POST UTME NOUN 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism
Correct B. collectivism
C. humanism
D. socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
The diagram below represents a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what will happen to the current flowing through the circuit?
A. The current will increase
B. The current will decrease
Correct C. The current will remain the same
D. The current will become negative

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
The graph below represents the relationship between the price of a commodity and the quantity demanded. What is the slope of the demand curve?
A. -2
Correct B. -1
C. 0
D. 1

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The diagram below represents a titration setup. If the burette contains 0.1 M HCl and the initial volume is 20 mL, what is the concentration of the NaOH solution if 25 mL of HCl is required to reach the equivalence point?
A. 0.05 M
B. 0.1 M
Correct C. 0.2 M
D. 0.5 M

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism
Correct B. collectivism
C. humanism
D. socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The Hausa Kingdoms of Kano, Katsina, and Zaria were known for their expertise in the production of which of the following?
Correct A. Textiles
B. Metals
C. Ceramics
D. Wooden carvings

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A population of 1000 bacteria is growing at a rate of 20% per hour. How many bacteria will there be after 3 hours?
A. 1200
B. 1400
Correct C. 1600
D. 1800

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The diagram below shows the life cycle of a plant. Which stage is represented by the label 'C'?
A. A
B. B
Correct C. C
D. D

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The equation of a straight line is given by ( y = 2x + 3 ). What is the value of y when x = 4?
A. 11
Correct B. 13
C. 15
D. 17

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The diagram below shows a simple electric circuit. What is the value of the current flowing through the circuit?
A. 2A
B. 4A
Correct C. 6A
D. 8A

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. What is the primary implication of this concept for individual identity?
Correct A. Individual identity is subsumed by the collective
B. Individual identity is reinforced by the collective
C. Individual identity is independent of the collective
D. Individual identity is in conflict with the collective

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A company's carbon footprint is estimated to be 10,000 tons per year. If the company reduces its carbon footprint by 20% through the implementation of renewable energy sources, what is the new carbon footprint?
Correct A. 8,000 tons
B. 9,000 tons
C. 10,500 tons
D. 12,000 tons

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
A diagram of the water cycle is shown below.
Correct A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. What is the primary implication of this concept for individual identity?
Correct A. Individual identity is subsumed by the collective
B. Individual identity is reinforced by the collective
C. Individual identity is independent of the collective
D. Individual identity is in conflict with the collective

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
A company's carbon footprint is estimated to be 10,000 tons per year. If the company reduces its carbon footprint by 20% through the implementation of renewable energy sources, what is the new carbon footprint?
Correct A. 8,000 tons
B. 9,000 tons
C. 10,500 tons
D. 12,000 tons

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The Hausa-Fulani oligarchy in the Sokoto Caliphate was characterized by which of the following?
A. A system of government where the Sultan held absolute power
B. A system of government where the Sultan was advised by a council of elders
C. A system of government where the Sultan was elected by the people
Correct D. A system of government where the Sultan was a figurehead with real power held by the Emirs

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
In a probability experiment, if P(A) = 0.4 and P(A ∩ B) = 0.2, what is the value of P(A ∪ B)?
Correct A. 0.6
B. 0.8
C. 0.9
D. 1.0

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what is the direction of the current flow?
Correct A. From the battery to the resistor
B. From the resistor to the battery
C. From the battery to the switch
D. From the switch to the resistor

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The graph below shows the relationship between the number of hours studied and the exam score. What is the slope of the line?
A. 2
Correct B. 3
C. 4
D. 5

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The equation of a circle is given by ( x^2 + y^2 = 4 ). What is the radius of the circle?
A. 1
Correct B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The diagram below shows a plant cell with a cell wall, a cell membrane, and a vacuole. 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 store water and nutrients
D. To synthesize proteins

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The graph below shows the relationship between the number of hours studied and the exam score. What is the y-intercept of the line?
A. 2
B. 3
Correct C. 4
D. 5

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The equation of a line is given by ( y = 2x + 3 ). What is the slope of the line?
A. 1
Correct B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Federal Character Principle
C. Rule of Law
Correct D. Principle of Federalism

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The concept of 'Utopia' in literature refers to a place of?
A. Perfect Happiness
B. Complete Harmony
Correct C. Ideal Society
D. Eternal Peace

Correct Answer: C

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