POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in which of the following international agreements?
A. Rio Declaration
B. Paris Agreement
C. United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED)
D. Stockholm Declaration
Question 2
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military Rule
B. Constitutional Conference
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Order
Question 3
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 10-year lifespan and requires an initial investment of ₦10 million. The expected annual return on investment is 15%. What is the net present value of the project?
A. ₦12.5 million
B. ₦15 million
C. ₦17.5 million
D. ₦20 million
Question 4
Solve the inequality ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 > 0 )
A. ( x < -1 ) or ( x > rac{3}{2} )
B. ( x < -1 ) or ( x < rac{3}{2} )
C. ( x > -1 ) or ( x > rac{3}{2} )
D. ( x < -1 ) or ( x > rac{3}{2} )
Question 5
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 goods and services among member states
B. To establish a common currency among member states
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To promote cultural exchange among member states
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work together to promote peace and security, economic development, and social progress. Which of the following is a specialized agency of the UN?
A. World Health Organization (WHO)
B. United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
C. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
D. All of the above
Question 7
In the context of Nigerian literature, what is the primary theme of Chinua Achebe's novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The struggle for independence
B. The impact of colonialism
C. The role of women in society
D. The importance of traditional culture
Question 8
A company's production costs are given by the equation C(x) = 2x^2 + 5x + 10, where x is the number of units produced. What is the marginal cost when x = 10?
A. ₦50
B. ₦60
C. ₦70
D. ₦80
Question 9
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of a National Assembly, which is the legislative arm of government. What is the primary function of the National Assembly?
A. To make laws for the peace, order, and good government of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President
C. To determine the budget of Nigeria
D. To declare war on other countries
Question 10
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the Niger Delta region. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change in this region?
A. Increased flooding and erosion
B. Decreased agricultural productivity
C. Increased oil production
D. Improved water quality
Question 11
The 1994 Abuja Declaration was signed by which of the following organizations?
A. African Union
B. Economic Community of West African States
C. United Nations
D. Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
Question 12
A researcher is studying the effects of deforestation on the environment. Which of the following is a likely consequence of deforestation?
A. Increased greenhouse gas emissions
B. Decreased biodiversity
C. Improved air quality
D. Increased water availability
Question 13
What is the primary cause of the degradation of the Niger Delta ecosystem?
A. Overfishing
B. Oil spills
C. Deforestation
D. Climate change
Question 14
The Nigerian government has implemented a number of policies to promote economic growth and development. Which of the following policies is aimed at promoting industrialization?
A. The National Industrial Policy
B. The National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy (NEEDS)
C. The National Poverty Reduction Programme
D. The National Agricultural Policy
Question 15
Solve for x in the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 ).
A. 10
B. 100
C. 1000
D. 10000

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