POST UTME LAUTECH 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below represents a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what is the current flowing through the circuit?
A. 0 A
Correct B. 1 A
C. 2 A
D. 3 A

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
In the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 ), solve for x.
A. 2
B. 4
Correct C. 8
D. 16

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
The graph below represents the relationship between the number of hours studied and the score on a test. If a student studies for 5 hours, what is the expected score?
A. 60
Correct B. 70
C. 80
D. 90

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The Constitution of Nigeria provides for the separation of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch?
Correct A. Makes laws
B. Enforces laws
C. Interprets laws
D. Appoints judges

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The diagram below represents a titration setup. If 25 mL of NaOH is added to 25 mL of HCl, what is the resulting pH?
A. 7
Correct B. 8
C. 9
D. 10

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage. Which of the following is a characteristic of Yoruba art?
A. Use of bright colors
B. Incorporation of natural materials
Correct C. Use of geometric patterns
D. Emphasis on realism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. To synthesize proteins
B. To store genetic information
Correct C. To generate energy for the cell
D. To regulate cell growth

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy. What does it mean?
Correct A. Humanity towards others
B. Respect for tradition
C. Emphasis on individualism
D. Importance of material wealth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on African ecosystems. Which of the following is a likely consequence?
A. Increased biodiversity
Correct B. Reduced crop yields
C. Improved water quality
D. Enhanced ecosystem resilience

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy. What does it mean?
Correct A. Humanity towards others
B. Respect for tradition
C. Emphasis on individualism
D. Importance of material wealth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
Who among the following Nigerian leaders is credited with the introduction of the policy of 'No Victor, No Vanquished' after the 1967-1970 Biafran Civil War?
Correct A. General Yakubu Gowon
B. General Aguiyi Ironsi
C. General Murtala Mohammed
D. General Olusegun Obasanjo

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
What is the name of the famous Nigerian novel that tells the story of a young Igbo girl's experiences during the Biafran Civil War?
Correct A. Half of a Yellow Sun
B. Things Fall Apart
C. The Palm Wine Drinkard
D. So Long a Letter

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
What is the name of the international organization that was established in 1963 to promote economic cooperation among its member states?
Correct A. ECOWAS
B. Economic Community of Central African States
C. African Union
D. Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
What is the name of the famous Nigerian musician who is known for his hit song 'African Queen'?
A. 2Face Idibia
B. D'banj
C. Wizkid
Correct D. Tuface Idibia

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
What is the name of the Nigerian state that is known for its rich oil deposits?
A. Delta State
B. Rivers State
C. Bayelsa State
Correct D. Akwa Ibom State

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Parliamentarism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
Correct A. To promote economic integration among its member states
B. To provide a common currency for its member states
C. To promote political unity among its member states
D. To provide a common defense system for its member states

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The Niger Delta region is rich in which of the following natural resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following African cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
Correct C. Zulu
D. Hausa

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The 1963 Lagos Plan of Action was a major initiative of which of the following international organizations?
A. United Nations
Correct B. African Union
C. Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
D. Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The concept of 'Urhobo' in Urhobo culture refers to the idea of a person's spiritual essence. Which of the following best describes the Urhobo concept of 'Urhobo'?
A. A person's physical body
Correct B. A person's spiritual essence
C. A person's ancestors
D. A person's community

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A survey of 1000 people found that 60% of them supported the construction of a new highway. If 80 people were randomly selected from the survey, what is the probability that at least 60 of them supported the construction of the new highway?
A. 0.2
B. 0.3
Correct C. 0.4
D. 0.5

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical Igbo compound.
A. A typical Yoruba compound
Correct B. A typical Igbo compound
C. A typical Hausa compound
D. A typical Fulani compound

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The following table shows the number of people who own different types of vehicles in a particular city.
Correct A. Cars
B. Buses
C. Trucks
D. Motorcycles

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The following passage is an excerpt from a novel.
A. The passage is written in the first person.
Correct B. The passage is written in the third person.
C. The passage is written in the second person.
D. The passage is written in the present tense.

Correct Answer: B

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