POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2021 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
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
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Human rights and dignity
D. Social justice and equality

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on Nigerian agriculture. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change on agricultural productivity?
A. Increased crop yields due to warmer temperatures
Correct B. Decreased crop yields due to changing precipitation patterns
C. Improved soil quality due to increased rainfall
D. No impact on agricultural productivity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project's expected return on investment (ROI) is 12%, and the cost of capital is 10%. What is the net present value (NPV) of the project?
Correct A. ₦100,000
B. ₦120,000
C. ₦150,000
D. ₦180,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A diagram shows a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. The switch is initially open. If the switch is closed, what will happen to the current flowing through the circuit?
Correct A. The current will increase
B. The current will decrease
C. The current will remain the same
D. The current will become zero

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A company is considering launching a new product. The product's market demand is described by the equation Q = 100 - 2P, where Q is the quantity demanded and P is the price. What is the price elasticity of demand?
A. Inelastic
B. Unit elastic
Correct C. Elastic
D. Perfectly elastic

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The Nigerian Constitution provides for the creation of a National Assembly, which is composed of two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives. What is the primary function of the Senate?
Correct A. To represent the interests of the 36 states of Nigeria
B. To oversee the implementation of federal laws
C. To approve the appointment of the President and the Vice President
D. To represent the interests of the six geo-political zones of Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A company has a profit of 100,000 and a total investment of 500,000. What is the return on investment (ROI) of the company?
A. 0.2
Correct B. 0.4
C. 0.6
D. 0.8

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The diagram below shows a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. What is the effect of closing the switch on the circuit?
Correct A. The current in the circuit increases
B. The current in the circuit decreases
C. The voltage in the circuit increases
D. The voltage in the circuit decreases

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The Nigerian government has implemented a policy to increase the production of rice in the country. What is the likely effect of this policy on the price of rice?
A. The price of rice will increase
Correct B. The price of rice will decrease
C. The price of rice will remain the same
D. The price of rice will fluctuate

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
A company has a total revenue of 1,000,000 and a total cost of 800,000. What is the profit of the company?
Correct A. 100,000
B. 200,000
C. 300,000
D. 400,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The Hausa people of northern Nigeria have a rich cultural heritage. Which of the following is a traditional Hausa occupation?
A. Fulani herding
B. Igbo farming
C. Yoruba trading
Correct D. Hausa smithing

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy. What does it mean?
Correct A. Humanity towards all living things
B. Humanity towards fellow humans only
C. Humanity towards animals only
D. Humanity towards plants only

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy. What does it mean?
Correct A. Humanity towards all living things
B. Humanity towards fellow humans only
C. Humanity towards animals only
D. Humanity towards plants only

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy. What does it mean?
Correct A. Humanity towards all living things
B. Humanity towards fellow humans only
C. Humanity towards animals only
D. Humanity towards plants only

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy. What does it mean?
Correct A. Humanity towards all living things
B. Humanity towards fellow humans only
C. Humanity towards animals only
D. Humanity towards plants only

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
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 NOT one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. To promote peace and security in the region
B. To establish a common currency
C. To promote free trade among member states
Correct D. To promote the use of English as a common language

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central theme in the philosophy of Nelson Mandela. What does 'ubuntu' roughly translate to in English?
Correct A. I am because we are
B. We are because I am
C. I am because I am
D. We are because we are

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central theme in the philosophy of Nelson Mandela. What does 'ubuntu' roughly translate to in English?
Correct A. The African Union
B. The United Nations
C. The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
D. The Economic Community of West African States

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central theme in the philosophy of Nelson Mandela. What does 'ubuntu' roughly translate to in English?
Correct A. The African Union
B. The United Nations
C. The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
D. The Economic Community of West African States

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central theme in the philosophy of Nelson Mandela. What does 'ubuntu' roughly translate to in English?
Correct A. The African Union
B. The United Nations
C. The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
D. The Economic Community of West African States

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
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
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual rights
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A researcher conducts a study on the effects of climate change on agriculture in Nigeria. Which of the following statistical methods would be most appropriate for analyzing the data?
A. Regression analysis
Correct B. Time series analysis
C. ANOVA
D. Chi-square test

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
A company wants to create a new product that is environmentally friendly. Which of the following design principles would be most appropriate?
A. Design for disassembly
Correct B. Design for recyclability
C. Design for reuse
D. Design for minimal packaging

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A patient is diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder. Which of the following genetic concepts would be most relevant to understanding the disorder?
A. Genetic drift
B. Natural selection
C. Genetic recombination
Correct D. Genetic mutation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
A company wants to reduce its carbon footprint. Which of the following energy sources would be most appropriate?
A. Coal
B. Natural gas
Correct C. Solar energy
D. Wind energy

Correct Answer: C

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