POST UTME NOUN 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Old Oyo Empire?
Correct A. Internal conflicts and external pressures
B. Economic decline and environmental degradation
C. Drought and famine
D. Slavery and the transatlantic trade

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
A. ( x = -3 )
Correct B. ( x = 1 )
C. ( x = -1 )
D. ( x = 3 )

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. To synthesize proteins
Correct B. To generate energy for the cell
C. To store genetic information
D. To regulate cell growth

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
What is the main difference between a monopsony and a monopoly?
Correct A. A monopsony has a single buyer, while a monopoly has a single seller
B. A monopsony has a single seller, while a monopoly has a single buyer
C. A monopsony has a single buyer and a single seller
D. A monopoly has a single buyer and a single seller

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
What is the formula for the area of a circle?
Correct A. ( A = pi r^2 )
B. ( A = 2pi r )
C. ( A = pi r )
D. ( A = 2pi r^2 )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The Hausa Kingdoms were known for their expertise in the production of which of the following commodities?
A. Textiles
B. Metals
Correct C. Dyes
D. Spices

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The concept of 'Ugbo' in Igbo culture refers to?
A. A type of Igbo deity
B. A form of Igbo traditional governance
Correct C. A type of Igbo social organization
D. A form of Igbo art

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was led by?
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 9
The novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe is set in which of the following Igbo villages?
Correct A. Umuofia
B. Mbanta
C. Abame
D. Okonkwo's village

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The concept of 'Jihad' in Islamic tradition refers to?
A. A type of Islamic prayer
B. A form of Islamic governance
C. A type of Islamic social organization
Correct D. A form of Islamic holy war

Correct Answer: D

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Question 11
The 2014 National Conference in Nigeria was convened to address which of the following issues?
A. The Boko Haram insurgency
B. The Niger Delta crisis
Correct C. The 2015 general elections
D. The fuel subsidy removal

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
What is the primary function of the World Health Organization (WHO) in the context of global health?
A. To provide medical aid to countries in need
B. To set international health standards
Correct C. To coordinate global responses to pandemics
D. To conduct medical research

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of which of the following values?
A. Individualism
Correct B. Collectivism
C. Human rights
D. Social justice

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has highlighted the importance of which of the following public health strategies?
A. Vaccination
Correct B. Social distancing
C. Contact tracing
D. Herd immunity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The concept of 'sustainable development' in the context of the United Nations' Agenda 2030 emphasizes the importance of which of the following principles?
A. Economic growth
B. Social justice
Correct C. Environmental protection
D. Human rights

Correct Answer: C

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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
A vector θ has a magnitude of 5 units and makes an angle of 30° with the positive x-axis. What is the x-component of θ?
A. 2.5
Correct B. 4.33
C. 5
D. 7.07

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a simple 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. In a circular path around the circuit
D. In a straight line from the battery to the resistor

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The United Nations (UN) has a total of 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the six main organs of the UN?
A. General Assembly
B. Security Council
C. Economic and Social Council
Correct D. International Court of Justice

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
A population of 1000 bacteria is growing at a rate of 20% per hour. What is the population after 3 hours?
A. 1600
B. 2000
Correct C. 2400
D. 3000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
Correct A. Constitutional Conference
B. National Assembly
C. Executive Council
D. Judicial Review

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in which of the following international agreements?
A. Rio Declaration
B. Paris Agreement
C. United Nations Convention on Climate Change
Correct D. Agenda 21

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) was established in which year?
Correct A. 1976
B. 1977
C. 1978
D. 1979

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The concept of 'ecosystem services' was first introduced by which of the following authors?
A. E.O. Wilson
B. Rachel Carson
Correct C. Aldo Leopold
D. Garrett Hardin

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The 2015 Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below which of the following temperatures?
Correct A. 1.5°C
B. 2°C
C. 3°C
D. 4°C

Correct Answer: A

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