POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to increase the production of rice in the country. Which of the following is a major advantage of this policy?
A. Increased employment opportunities
B. Improved standard of living
Correct C. Increased food security
D. Reduced poverty rate

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
Correct A. ( x = -1.5 )
B. ( x = 1.5 )
C. ( x = -3 )
D. ( x = 3 )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below.
Correct A. The circuit is a closed circuit.
B. The circuit is an open circuit.
C. The circuit is a series circuit.
D. The circuit is a parallel circuit.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The graph below shows the relationship between the price of a commodity and the quantity demanded.
A. The demand for the commodity is inelastic.
Correct B. The demand for the commodity is elastic.
C. The demand for the commodity is unit elastic.
D. The demand for the commodity is perfectly inelastic.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to increase the production of rice in the country. Which of the following is a major disadvantage of this policy?
A. Increased employment opportunities
B. Improved standard of living
C. Increased food security
Correct D. Reduced poverty rate

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
The 1963 Republican Convention was held in which city?
Correct A. Lagos
B. Ibadan
C. Kaduna
D. Enugu

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)?
A. To regulate the oil and gas industry
Correct B. To explore and produce oil and gas
C. To refine and distribute petroleum products
D. To provide energy solutions to the nation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Decentralization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The concept of 'Weltanschauung' is most closely associated with which of the following philosophers?
A. Karl Marx
Correct B. Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
C. Friedrich Nietzsche
D. Martin Heidegger

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for which of the following types of government?
Correct A. Federal Republic
B. Unitary State
C. Confederation
D. Theocracy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
What was the primary reason for the collapse of the Sokoto Caliphate in 1903?
A. The British colonial powers' military conquest
Correct B. The internal power struggles and conflicts among the Hausa-Fulani aristocracy
C. The economic decline and poverty among the common people
D. The influence of Western education and modernization

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
In the context of environmental education, what is the term for the process by which the environment is degraded or destroyed?
A. Pollution
B. Deforestation
Correct C. Ecological degradation
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
What is the primary function of the 'if-else' statement in programming?
A. To repeat a block of code
Correct B. To make decisions based on conditions
C. To store data in variables
D. To perform arithmetic operations

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
What is the term for the process by which water moves through a plant, from the roots to the leaves, and is then released into the air as water vapor?
A. Photosynthesis
B. Respiration
Correct C. Transpiration
D. Evaporation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
What is the primary advantage of using a database management system?
A. Improved data security
B. Enhanced data integrity
C. Increased data sharing
Correct D. Better data organization

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
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 17
What is the primary function of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)?
Correct A. To promote economic development in Africa
B. To provide humanitarian aid to African countries
C. To promote peace and security in Africa
D. To promote cultural exchange between Africa and other regions

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
What is the name of the largest river in Nigeria?
Correct A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Kaduna River
D. Osun River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
What is the primary source of revenue for the Nigerian government?
Correct A. Oil revenue
B. Tax revenue
C. Customs revenue
D. Agricultural revenue

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
What is the name of the international organization that promotes economic cooperation among its member states?
A. World Trade Organization (WTO)
B. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
C. World Bank
Correct D. Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the essence of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and altruism
D. Nationalism and patriotism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
The Nigerian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression. However, this right is not absolute. Which of the following is a limitation on this right?
A. Freedom of speech is limited only by the law of libel
B. Freedom of expression is limited by the need to protect national security
Correct C. Freedom of speech is limited by the need to prevent incitement to violence
D. Freedom of expression is limited only by the law of contempt of court

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The concept of 'jihad' in Islamic theology means 'struggle' or 'effort'. Which of the following best describes the essence of 'jihad'?
A. Holy war and armed conflict
Correct B. Personal struggle and self-improvement
C. Social justice and reform
D. Intellectual and academic pursuit

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the implications of 'ubuntu' for individual identity?
A. Individual identity is defined solely by personal achievements
Correct B. Individual identity is defined by one's relationships with others
C. Individual identity is defined by one's cultural heritage
D. Individual identity is defined by one's social status

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The Nigerian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression. However, this right is not absolute. Which of the following is a limitation on this right?
A. Freedom of speech is limited only by the law of libel
B. Freedom of expression is limited by the need to protect national security
Correct C. Freedom of speech is limited by the need to prevent incitement to violence
D. Freedom of expression is limited only by the law of contempt of court

Correct Answer: C

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