POST UTME VERITAS UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1 View Details
The Oyo Empire was a powerful empire in what region of Nigeria?
A. North
B. South
Correct C. West
D. East

Correct Answer: C

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

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3 View Details
The diagram below shows a titration setup. What is the purpose of the burette?
Correct A. To measure the volume of the solution
B. To mix the solution
C. To filter the solution
D. To heat the solution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4 View Details
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) was formed in which year?
A. 1960
Correct B. 1973
C. 1980
D. 1990

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5 View Details
The diagram below shows a simple black and white chemistry apparatus showing titration setup. What is the purpose of the pipette?
Correct A. To measure the volume of the solution
B. To mix the solution
C. To filter the solution
D. To heat the solution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6 View Details
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to reduce the country's carbon footprint. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this policy?
Correct A. Increased reliance on renewable energy sources
B. Reduced economic growth
C. Increased energy costs for consumers
D. Decreased energy efficiency

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7 View Details
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of generating a profit of ₦100,000 and a 80% chance of generating a profit of ₦50,000. What is the expected profit from the project?
A. ₦80,000
Correct B. ₦90,000
C. ₦100,000
D. ₦110,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8 View Details
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the ecosystem. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change?
A. Increased biodiversity
B. Decreased water levels
Correct C. Increased sea levels
D. Decreased air pollution

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9 View Details
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 30% chance of generating a profit of ₦150,000 and a 70% chance of generating a profit of ₦75,000. What is the expected profit from the project?
A. ₦105,000
Correct B. ₦115,000
C. ₦125,000
D. ₦135,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10 View Details
A researcher is studying the effects of pollution on the environment. Which of the following is a likely consequence of pollution?
A. Increased air quality
Correct B. Decreased water quality
C. Increased soil quality
D. Decreased noise pollution

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11 View Details
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Sokoto Caliphate?
A. Economic decline
B. External pressures
Correct C. Internal conflicts
D. Environmental factors

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12 View Details
A company has a profit of 10,000 and a total of 10 employees. If the profit is to be shared equally among the employees, what is the profit per employee?
Correct A. 1000
B. 2000
C. 5000
D. 10000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13 View Details
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 800 km, how many hours will the journey take?
A. 4 hours
Correct B. 6 hours
C. 8 hours
D. 10 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14 View Details
A diagram of a simple electric circuit is shown below. If the circuit is connected to a 6V battery, what is the total resistance of the circuit?
A. 2 ohms
B. 4 ohms
Correct C. 6 ohms
D. 8 ohms

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15 View Details
A company has a total of 1000 shares outstanding. If 10% of the shares are held by the company's founder, how many shares are held by the founder?
Correct A. 100 shares
B. 200 shares
C. 500 shares
D. 1000 shares

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16 View Details
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to the overthrow of which of the following heads of state?
A. Tafawa Balewa
B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Correct C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Nnamdi Azikiwe

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17 View Details
The Niger Delta region is rich in which of the following natural resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18 View Details
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
Correct D. Zulu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19 View Details
The process of photosynthesis occurs in which of the following parts of a plant?
A. Roots
B. Stem
Correct C. Leaves
D. Flowers

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20 View Details
The concept of 'sustainability' is most closely associated with which of the following environmental issues?
Correct A. Climate Change
B. Biodiversity Loss
C. Water Pollution
D. Deforestation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21 View Details
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 22 View Details
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
Correct A. To promote economic integration among its member states
B. To provide a common currency for its member states
C. To promote political unity among its member states
D. To provide military protection for its member states

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23 View Details
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
A. ( x = - rac{5}{4} )
Correct B. ( x = rac{3}{2} )
C. ( x = - rac{3}{4} )
D. ( x = rac{5}{2} )

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24 View Details
The diagram below shows a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what will happen to the current flowing through the circuit?
Correct A. The current will increase
B. The current will decrease
C. The current will remain the same
D. The current will become zero

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25 View Details
What is the main purpose of the United Nations (UN)?
Correct A. To promote peace and security among its member states
B. To provide economic aid to its member states
C. To promote social justice and human rights
D. To provide military protection for its member states

Correct Answer: A

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