POST UTME MOUNTAIN TOP UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'Nkisi' in Igbo culture refers to a type of
Correct A. Spiritual object
B. Ancestral deity
C. Traditional medicine
D. Folkloric figure

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The equation of a circle with center (h,k) and radius r is given by
A. ( x^2 + y^2 = r^2 )
Correct B. ( (x - h)^2 + (y - k)^2 = r^2 )
C. ( x^2 + y^2 = h^2 + k^2 )
D. ( (x - h)^2 + (y - k)^2 = h^2 + k^2 )

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. Conical flask
D. Pipette

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The concept of 'Uthman dan Fodio' in Hausa culture refers to a type of
Correct A. Islamic scholar
B. Traditional leader
C. Folkloric figure
D. Ancestral deity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The equation of a line passing through the points (x1,y1) and (x2,y2) is given by
A. ( y - y_1 = rac{x_2 - x_1}{y_2 - y_1}(y - y_1) )
Correct B. ( y - y_1 = rac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}(x - x_1) )
C. ( y - y_1 = rac{x_2 - x_1}{y_2 - y_1}(x - x_1) )
D. ( y - y_1 = rac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}(x_2 - x_1) )

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the significance of the 1966 military coup?
A. It led to the establishment of the First Republic
Correct B. It marked the beginning of military rule in Nigeria
C. It resulted in the secession of the Eastern Region
D. It led to the formation of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
Solve for x in the equation ( rac{2x}{x-1} + rac{3x}{x+1} = 5 )
A. x = 2
B. x = 1
Correct C. x = 3
D. x = 4

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
What is the main difference between the 1999 Constitution and the 1963 Constitution?
A. The 1999 Constitution has a more detailed bill of rights
Correct B. The 1999 Constitution has a more decentralized system of government
C. The 1999 Constitution has a more powerful executive
D. The 1999 Constitution has a more restrictive definition of citizenship

Correct Answer: B

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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 700 km, how long does the journey take?
A. 5 hours
Correct B. 6 hours
C. 7 hours
D. 8 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
What is the significance of the 1983 general election in Nigerian politics?
A. It marked the beginning of democratic rule in Nigeria
B. It led to the establishment of the Second Republic
Correct C. It resulted in the overthrow of the Shagari government
D. It led to the formation of the National Party of Nigeria

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
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 12
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the role of the National Assembly?
Correct A. To make laws for the good governance of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President
C. To approve the budget of the Federal Government
D. To declare war on behalf of Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
B. Infringement of individual rights
Correct C. Conflict between the Executive and the Legislature
D. Inflation and economic instability

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
B. Infringement of individual rights
Correct C. Conflict between the Executive and the Legislature
D. Inflation and economic instability

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The concept of 'rule of law' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
Correct B. Infringement of individual rights
C. Conflict between the Executive and the Legislature
D. Inflation and economic instability

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The concept of 'due process' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
Correct B. Infringement of individual rights
C. Conflict between the Executive and the Legislature
D. Inflation and economic instability

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The concept of 'natural justice' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
Correct B. Infringement of individual rights
C. Conflict between the Executive and the Legislature
D. Inflation and economic instability

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The concept of 'equality before the law' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
Correct B. Infringement of individual rights
C. Conflict between the Executive and the Legislature
D. Inflation and economic instability

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The concept of 'non-discrimination' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
Correct B. Infringement of individual rights
C. Conflict between the Executive and the Legislature
D. Inflation and economic instability

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The concept of 'freedom of expression' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
Correct B. Infringement of individual rights
C. Conflict between the Executive and the Legislature
D. Inflation and economic instability

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The Oyo Empire was a powerful pre-colonial state in what region of Nigeria?
A. North
B. South
Correct C. West
D. East

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
What is the primary function of the OPEC in the global energy market?
A. To regulate oil production
Correct B. To control oil prices
C. To promote oil exploration
D. To ensure oil security

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of what African philosophy?
Correct A. Ubuntu
B. Sankofa
C. Ujamaa
D. Ubuntu is not an African philosophy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of what African philosophy?
Correct A. Ubuntu
B. Sankofa
C. Ujamaa
D. Ubuntu is not an African philosophy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of what African philosophy?
Correct A. Ubuntu
B. Sankofa
C. Ujamaa
D. Ubuntu is not an African philosophy

Correct Answer: A

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