POST UTME COAL CITY UNIVERSITY 2024 Commerce | Objective

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Question 1
A company is considering two investment options: Option A, which has a 10% annual return and a 5% risk, and Option B, which has a 15% annual return and a 10% risk. Using the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), calculate the expected return on Option B, given that the risk-free rate is 2% and the market risk premium is 6%.
A. 17.5%
B. 18%
C. 18.5%
D. 19%
Question 2
A firm is considering the implementation of a new supply chain management system. Which of the following is a key benefit of the system?
A. Improved inventory management
B. Enhanced customer satisfaction
C. Increased production efficiency
D. Reduced transportation costs
Question 3
A sole trader's business is considered a separate legal entity from its owner. However, in the event of the owner's death, the business may be affected by the following legal issues:
A. The business may be subject to inheritance tax.
B. The business may be forced to close due to lack of funding.
C. The business may be liable for the owner's personal debts.
D. The business may be required to pay a probate fee.
Question 4
In a perfectly competitive market, what is the relationship between the marginal revenue product of labor (MRPL) and the marginal factor cost of labor (MFC)?
A. MRPL > MFC
B. MRPL < MFC
C. MRPL = MFC
D. MRPL and MFC are unrelated
Question 5
A company wants to transport goods from Lagos to Abuja. The distance between the two cities is 700 km. If the company uses a truck with a speed of 60 km/h, how many hours will it take to complete the journey?
A. 10 hours
B. 12 hours
C. 15 hours
D. 18 hours
Question 6
A company is evaluating the feasibility of a new business venture. Which of the following is a key factor in the decision-making process?
A. Market demand and customer needs
B. Competitor analysis and market share
C. Resource availability and financial constraints
D. Regulatory environment and compliance
Question 7
A firm is considering two different transportation modes to deliver its products. Mode A costs ₦50 per unit and has a delivery time of 3 days. Mode B costs ₦30 per unit and has a delivery time of 5 days. If the firm's current delivery time is 4 days, which mode should it use to minimize its transportation costs?
A. Mode A
B. Mode B
C. Both modes are equally effective
D. Neither mode is effective
Question 8
A risk management strategy involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks. Which of the following is a type of risk that can be mitigated through diversification?
A. Market risk
B. Credit risk
C. Operational risk
D. Liquidity risk
Question 9
A company has a policy of paying its employees a 10% bonus on their annual salary. If an employee's annual salary is ₦500,000, how much bonus will they receive?
A. ₦50,000
B. ₦55,000
C. ₦60,000
D. ₦65,000
Question 10
A company's Memorandum and Articles of Association are its constitutional documents. Which of the following is a fundamental principle of the Memorandum?
A. The company's name and registered office must be stated.
B. The company's objects must be stated.
C. The company's share capital must be stated.
D. The company's directors must be stated.
Question 11
A producer's production function is given by the equation Q = 2L^0.5 * K^0.5, where Q is output, L is labor, and K is capital. If the producer wants to increase output by 20% while keeping labor constant at 16 units, what percentage increase in capital is required?
A. 10%
B. 15%
C. 20%
D. 25%
Question 12
A consumer has a budget constraint of 100 and a preference for two goods, X and Y. The prices of X and Y are 5 and 10 respectively. If the consumer spends all their budget on X, what is the maximum amount they can spend on Y?
A. 5
B. 10
C. 15
D. 20
Question 13
A company is considering implementing a just-in-time (JIT) inventory system. Using the concept of inventory turnover, explain why JIT is more effective than traditional inventory systems in reducing inventory costs.
A. Because JIT reduces inventory costs by minimizing inventory holding costs
B. Because JIT increases inventory turnover by reducing lead times
C. Because JIT reduces inventory costs by minimizing ordering costs
D. Because JIT increases inventory turnover by minimizing inventory levels
Question 14
A consumer protection agency is investigating a complaint about a company's unfair business practices. Using the concept of consumer rights, explain why the company's actions are a violation of the consumer's right to be informed.
A. Because the company failed to disclose the terms and conditions of the contract
B. Because the company failed to provide a clear and concise warranty
C. Because the company failed to provide a refund policy
D. Because the company failed to provide a clear and concise instruction manual
Question 15
In the context of marketing, what is the primary goal of segmentation, targeting, and positioning (STP) strategy?
A. To increase brand awareness
B. To differentiate the product from competitors
C. To attract a specific target audience
D. To maximize profit

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