POST UTME ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY 2023 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has a total of 15 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. Promoting regional security and stability
B. Fostering economic cooperation and development
C. Encouraging cultural exchange and understanding
D. Establishing a single currency for all member states
Question 2
What is the primary purpose of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
A. To promote economic growth and development
B. To reduce poverty and inequality
C. To protect the environment and promote sustainable development
D. To improve healthcare and education
Question 3
Solve for x in the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 )
A. 10
B. 100
C. 1000
D. 10000
Question 4
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was established in 1960 with the aim of coordinating the petroleum policies of its member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main goals of OPEC?
A. Stabilizing oil prices
B. Increasing oil production
C. Promoting economic development
D. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Question 5
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical Nigerian household. What is the name of the building material used for the roof?
A. Thatched Roof
B. Metal Roof
C. Concrete Roof
D. Wooden Roof
Question 6
The Nigerian government has implemented various policies to promote the development of the country's oil and gas sector. Which of the following policies is NOT a key component of the Nigerian Content Development and Implementation Strategy (NCDIS)?
A. Local Content Development
B. Capacity Building
C. Infrastructure Development
D. Environmental Protection
Question 7
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of them use the internet at least once a day. If 80% of the respondents are between the ages of 18 and 35, what is the probability that a randomly selected respondent is between the ages of 18 and 35 and uses the internet at least once a day?
A. 0.48
B. 0.52
C. 0.60
D. 0.80
Question 8
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is a multilateral development bank that aims to promote economic development in Africa. Which of the following is NOT one of the main areas of focus for the AfDB?
A. Infrastructure development
B. Private sector development
C. Human development
D. Establishing a single currency for all African countries
Question 9
The 'Abidjan Convention' is a regional agreement aimed at protecting the marine and coastal environment of West and Central Africa. What is the main objective of the Abidjan Convention?
A. To promote sustainable fishing practices
B. To protect marine biodiversity
C. To prevent pollution of the marine environment
D. To promote tourism in coastal areas
Question 10
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. To promote free movement of people and goods among member states
B. To establish a common currency among member states
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To promote the use of English as the official language of member states
Question 11
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 security and stability
B. Fostering economic cooperation and development
C. Encouraging cultural exchange and understanding
D. Establishing a single currency for all member states
Question 12
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Sokoto Caliphate?
A. External pressures from European colonizers
B. Internal conflicts and power struggles
C. Economic decline and lack of resources
D. Religious differences and conflicts
Question 13
The Nigerian government has implemented various policies to promote the development of the country's agricultural sector. Which of the following policies is NOT a key component of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (ATA)?
A. Crop Diversification
B. Livestock Development
C. Infrastructure Development
D. Environmental Protection
Question 14
The 'Economic Community of West African States' (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration in West Africa. What is the main objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free trade among member states
B. To promote economic development in West Africa
C. To promote peace and security in West Africa
D. To promote cultural exchange among member states
Question 15
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 70% of them use a smartphone. If 80% of the respondents are between the ages of 18 and 35, what is the probability that a randomly selected respondent is between the ages of 18 and 35 and uses a smartphone?
A. 0.56
B. 0.60
C. 0.64
D. 0.80

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