POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2025 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of which international organization?
A. United Nations
B. African Union
C. Economic Community of West African States
D. Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
Question 2
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical plant cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for photosynthesis?
A. Mitochondria
B. Chloroplast
C. Nucleus
D. Vacuole
Question 3
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Old Oyo Empire?
A. Internal conflicts and external pressures
B. Drought and famine
C. The rise of the Hausa Kingdom
D. The influence of European colonizers
Question 4
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. To synthesize proteins
B. To generate energy for the cell
C. To store genetic information
D. To regulate cell growth
Question 5
In the context of Nigerian politics, what was the primary reason for the establishment of the First Republic?
A. To promote regional autonomy
B. To establish a federal system of government
C. To reduce the influence of the British colonial powers
D. To increase the power of the military
Question 6
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was led by
A. Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu.
B. General Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi.
C. General Yakubu Gowon.
D. General T.Y. Danjuma.
Question 7
What is the value of x in the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 )?
A. 10
B. 100
C. 1000
D. 10000
Question 8
A company is considering investing in a new renewable energy project in Nigeria. Which of the following financial metrics would be most relevant for evaluating the project's viability?
A. Net present value (NPV)
B. Internal rate of return (IRR)
C. Payback period
D. Break-even analysis
Question 9
The 1979 Nigerian Constitution established
A. a presidential system of government.
B. a parliamentary system of government.
C. a federal system of government.
D. a unitary system of government.
Question 10
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the Nigerian economy. Which of the following is a potential consequence of climate change on the economy?
A. Increased agricultural productivity
B. Reduced energy consumption
C. Increased frequency of natural disasters
D. Improved air quality
Question 11
A company is considering two different investment options. Option A has a 10% chance of returning 100% profit and a 90% chance of returning 0% profit. Option B has a 20% chance of returning 50% profit and an 80% chance of returning 0% profit. Which option has a higher expected return?
A. Option A
B. Option B
C. Option C
D. Option D
Question 12
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the core idea of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual rights
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good
Question 13
A researcher is studying the effects of poverty on the Nigerian economy. Which of the following is a potential consequence of poverty on the economy?
A. Increased economic growth
B. Reduced income inequality
C. Increased poverty rates
D. Improved access to education
Question 14
The concept of civic education emphasizes the importance of
A. promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
B. increasing awareness about civic responsibilities and duties.
C. developing leadership skills and abilities.
D. all of the above.
Question 15
A researcher is studying the impact of social media on mental health in Nigeria. Which of the following research designs would be most appropriate for this study?
A. Experimental design
B. Quasi-experimental design
C. Survey research
D. Case study

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