POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
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 a key objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free movement of people and goods within the region
B. To establish a common currency for all member states
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To promote cultural exchange among member states
Question 2
What is the primary purpose of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in promoting sustainable development?
A. To promote economic growth and poverty reduction
B. To improve human development and reduce inequality
C. To promote environmental sustainability and climate action
D. To support conflict prevention and peacebuilding
Question 3
The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by which of the following?
A. Monarchical system of government
B. Feudal system of government
C. Tribal system of government
D. Colonial system of government
Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the establishment of which of the following institutions to promote the economic development of the country?
A. Central Bank of Nigeria
B. National Planning Commission
C. National Economic Development Commission
D. National Investment Promotion Commission
Question 5
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is the state-owned oil company of Nigeria. What is the primary function of the NNPC?
A. To explore and produce oil and gas in Nigeria
B. To refine and market petroleum products in Nigeria
C. To regulate the oil and gas industry in Nigeria
D. To provide energy services to Nigerian consumers
Question 6
A government is considering implementing a new policy to reduce carbon emissions. The policy involves increasing the price of fossil fuels. What type of economic theory is most relevant to this policy?
A. Supply and demand theory
B. Opportunity cost theory
C. Externalities theory
D. Public goods theory
Question 7
A researcher is conducting a study on the effects of climate change on agriculture in Nigeria. Which of the following is a potential impact of climate change on agriculture?
A. Increased crop yields due to warmer temperatures
B. Decreased crop yields due to drought
C. Increased crop yields due to increased rainfall
D. Decreased crop yields due to pests and diseases
Question 8
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
D. Zulu
Question 9
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 5-year lifespan and is expected to generate a net present value of ₦500 million. What is the present value of the project?
A. ₦500 million
B. ₦600 million
C. ₦700 million
D. ₦800 million
Question 10
A researcher is conducting an experiment to determine the effect of pH on the growth of a microorganism. The researcher uses a burette to measure the volume of a solution. What is the primary function of the burette?
A. To measure the volume of a solution
B. To mix two solutions together
C. To filter a solution
D. To heat a solution
Question 11
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the Executive
B. Abuse of power by the Legislature
C. Abuse of power by the Judiciary
D. Abuse of power by the President
Question 12
What is the main advantage of using the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) in financing development projects?
A. Low interest rates
B. Flexible repayment terms
C. High loan amounts
D. No collateral requirements
Question 13
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in promoting regional integration?
A. To promote economic cooperation among member states
B. To establish a common currency
C. To facilitate the free movement of people and goods
D. To promote regional security
Question 14
The 1979 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
A. Federal Character Principle
B. Principle of Federalism
C. Separation of Powers
D. Rule of Law
Question 15
A researcher is conducting a study on the effects of social media on mental health. Which of the following is a potential impact of social media on mental health?
A. Increased symptoms of depression
B. Decreased symptoms of anxiety
C. Increased symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder
D. Decreased symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder

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