POST UTME SKYLINE UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of them use public transportation, 20% use private cars, and 20% walk or bike. If a random sample of 50 Nigerians is selected, what is the probability that at least 30 of them use public transportation?
A. 0.05
B. 0.10
C. 0.15
D. 0.20
Question 2
In the context of Logic and Critical Thinking, what is the fallacy of ad hominem?
A. Attacking the argument rather than the person
B. Ignoring the argument and focusing on the person
C. Using personal attacks to discredit the argument
D. Focusing on the person's credentials rather than the argument
Question 3
A diagram of the OPEC member countries is shown below. Which of the following countries is NOT a member of OPEC?
A. Nigeria
B. Saudi Arabia
C. United States
D. Canada
Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Federal Character Principle
C. Rule of Law
D. Principle of Federalism
Question 5
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. Promoting peace and security in the region
B. Fostering economic cooperation and integration
C. Providing humanitarian assistance to affected communities
D. Establishing a common currency for all member states
Question 6
The concept of 'Federal Character' was introduced in the 1979 Constitution to promote?
A. Unity and Indivisibility of Nigeria
B. Equitable Distribution of Resources
C. Promotion of National Integration
D. Encouragement of Regionalism
Question 7
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of them use public transportation, 20% use private cars, and 20% walk or bike. If a random sample of 50 Nigerians is selected, what is the probability that at least 30 of them use public transportation?
A. 0.05
B. 0.10
C. 0.15
D. 0.20
Question 8
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Kanem-Bornu Empire?
A. Internal conflicts and external pressures
B. Environmental degradation and climate change
C. Economic decline and trade disruptions
D. Religious conflicts and power struggles
Question 9
A company is considering investing in a new project in Nigeria. Which of the following is a key factor to consider in the investment decision?
A. The potential return on investment
B. The risk of the investment
C. The impact on the environment
D. All of the above
Question 10
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government with a strong emphasis on the powers of the states. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. A strong central government with limited powers to the states
C. A system of government where the states have significant autonomy and powers
D. A presidential system of government with a weak legislature
Question 11
What is the main theme of Chinua Achebe's novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The struggle for independence in Nigeria
B. The impact of colonialism on traditional African societies
C. The role of women in traditional African societies
D. The importance of education in African societies
Question 12
In the context of Basic ICT and Digital Literacy, what is the primary function of a firewall?
A. To block malicious traffic and protect against cyber threats
B. To filter and prioritize network traffic
C. To encrypt and decrypt data
D. To manage and allocate network resources
Question 13
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central tenet of African philosophy, emphasizing the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the individual and the community in 'ubuntu'?
A. The individual is separate from the community
B. The individual is part of the community, but with their own identity
C. The individual's identity is tied to the community's well-being
D. The community is responsible for the individual's well-being
Question 14
What is the primary function of the United Nations (UN)?
A. To promote peace and security among member states
B. To provide humanitarian aid to affected countries
C. To promote economic development among member states
D. To establish a common currency for member states
Question 15
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does it mean?
A. Humanity towards all living things
B. The interconnectedness of all things
C. The importance of community and social bonds
D. The pursuit of individual success and wealth

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