POST UTME BSU 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1960s saw a significant shift in Nigeria's political landscape with the rise of a new generation of leaders. Which of the following leaders is credited with spearheading this change?
A. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Correct B. Obafemi Awolowo
C. Tafawa Balewa
D. Humphrey Ogada

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on Nigeria's agricultural sector. Which of the following variables is most likely to be affected by climate change?
A. Temperature
B. Precipitation
C. Soil Quality
Correct D. Crop Yield

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
A company is considering investing in a new project in Nigeria. Which of the following factors is most likely to influence the company's decision?
A. Market Demand
Correct B. Government Policies
C. Infrastructure Development
D. Environmental Impact

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
A researcher is studying the effects of social media on youth in Nigeria. Which of the following variables is most likely to be affected by social media?
A. Self-Esteem
B. Social Skills
C. Academic Performance
Correct D. Mental Health

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
A company is considering outsourcing its IT services to a third-party provider in Nigeria. Which of the following factors is most likely to influence the company's decision?
A. Cost Savings
Correct B. Improved Efficiency
C. Enhanced Security
D. Better Customer Service

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
Which of the following Nigerian leaders played a key role in the country's transition to democracy in 1999?
Correct A. Olusegun Obasanjo
B. Abiola
C. Ibrahim Babangida
D. Sani Abacha

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
What is the primary source of revenue for the Nigerian government?
Correct A. Oil
B. Agriculture
C. Manufacturing
D. Services

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
What is the name of the largest river in Nigeria?
Correct A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Kaduna River
D. Kano River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
What is the capital of Nigeria?
A. Lagos
Correct B. Abuja
C. Kano
D. Ibadan

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
What is the name of the largest ethnic group in Nigeria?
Correct A. Hausa
B. Yoruba
C. Igbo
D. Fulani

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The Hausa-Fulani oligarchy in the Sokoto Caliphate was characterized by which of the following?
Correct A. A system of feudalism
B. A system of absolute monarchy
C. A system of meritocracy
D. A system of tribalism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The concept of 'ubuntu' in Igbo culture refers to?
A. The idea of individualism
Correct B. The idea of collectivism
C. The idea of communalism
D. The idea of socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970) was fought between the government of Nigeria and which of the following groups?
Correct A. The Igbo people
B. The Hausa-Fulani people
C. The Yoruba people
D. The Efik people

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The concept of 'jihad' in Islamic theology refers to?
Correct A. The struggle against non-Muslims
B. The struggle against internal corruption
C. The struggle for personal salvation
D. The struggle for economic development

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The concept of 'sankofa' in Akan culture refers to?
Correct A. The idea of looking back to the past
B. The idea of moving forward to the future
C. The idea of living in the present
D. The idea of being independent

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The concept of 'ubuntu' in Zulu culture refers to?
A. The idea of individualism
Correct B. The idea of collectivism
C. The idea of communalism
D. The idea of socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The concept of 'ujamaa' in Swahili culture refers to?
A. The idea of individualism
B. The idea of collectivism
C. The idea of communalism
Correct D. The idea of socialism

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The concept of 'ubuntu' in Yoruba culture refers to?
A. The idea of individualism
Correct B. The idea of collectivism
C. The idea of communalism
D. The idea of socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The concept of 'sankofa' in Igbo culture refers to?
Correct A. The idea of looking back to the past
B. The idea of moving forward to the future
C. The idea of living in the present
D. The idea of being independent

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The concept of 'ubuntu' in Hausa culture refers to?
A. The idea of individualism
Correct B. The idea of collectivism
C. The idea of communalism
D. The idea of socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The concept of 'ujamaa' in Swahili culture refers to?
A. The idea of individualism
B. The idea of collectivism
C. The idea of communalism
Correct D. The idea of socialism

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The concept of 'ubuntu' in Zulu culture refers to?
A. The idea of individualism
B. The idea of collectivism
C. The idea of communalism
D. The idea of socialism

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 23
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interconnectedness. Which of the following best describes the core idea of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual freedom
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A researcher is studying the relationship between the amount of fertilizer used and the yield of a crop. The data shows a strong positive correlation between the two variables. What type of relationship is this?
A. Inverse variation
Correct B. Direct variation
C. Inverse square variation
D. No relationship

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 10% chance of generating a profit of ₦100,000 and a 90% chance of generating a loss of ₦50,000. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦5,000
Correct B. ₦10,000
C. ₦20,000
D. ₦30,000

Correct Answer: B

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