POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2025 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
A company has a profit of 100,000 and a total of 10,000 shares outstanding. If a shareholder owns 5% of the company's shares, how much profit can the shareholder expect?
A. ₦5,000
B. ₦10,000
C. ₦20,000
D. ₦50,000
Question 2
The concept of 'corporate social responsibility' (CSR) refers to the idea that businesses have a responsibility to contribute to the well-being of society. Which of the following is a key aspect of CSR?
A. To promote economic growth and development
B. To protect the environment and promote sustainability
C. To promote human rights and dignity
D. To reduce poverty and inequality
Question 3
A company has two factories, A and B, producing 60% and 40% of its total output, respectively. If the production cost of factory A is ₦1000 per unit and that of factory B is ₦1200 per unit, and the total output is 1000 units, what is the total production cost?
A. ₦1,200,000
B. ₦1,300,000
C. ₦1,400,000
D. ₦1,500,000
Question 4
A company has two factories, A and B, producing 60% and 40% of its total output, respectively. If the production cost of factory A is ₦1000 per unit and that of factory B is ₦1200 per unit, and the total output is 1000 units, what is the total production cost?
A. ₦1,200,000
B. ₦1,300,000
C. ₦1,400,000
D. ₦1,500,000
Question 5
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of the World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED). Which of the following is a key principle of sustainable development?
A. To meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
B. To promote economic growth at all costs
C. To protect the environment at all costs
D. To reduce poverty and inequality
Question 6
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 700 km, how many hours will the journey take?
A. 8 hours
B. 8.75 hours
C. 9 hours
D. 10 hours
Question 7
A firm has a production function given by Q = 2L + 3K, where Q is output, L is labor, and K is capital. If the firm has 10 units of labor and 5 units of capital, what is the marginal product of labor?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Question 8
A company has a profit of ₦1,500,000. If it pays 25% tax on its profit, how much will it pay in tax?
A. ₦375,000
B. ₦375,000.00
C. ₦375,000.00
D. ₦375,000
Question 9
The 'OPEC' (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) is a major player in the global oil market. What is the primary goal of OPEC?
A. To regulate oil prices and stabilize the market
B. To increase oil production and meet global demand
C. To reduce oil consumption and promote alternative energy sources
D. To control the global oil supply and manipulate prices
Question 10
The 'AU' (African Union) has implemented several policies to promote economic, political, and social integration in Africa. Which of the following policies is NOT a goal of the AU?
A. To promote economic integration and cooperation among member states
B. To increase trade and investment among member states
C. To reduce poverty and inequality among member states
D. To promote regional security and stability
Question 11
A firm has a production function given by Q = 2L + 3K, where Q is output, L is labor, and K is capital. If the firm has 10 units of labor and 5 units of capital, what is the output?
A. 30
B. 35
C. 40
D. 45
Question 12
The United Nations' primary goal is to maintain international peace and security. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Peacekeeping missions
B. Sanctions and economic embargoes
C. Diplomatic negotiations and mediation
D. Military intervention
Question 13
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) plays a crucial role in regulating global oil production. Which of the following is a key factor that influences OPEC's decisions?
A. Global oil demand
B. Oil prices
C. Geopolitical tensions
D. Environmental concerns
Question 14
The 'UN' (United Nations) is a global organization that promotes peace, security, and cooperation among nations. What is the primary goal of the UN?
A. To promote peace and security among nations
B. To promote economic development and cooperation among nations
C. To protect human rights and promote social justice
D. To promote regional security and stability
Question 15
The 'ECOWAS' (Economic Community of West African States) has implemented several policies to promote economic integration and cooperation among member states. Which of the following policies is NOT a goal of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free trade and investment among member states
B. To reduce poverty and inequality among member states
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To increase the use of alternative energy sources

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