POST UTME OAU 2021 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of Nigerian Literature, what is the significance of the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe?
Correct A. It is a critique of colonialism and its impact on African culture.
B. It is a celebration of traditional African values and customs.
C. It is a romanticized portrayal of pre-colonial African society.
D. It is a historical account of the Igbo people's struggle for independence.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
What is the primary cause of the deforestation in the Niger Delta region?
A. Over-reliance on fossil fuels and industrial activities.
B. Climate change and natural disasters.
C. Agricultural expansion and urbanization.
Correct D. Lack of environmental regulations and enforcement.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the significance of the 1966 military coup?
A. It marked the beginning of Nigeria's transition to democracy.
B. It led to the establishment of a civilian government.
Correct C. It resulted in the overthrow of the First Republic.
D. It paved the way for the country's independence from British colonial rule.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
What is the primary source of Nigeria's revenue?
Correct A. Petroleum exports.
B. Agricultural products.
C. Manufactured goods.
D. Services sector.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
What is the significance of the concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy?
A. It emphasizes individualism and self-reliance.
Correct B. It highlights the importance of community and interdependence.
C. It promotes a sense of nationalism and patriotism.
D. It encourages a culture of competition and rivalry.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Kanem-Bornu Empire?
Correct A. Internal conflicts and external pressures
B. Environmental factors and climate change
C. Economic decline and trade disruptions
D. Religious conflicts and power struggles

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
Solve for x in the equation ( rac{2x+5}{3} = 7 )
A. 9
Correct B. 11
C. 13
D. 15

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
Which of the following is a characteristic of a sustainable ecosystem?
Correct A. High biodiversity and low population growth
B. Low biodiversity and high population growth
C. High population growth and low resource use
D. Low population growth and high resource use

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. Protein synthesis and cell signaling
Correct B. Energy production and cell division
C. Cell growth and differentiation
D. Cell death and apoptosis

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
What is the name of the economic system where the government controls the means of production?
A. Capitalism
B. Socialism
Correct C. Communism
D. Fascism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of a National Assembly, which is a bicameral legislature comprising the Senate and the House of Representatives. What is the primary function of the National Assembly?
Correct A. To make laws for the peace, order, and good government of Nigeria
B. To exercise judicial powers over the President and other public officials
C. To appoint and remove the Chief Justice of Nigeria
D. To control the finances of the Federal Government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the ecosystem of a particular region. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change on the region's biodiversity?
A. Increased species richness
B. Decreased species richness
C. No change in species richness
Correct D. Increased species extinction

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
A company has a budget of ₦100,000 to spend on advertising. If the cost of advertising on television is ₦50,000 and the cost of advertising on radio is ₦30,000, what is the maximum amount the company can spend on advertising on social media?
Correct A. ₦20,000
B. ₦30,000
C. ₦40,000
D. ₦50,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between Lagos and Abuja is 600 km, how many hours will the car take to travel from Lagos to Abuja?
A. 4 hours
Correct B. 5 hours
C. 6 hours
D. 7 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
A researcher is studying the effects of a new medication on patients with a particular disease. If the medication has a 90% success rate, what is the probability that a patient will not respond to the medication?
Correct A. 10%
B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%

Correct Answer: A

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

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on agricultural productivity in Nigeria. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change on agricultural productivity?
A. Increased crop yields
Correct B. Decreased crop yields
C. No effect on crop yields
D. Increased crop diversity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a net present value (NPV) of ₦1,000,000 and a payback period of 5 years. What is the internal rate of return (IRR) of the project?
A. 10%
Correct B. 15%
C. 20%
D. 25%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
A firm is considering two investment projects. Project A has a cost of ₦500,000 and a benefit of ₦750,000, while Project B has a cost of ₦750,000 and a benefit of ₦1,000,000. Which project should the firm choose?
A. Project A
Correct B. Project B
C. Both projects are equally attractive
D. Neither project is attractive

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
A researcher is studying the effects of social media on mental health. Which of the following is a likely consequence of excessive social media use?
A. Improved mental health
Correct B. Worsened mental health
C. No effect on mental health
D. Improved physical health

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The Ooni of Ife is the traditional ruler of which Yoruba city-state?
Correct A. Ile-Ife
B. Ibadan
C. Oyo
D. Ijebu-Ode

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
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 23
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) is a multilateral development finance institution based in which country?
Correct A. Austria
B. Nigeria
C. Saudi Arabia
D. United Arab Emirates

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is the state-owned oil corporation of which country?
Correct A. Nigeria
B. Saudi Arabia
C. United Arab Emirates
D. Qatar

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is headquartered in which city?
Correct A. Nairobi
B. Geneva
C. New York
D. Paris

Correct Answer: A

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