POST UTME BOWEN UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The United Nations (UN) has a total of 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the six main organs of the UN?
A. General Assembly
B. Security Council
C. International Court of Justice
Correct D. World Health Organization

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
A circuit consists of a 12V battery, a 4Ω resistor, and a 6Ω resistor connected in series. What is the total resistance of the circuit?
A. 8Ω
B. 10Ω
Correct C. 12Ω
D. 16Ω

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
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. Promote economic integration
B. Promote political integration
C. Promote social integration
Correct D. Promote environmental protection

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
A company has a total of 1000 shares outstanding, with a par value of ₦10 per share. If the company declares a 20% dividend, how much will each shareholder receive?
A. ₦200
Correct B. ₦250
C. ₦300
D. ₦350

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) has a total of 13 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of OPEC?
A. Promote oil production
Correct B. Promote oil consumption
C. Promote oil prices
D. Promote environmental protection

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
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 7
What is the name of the famous Nigerian writer who wrote the novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
Correct A. Chinua Achebe
B. Wole Soyinka
C. Ben Okri
D. Tayeb Salih

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of what African philosophy?
Correct A. Ubuntu
B. Ubuntuism
C. Ubuntu philosophy
D. Ubuntu ideology

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
What is the name of the Nigerian city that is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Kano
Correct D. Ibadan

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The concept of 'jollof rice' is a key aspect of what West African cuisine?
Correct A. Jollof rice
B. Fufu
C. Suya
D. Akara

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of a National Assembly, which consists of two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives. What is the primary function of the Senate?
Correct A. To represent the interests of the 36 states of the Federation
B. To represent the interests of the 774 local governments of the Federation
C. To make laws for the peace, order and good government of the Federation
D. To represent the interests of the three arms of government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central tenet of African philosophy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all people. What does the term 'ubuntu' literally mean in the Zulu language?
Correct A. I am because we are
B. We are because I am
C. I am because I am
D. We are because we are

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The 2014 Ebola outbreak in West Africa highlighted the importance of international cooperation in responding to public health crises. What was the primary role of the World Health Organization (WHO) in the response to the outbreak?
A. Providing medical supplies and equipment to affected countries
Correct B. Coordinating the response efforts of international partners
C. Developing and disseminating guidelines for infection control
D. Providing financial assistance to affected countries

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of the World Commission on Environment and Development. What is the primary goal of sustainable development?
Correct A. To meet the basic needs of all people
B. To ensure economic growth and development
C. To protect the environment and natural resources
D. To reduce poverty and inequality

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of a Federal Character Commission to promote national integration and ensure that appointments and employment opportunities are distributed fairly across the country. What is the primary function of the Federal Character Commission?
Correct A. To promote national integration and ensure fair distribution of appointments and employment opportunities
B. To investigate and prosecute cases of corruption and mismanagement of public funds
C. To provide technical assistance and capacity-building support to public institutions
D. To monitor and evaluate the performance of public institutions

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
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 17
Which of the following is a characteristic of the Jos Plateau?
A. High rainfall
B. High temperature
Correct C. High altitude
D. High humidity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The Osun Osogbo Sacred Grove is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in which state?
A. Osun State
B. Ogun State
Correct C. Oyo State
D. Ekiti State

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The concept of 'ubuntu' is associated with which of the following African cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
Correct C. Zulu
D. Hausa

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The Kainji Dam is located on the River Niger in which state?
A. Kogi State
Correct B. Niger State
C. Kaduna State
D. Sokoto State

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The Nigerian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression. Which of the following is a limitation on this right?
A. The right to freedom of expression does not include the right to incite violence.
B. The right to freedom of expression does not include the right to defame others.
Correct C. The right to freedom of expression does not include the right to reveal state secrets.
D. The right to freedom of expression does not include the right to insult the President.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A company has a profit of ₦1,000,000. If it pays a tax of 25% on its profit, how much will it pay in tax?
Correct A. ₦250,000
B. ₦500,000
C. ₦750,000
D. ₦1,000,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell.
A. The cell has a nucleus.
Correct B. The cell has mitochondria.
C. The cell has a cell wall.
D. The cell has a flagellum.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The equation of a line is ( y = 2x + 3 ). What is the value of ( y ) when ( x = 4 )?
A. 11
Correct B. 13
C. 15
D. 17

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a circuit.
A. The circuit is a series circuit.
B. The circuit is a parallel circuit.
C. The circuit has a resistor.
Correct D. The circuit has a switch.

Correct Answer: D

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