POST UTME VERITAS UNIVERSITY 2021 Commerce | Objective

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Question 1
A consumer protection agency has been sued by a company for allegedly violating the Consumer Protection Act. The agency's defense is that the company failed to provide adequate proof of the alleged violations. Which of the following is a valid defense under the Consumer Protection Act?
A. Lack of evidence
Correct B. Insufficient proof
C. Failure to comply with regulations
D. Inadequate consumer awareness

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A company has a sole trader business structure. What is the primary advantage of this structure?
A. Limited liability
B. Unlimited liability
Correct C. Easy to set up
D. Flexibility in decision-making

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
A bank has a loan of ₦1,000,000 with an interest rate of 10% per annum compounded annually. What is the amount after 2 years?
A. ₦1,220,000
B. ₦1,221,000
Correct C. ₦1,222,000
D. ₦1,223,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
A company has a marketing strategy that involves creating a new product line. What is the primary goal of this strategy?
A. To increase market share
B. To reduce production costs
Correct C. To create a new revenue stream
D. To improve brand image

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
A company has a risk management strategy that involves diversification. What is the primary benefit of this strategy?
Correct A. Reduced risk
B. Increased risk
C. Improved cash flow
D. Enhanced reputation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
In a perfectly competitive market, the demand curve for a firm's product is its
Correct A. marginal revenue curve
B. marginal cost curve
C. average revenue curve
D. average cost curve

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A firm's revenue is maximized when its marginal revenue equals its
A. marginal cost
B. average cost
Correct C. marginal revenue
D. average revenue

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The concept of consumer sovereignty implies that
A. consumers have complete control over the market
B. firms have complete control over the market
Correct C. consumers have the freedom to choose among various products
D. firms have the freedom to choose among various products

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
A firm's profit-maximizing output is determined by the point where its
Correct A. marginal revenue curve intersects its marginal cost curve
B. average revenue curve intersects its average cost curve
C. marginal cost curve intersects its average revenue curve
D. average cost curve intersects its marginal revenue curve

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The concept of opportunity cost refers to the
Correct A. maximum amount that a consumer is willing to pay for a good
B. minimum amount that a consumer is willing to pay for a good
C. maximum amount that a producer is willing to pay for a good
D. minimum amount that a producer is willing to pay for a good

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The concept of comparative advantage in international trade is based on the idea that countries should specialize in producing goods for which they have a lower opportunity cost. Which of the following is a correct example of comparative advantage?
A. Country A produces 100 units of wheat and 50 units of cloth, while Country B produces 50 units of wheat and 100 units of cloth.
Correct B. Country A produces 100 units of wheat and 50 units of cloth, while Country B produces 50 units of wheat and 75 units of cloth.
C. Country A produces 100 units of wheat and 50 units of cloth, while Country B produces 75 units of wheat and 100 units of cloth.
D. Country A produces 100 units of wheat and 50 units of cloth, while Country B produces 50 units of wheat and 50 units of cloth.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
A firm's marketing mix consists of four main elements: product, price, promotion, and place. Which of the following is a correct example of a product element?
A. A firm's sales force is responsible for promoting its products to customers.
Correct B. A firm's product is designed to meet the needs of a specific target market.
C. A firm's pricing strategy is determined by its cost structure and market conditions.
D. A firm's distribution channels are used to deliver its products to customers.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
A firm's warehouse is responsible for storing and managing its inventory. Which of the following is a correct example of a warehouse function?
A. Receiving and inspecting incoming goods.
Correct B. Storing and managing inventory levels.
C. Picking and packing orders for shipment.
D. Shipping and delivering goods to customers.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
A firm's supply chain consists of all the activities involved in producing and delivering its products to customers. Which of the following is a correct example of a supply chain activity?
A. Designing and manufacturing products.
B. Storing and managing inventory levels.
Correct C. Shipping and delivering goods to customers.
D. Paying suppliers for raw materials.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
A firm's marketing strategy is designed to meet the needs of its target market. Which of the following is a correct example of a marketing strategy?
Correct A. A firm's product is designed to meet the needs of a specific target market.
B. A firm's pricing strategy is determined by its cost structure and market conditions.
C. A firm's distribution channels are used to deliver its products to customers.
D. A firm's sales force is responsible for promoting its products to customers.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
A firm's production process involves the transformation of raw materials into finished goods. Which of the following is a correct example of a production process?
Correct A. Designing and manufacturing products.
B. Storing and managing inventory levels.
C. Shipping and delivering goods to customers.
D. Paying suppliers for raw materials.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A firm's foreign trade involves the exchange of goods and services with other countries. Which of the following is a correct example of foreign trade?
Correct A. A firm exports goods to another country.
B. A firm imports goods from another country.
C. A firm produces goods for domestic consumption.
D. A firm distributes goods to its customers.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
A firm's home trade involves the exchange of goods and services within its own country. Which of the following is a correct example of home trade?
A. A firm exports goods to another country.
B. A firm imports goods from another country.
Correct C. A firm produces goods for domestic consumption.
D. A firm distributes goods to its customers.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
A firm's marketing mix consists of four main elements: product, price, promotion, and place. Which of the following is a correct example of a promotion element?
A. A firm's sales force is responsible for promoting its products to customers.
B. A firm's product is designed to meet the needs of a specific target market.
C. A firm's pricing strategy is determined by its cost structure and market conditions.
D. A firm's distribution channels are used to deliver its products to customers.

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 20
The concept of 'Limited Liability' is most closely associated with which of the following business units?
A. Sole Trade
B. Partnership
Correct C. Company
D. Cooperative

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
A company's 'Statement of Profit or Loss' is a financial statement that presents the results of its operations over a specific period. Which of the following is NOT a component of this statement?
A. Revenue
B. Cost of Goods Sold
C. Operating Expenses
Correct D. Dividend

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
A firm's 'Break-Even Point' is the point at which its total revenue equals its total fixed and variable costs. Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects a firm's Break-Even Point?
A. Selling Price
B. Fixed Costs
C. Variable Costs
Correct D. Market Demand

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
A company's 'Balance Sheet' is a financial statement that presents its financial position at a specific point in time. Which of the following is NOT a component of this statement?
A. Assets
B. Liabilities
C. Equity
Correct D. Revenue

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
A firm's 'Cash Flow Statement' is a financial statement that presents its inflows and outflows of cash over a specific period. Which of the following is NOT a component of this statement?
A. Operating Activities
B. Investing Activities
C. Financing Activities
Correct D. Profit

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
A company's 'Statement of Changes in Equity' is a financial statement that presents the changes in its equity over a specific period. Which of the following is NOT a component of this statement?
A. Retained Earnings
B. Dividends
C. Share Capital
Correct D. Revenue

Correct Answer: D

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