POST UTME PAN-ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Hausa-Fulani oligarchy in pre-colonial Nigeria was characterized by which of the following?
A. Patron-client relationships
B. Feudalism
C. Slavery
D. Castes
Question 2
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 700km, how many hours will the journey take?
A. 5 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 7 hours
D. 8 hours
Question 3
In the context of Nigerian literature, what is the significance of the novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. It is a critique of colonialism and its impact on African culture
B. It is a celebration of traditional African values
C. It is a portrayal of the struggles of Nigerian women
D. It is a depiction of the horrors of the Biafran War
Question 4
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a Nigerian ecosystem. Which of the following is a characteristic of the ecosystem?
A. High biodiversity
B. Low primary productivity
C. High nutrient cycling
D. Low species richness
Question 5
The diagram below represents a Nigerian landmark. What is the name of the landmark?
A. The National Assembly Building
B. The National Mosque
C. The National Museum
D. The National Stadium
Question 6
The diagram below represents a Nigerian ecosystem. Which of the following is a characteristic of the ecosystem?
A. High biodiversity
B. Low primary productivity
C. High nutrient cycling
D. Low species richness
Question 7
A surveyor is tasked with measuring the perimeter of a rectangular field. The length and width of the field are given as 25m and 15m, respectively. What is the total cost of fencing the field at ₦200 per meter?
A. ₦12,000
B. ₦13,000
C. ₦14,000
D. ₦15,000
Question 8
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
A. ( x = -1.5 )
B. ( x = 1.5 )
C. ( x = -3 )
D. ( x = 3 )
Question 9
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to the philosophy of African communalism. What does the term 'ubuntu' mean?
A. Humanity towards others
B. Humanity towards oneself
C. Humanity towards animals
D. Humanity towards plants
Question 10
The concept of 'sankofa' is central to the philosophy of African communalism. What does the term 'sankofa' mean?
A. Go back and fetch it
B. Move forward and forget the past
C. Learn from the past and move forward
D. Forget the past and move forward
Question 11
What is the primary source of energy for the Nigerian economy?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Petroleum
Question 12
A company is considering investing in a new renewable energy project in Nigeria. Which of the following financial metrics would be most relevant for evaluating the project's viability?
A. Net present value (NPV)
B. Internal rate of return (IRR)
C. Payback period
D. Return on investment (ROI)
Question 13
The diagram below represents a circuit used to measure the resistance of a conductor. What is the function of the ammeter in the circuit?
A. To measure the voltage across the conductor
B. To measure the current flowing through the conductor
C. To measure the resistance of the conductor
D. To measure the power consumed by the conductor
Question 14
In the context of Nigerian literature, what is the significance of the novel 'Half of a Yellow Sun'?
A. It is a portrayal of the struggles of Nigerian women during the Biafran War
B. It is a critique of the Nigerian military's role in the Biafran War
C. It is a celebration of traditional African values
D. It is a depiction of the horrors of the Biafran War
Question 15
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)?
A. To explore and produce petroleum in Nigeria
B. To regulate the activities of oil companies in Nigeria
C. To provide financial assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises
D. To declare war on behalf of Nigeria

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