POST UTME UNIBEN 2021 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
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 community ties
C. Individual identity is independent of community
D. Individual identity is in conflict with community

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary impact of the Berlin Conference of 1884-85 on the country?
A. It led to the Scramble for Africa
B. It established Nigeria as a British colony
C. It created the modern Nigerian state
Correct D. It led to the partitioning of Africa

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on agricultural productivity in Nigeria. What statistical analysis would be most appropriate for this study?
Correct A. Regression analysis
B. Time series analysis
C. ANOVA
D. Chi-square test

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A diagram of a simple electric circuit is shown below. What is the total resistance of the circuit?
Correct A. R1 + R2
B. R1 - R2
C. R1 * R2
D. R1 / R2

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A diagram of a simple harmonic motion is shown below. What is the amplitude of the motion?
A. The distance from the equilibrium position to the maximum displacement
B. The distance from the equilibrium position to the minimum displacement
Correct C. The maximum displacement from the equilibrium position
D. The minimum displacement from the equilibrium position

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
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 regional peace and security
B. Fostering economic cooperation and integration
Correct C. Developing a common currency for member states
D. Providing humanitarian assistance to affected communities

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The Niger Delta region is rich in oil and gas resources. What is the main environmental impact of oil spills in this region?
A. Loss of biodiversity and habitat destruction
B. Soil pollution and groundwater contamination
C. Air pollution and respiratory diseases
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The United Nations (UN) has 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main purposes of the UN?
A. Maintaining international peace and security
B. Promoting sustainable development and economic growth
C. Providing humanitarian assistance to affected communities
Correct D. Regulating international trade and commerce

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) was established in 1976 to provide financial assistance to developing countries. What is the main objective of OFID?
Correct A. Promoting economic growth and development
B. Providing humanitarian assistance to affected communities
C. Fostering regional peace and security
D. Supporting environmental conservation efforts

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The African Union (AU) has 55 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of the AU?
A. Promoting regional peace and security
B. Fostering economic cooperation and integration
Correct C. Developing a common currency for member states
D. Providing humanitarian assistance to affected communities

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
Which of the following Nigerian leaders played a key role in the country's transition to democracy in 1999?
Correct A. Olusegun Obasanjo
B. Abiola
C. Ibrahim Babangida
D. Sani Abacha

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
What is the primary cause of the 2012 Nigeria fuel subsidy removal protests?
A. Price increase
B. Shortage of fuel
Correct C. Removal of subsidy
D. Increase in transportation costs

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
What is the name of the Nigerian university that was established in 1962?
A. University of Lagos
Correct B. University of Ibadan
C. University of Nigeria
D. University of Benin

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?
Correct A. Photosynthesis
B. Respiration
C. Transpiration
D. Osmosis

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
What is the term for the movement of water from the roots to the leaves of a plant?
Correct A. Transpiration
B. Respiration
C. Photosynthesis
D. Osmosis

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
What is the name of the Nigerian state with the highest population?
Correct A. Lagos
B. Kano
C. Kaduna
D. Sokoto

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
What is the term for the process by which an organism's genetic information is passed from one generation to the next?
A. Heritage
Correct B. Inheritance
C. Genetics
D. Evolution

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
What is the name of the Nigerian river that flows through the Niger Delta?
Correct A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Kaduna River
D. Sokoto River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
What is the term for the movement of tectonic plates that results in the creation of mountains?
A. Plate Tectonics
Correct B. Mountain Building
C. Volcanic Eruption
D. Weathering and Erosion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
What is the name of the Nigerian city that is known for its ancient rock art?
A. Kano
B. Kaduna
C. Sokoto
Correct D. Jos

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
What is the term for the process by which an organism's genetic information is altered?
Correct A. Mutation
B. Genetic Drift
C. Natural Selection
D. Gene Expression

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
What is the name of the Nigerian state with the highest number of local governments?
A. Kano
B. Kaduna
C. Sokoto
D. Lagos

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 23
The Niger Delta region is rich in which of the following resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The pre-colonial administration of the Hausa Kingdom was characterized by which of the following?
A. A decentralized system of government
Correct B. A centralized system of government
C. A feudal system of government
D. A tribal system of government

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of which of the following?
A. Individualism
Correct B. Collectivism
C. Humanism
D. Materialism

Correct Answer: B

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