POST UTME IGBINEDION UNIVERSITY 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
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. Promoting peace and security in the region
B. Fostering economic development and cooperation
Correct C. Establishing a common currency for all member states
D. Providing humanitarian assistance to affected countries

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to the philosophy of African traditional thought. What does 'ubuntu' mean in the context of African philosophy?
A. The belief in a supreme being
Correct B. The concept of community and interdependence
C. The idea of individualism and self-reliance
D. The notion of a collective unconscious

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The graph below shows the relationship between the number of hours studied and the exam score. What is the equation of the line that best fits the data?
A. y = 2x + 1
Correct B. y = 2x + 3
C. y = 2x - 1
D. y = 2x - 3

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical plant cell. What is the function of the cell wall?
Correct A. To provide structural support to the cell
B. To regulate the movement of substances in and out of the cell
C. To synthesize proteins and other biomolecules
D. To store genetic information

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The table below shows the results of a survey on the favorite foods of a group of people. What is the mode of the data?
Correct A. Pizza
B. Rice
C. Chicken
D. Sushi

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The 1963 Republican Convention in Lagos was a significant event in Nigerian history because it marked the first time a political party had held a convention in the country. Which of the following is a correct statement about the convention?
A. The convention was attended by all the major political parties in Nigeria.
B. The convention was held at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos.
C. The convention was a major turning point in Nigerian politics.
Correct D. The convention was attended by only the Northern People's Congress (NPC) party.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the population of a certain species of bird. The researcher collects data on the number of birds in the population over a period of 10 years. The data shows that the population of birds is decreasing at a rate of 5% per year. If the initial population of birds was 1000, what is the population of birds after 5 years?
Correct A. 500
B. 600
C. 700
D. 800

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The diagram below shows a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a light bulb. If the battery has a voltage of 9V and the resistor has a resistance of 10 ohms, what is the current flowing through the circuit?
Correct A. 0.9A
B. 0.8A
C. 0.7A
D. 0.6A

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The 1960s were a period of significant social change in Nigeria. Which of the following events was a major catalyst for the social change?
A. The Nigerian Civil War
B. The independence of Nigeria from British colonial rule
C. The discovery of oil in Nigeria
Correct D. The introduction of Western education in Nigeria

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a cost of ₦100 million and is expected to generate revenue of ₦120 million per year for 5 years. What is the net present value (NPV) of the project?
Correct A. ₦50 million
B. ₦60 million
C. ₦70 million
D. ₦80 million

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) is a permanent, intergovernmental organization of which of the following countries?
Correct A. Saudi Arabia
B. Iran
C. Venezuela
D. Iraq

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
What is the primary function of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the United Nations (UN) system?
Correct A. To settle disputes between states
B. To provide humanitarian aid to refugees
C. To promote economic development in developing countries
D. To provide military assistance to member states

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of which of the following international organizations?
A. World Bank
B. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Correct C. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
D. World Health Organization (WHO)

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels and pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5°C. What is the primary mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Carbon pricing
Correct B. Renewable energy targets
C. Energy efficiency standards
D. Greenhouse gas emissions trading

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The concept of 'ecosystem services' was first introduced by which of the following scientists?
A. E.O. Wilson
B. Rachel Carson
C. Garrett Hardin
Correct D. C.S. Holling

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The 2019 report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warned that global warming is likely to reach 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels by which year?
A. 2030
B. 2040
Correct C. 2050
D. 2060

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The concept of 'biodiversity' was first introduced by which of the following scientists?
A. E.O. Wilson
B. Rachel Carson
C. Garrett Hardin
Correct D. Thomas Lovejoy

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The 2019 report of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) warned that the world is facing a 'climate emergency' due to which of the following factors?
Correct A. Rising global temperatures
B. Deforestation and land degradation
C. Pollution of oceans and waterways
D. Loss of biodiversity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The concept of 'sustainable consumption and production' was first introduced in the 1987 report of which of the following international organizations?
A. World Bank
B. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Correct C. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
D. World Health Organization (WHO)

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The 2019 report of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) warned that the world is facing a 'biodiversity crisis' due to which of the following factors?
Correct A. Habitat destruction and fragmentation
B. Overexploitation of resources
C. Climate change
D. Pollution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The concept of 'ecosystem services' was first introduced by which of the following scientists?
A. E.O. Wilson
B. Rachel Carson
C. Garrett Hardin
D. C.S. Holling

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 22
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. Promoting free movement of people and goods
Correct B. Encouraging regional economic cooperation
C. Facilitating the exchange of ideas and culture
D. Providing military assistance to member states

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The United Nations (UN) has a total of 193 member states. Which of the following is a key function of the UN Security Council?
A. To promote economic development among member states
Correct B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To provide humanitarian aid to affected countries
D. To promote cultural exchange among member states

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was established in 1960 with the aim of coordinating the petroleum policies of its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of OPEC?
A. To promote the development of alternative energy sources
Correct B. To stabilize the global oil market
C. To increase the production of oil among member states
D. To reduce the price of oil in the global market

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The African Union (AU) was established in 2002 with the aim of promoting economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of the AU?
A. To promote the development of infrastructure among member states
B. To enhance the participation of women in politics
Correct C. To promote regional economic cooperation
D. To provide humanitarian aid to affected countries

Correct Answer: C

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