POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to the overthrow of which of the following heads of state?
A. Tafawa Balewa
B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Correct C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Nnamdi Azikiwe

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
The following diagram shows a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. What is the current flowing through the circuit when the switch is closed?
Correct A. 2A
B. 4A
C. 6A
D. 8A

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The following graph shows the relationship between the price of a commodity and the quantity demanded. What is the slope of the demand curve?
A. -2
Correct B. -4
C. -6
D. -8

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The following sentence is an example of which grammatical structure?
A. Active voice
Correct B. Passive voice
C. Subjunctive mood
D. Imperative mood

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The following equation represents the motion of an object under the influence of gravity. What is the acceleration of the object?
A. 2m/s^2
B. 4m/s^2
Correct C. 6m/s^2
D. 8m/s^2

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of which international organization?
Correct A. United Nations
B. African Union
C. European Union
D. World Bank

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The 2015 Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C and pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for this warming?
Correct A. Carbon dioxide
B. Methane
C. Nitrous oxide
D. Ozone

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) is an international development finance institution established in 1976. What is the primary source of funding for OFID?
Correct A. Member country contributions
B. Borrowing from international financial institutions
C. Grants from donor countries
D. Investments from the private sector

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The concept of 'ecosystem services' was first introduced in the 1997 report of which international organization?
Correct A. United Nations
B. African Union
C. European Union
D. World Bank

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The 2019 report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) highlights the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the agriculture sector. What is the primary source of greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture?
Correct A. Livestock production
B. Crop production
C. Soil degradation
D. Deforestation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Decentralization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) was established in which year?
Correct A. 1960
B. 1965
C. 1970
D. 1975

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The diagram below represents a titration setup. What is the purpose of the burette?
Correct A. To measure the volume of the solution
B. To measure the concentration of the solution
C. To measure the pH of the solution
D. To measure the temperature of the solution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The diagram below represents a circuit. What is the function of the resistor?
A. To reduce the voltage of the circuit
B. To increase the current of the circuit
Correct C. To reduce the current of the circuit
D. To increase the voltage of the circuit

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The diagram below represents a graph. What is the slope of the line?
A. 2
Correct B. 3
C. 4
D. 5

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The 1960s saw the rise of which of the following movements in Nigeria?
A. The Civil Rights Movement
B. The Women's Liberation Movement
Correct C. The Student Movement
D. The Trade Union Movement

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The diagram below represents a titration setup. What is the purpose of the pipette?
Correct A. To measure the volume of the solution
B. To measure the concentration of the solution
C. To measure the pH of the solution
D. To measure the temperature of the solution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The diagram below represents a circuit. What is the function of the capacitor?
A. To reduce the voltage of the circuit
B. To increase the current of the circuit
C. To reduce the current of the circuit
Correct D. To increase the voltage of the circuit

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The diagram below represents a graph. What is the y-intercept of the line?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 20
The Niger Delta region is known for its rich oil reserves. What is the primary environmental impact of oil exploration in this region?
Correct A. Pollution of waterways and soil
B. Deforestation and habitat destruction
C. Climate change and sea-level rise
D. Displacement of local communities

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
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?
A. To reduce poverty and inequality
Correct B. To protect the environment and conserve natural resources
C. To promote economic growth and development
D. To improve human health and well-being

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a federal system of government. What is the primary advantage of this system?
Correct A. Decentralization of power and decision-making
B. Increased efficiency and effectiveness in governance
C. Promotion of national unity and integration
D. Enhanced accountability and transparency

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The concept of 'globalization' refers to the increasing interconnectedness of the world's economies, cultures, and societies. What is the primary impact of globalization on local communities?
A. Increased economic opportunities and job creation
Correct B. Loss of traditional industries and cultural practices
C. Improved access to education and healthcare
D. Enhanced political participation and representation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The 1960s and 1970s saw a significant increase in the production and consumption of fossil fuels. What was the primary environmental consequence of this trend?
Correct A. Climate change and global warming
B. Air and water pollution
C. Deforestation and habitat destruction
D. Soil degradation and land degradation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The concept of 'sustainable agriculture' refers to farming practices that prioritize environmental conservation and social justice. What is the primary goal of sustainable agriculture?
A. To increase crop yields and reduce food prices
B. To promote biodiversity and ecosystem services
C. To reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change
Correct D. To improve rural livelihoods and enhance food security

Correct Answer: D

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