profit of ₦50,000. What is the expected profit from the project?
A. ₦60,000
B. ₦80,000
C. ₦100,000
D. ₦120,000
Question 12
Which of the following is a major consequence of climate change in Nigeria?
A. Increased frequency of droughts
B. Rising sea levels
C. More frequent and intense heatwaves
D. Decreased rainfall
Question 13
The concept of 'entropy' is relevant to which of the following scientific disciplines?
A. Biology
B. Chemistry
C. Physics
D. Geology
Question 14
What is the primary function of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)?
A. To promote economic development in Africa
B. To provide humanitarian aid to African countries
C. To promote peace and security in Africa
D. To promote cultural exchange between Africa and other regions
Question 15
What is the main focus of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)?
A. To promote the development of the Nigerian oil industry
B. To provide petroleum products to Nigerian consumers
C. To promote the development of the Nigerian gas industry
D. To promote the development of the Nigerian renewable energy industry

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