POST UTME ABU 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key principle of African philosophy, emphasizing the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'ubuntu'?
A. The idea that individuals are solely responsible for their own actions
B. The idea that individuals are part of a larger community and are responsible for one another
C. The idea that individuals should prioritize their own interests above all else
D. The idea that individuals should avoid conflict and compromise at all costs
Question 2
In the context of environmental education, what is the term for the process by which the environment is degraded or destroyed?
A. Environmental degradation
B. Ecological footprint
C. Sustainable development
D. Climate change
Question 3
The African Union (AU) has a number of key objectives, including promoting economic integration and regional security. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving these objectives?
A. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
B. The African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA)
C. The African Development Bank (AfDB)
D. The African Union Commission (AUC)
Question 4
The concept of 'ubuntu' in pre-colonial Africa refers to the idea that a person is a person because of other people. What is the name of the African philosopher who first articulated this concept?
A. John Mbiti
B. Kwame Nkrumah
C. Leopold Sedar Senghor
D. Cheikh Anta Diop
Question 5
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key principle of African philosophy, emphasizing the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'ubuntu'?
A. The idea that individuals are solely responsible for their own actions
B. The idea that individuals are part of a larger community and are responsible for one another
C. The idea that individuals should prioritize their own interests above all else
D. The idea that individuals should avoid conflict and compromise at all costs
Question 6
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of failure and a 30% chance of moderate success. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦10,000
B. ₦15,000
C. ₦20,000
D. ₦25,000
Question 7
A government is considering the implementation of a new policy to address the issue of poverty. What is the primary goal of this policy?
A. To reduce inequality
B. To increase economic growth
C. To improve access to education
D. To reduce poverty
Question 8
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 societies
B. It is a celebration of traditional African culture and values
C. It is a portrayal of the struggles of Nigerian women during the colonial era
D. It is a depiction of the effects of modernization on traditional African societies
Question 9
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 960 km, how long does the journey take?
A. 10 hours
B. 12 hours
C. 14 hours
D. 16 hours
Question 10
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a certain species. The population is modeled by the logistic equation ( rac{dP}{dt} = rP(1 - rac{P}{K}) ). What is the carrying capacity of the population?
A. 100
B. 200
C. 300
D. 400
Question 11
A firm produces 1000 units of a product at a cost of ₦500 per unit. If the selling price is ₦600 per unit, what is the profit made by the firm?
A. ₦200,000
B. ₦250,000
C. ₦300,000
D. ₦350,000
Question 12
In the context of environmental education, what is the term for the process by which the environment is degraded or destroyed?
A. Environmental degradation
B. Ecological footprint
C. Sustainable development
D. Climate change
Question 13
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a plant cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for protein synthesis?
A. nucleus
B. mitochondria
C. ribosomes
D. lysosomes
Question 14
The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended) guarantees the right to freedom of expression. However, this right is not absolute. What is the limitation on this right?
A. The right to freedom of expression can be limited by the government in times of war or public emergency.
B. The right to freedom of expression can be limited by the government to prevent the spread of false information.
C. The right to freedom of expression can be limited by the government to protect the rights of others.
D. The right to freedom of expression can be limited by the government to maintain public order.
Question 15
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to increase the production of renewable energy in the country. The policy aims to increase the share of renewable energy in the energy mix from 10% to 30% by 2030. What is the rate of increase in the share of renewable energy?
A. 10%
B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%

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