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POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2021 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1

The 1966 Nigerian coup d'état led to the overthrow of which of the following heads of state?

A. Tafawa Balewa

B. Nnamdi Azikiwe

Correct C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa

D. Nnamdi Azikiwe

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2

The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of which of the following international organizations?

Correct A. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

B. World Bank

C. International Monetary Fund (IMF)

D. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3

The 1973 oil price shock led to a significant increase in the price of crude oil, which had a major impact on the Nigerian economy. What was the approximate percentage increase in the price of crude oil during this period?

A. 20%

B. 30%

Correct C. 40%

D. 50%

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4

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. Aldo Leopold

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5

The 1986 General Elections in Nigeria were widely regarded as a major turning point in the country's political history. Which of the following political parties won the majority of seats in the National Assembly?

A. National Party of Nigeria (NPN)

B. Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN)

C. People's Redemption Party (PRP)

Correct D. Social Democratic Party (SDP)

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6

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 freedom

D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7

A company's profit is calculated as the difference between its revenue and cost. If the company's revenue is ₦1,500,000 and its cost is ₦1,200,000, what is its profit?

Correct A. ₦300,000

B. ₦200,000

C. ₦400,000

D. ₦500,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8

A researcher conducted a study on the effects of climate change on agriculture in Nigeria. The study found that the average temperature in the study area increased by 2°C over a period of 10 years. What is the rate of change of temperature per year?

A. \frac{1}{5}

B. \frac{1}{10}

Correct C. \frac{2}{10}

D. \frac{1}{20}

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9

A firm's production function is given by Q = 2L^0.5K^0.5, where Q is the output, L is the labor, and K is the capital. If the firm increases its labor from 4 units to 9 units, and its capital from 9 units to 16 units, what is the percentage change in output?

A. 25%

Correct B. 50%

C. 75%

D. 100%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10

A company's cost function is given by C = 2L + 3K, where C is the cost, L is the labor, and K is the capital. If the company increases its labor from 4 units to 9 units, and its capital from 9 units to 16 units, what is the percentage change in cost?

A. 25%

Correct B. 50%

C. 75%

D. 100%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11

What is the primary source of revenue for the Nigerian government?

Correct A. Oil

B. Agriculture

C. Manufacturing

D. Services

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12

Solve for x in the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 )

A. 10

B. 100

C. 1000

Correct D. 10000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13

What is the name of the largest river in Nigeria?

Correct A. Niger River

B. Benue River

C. Kaduna River

D. Osun River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14

What is the formula for the area of a circle?

Correct A. ( A = pi r^2 )

B. ( A = 2pi r )

C. ( A = pi r )

D. ( A = 2pi r^2 )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15

What is the name of the first president of Nigeria?

Correct A. Nnamdi Azikiwe

B. Tafawa Balewa

C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa

D. Shehu Shagari

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16

The 1966 Nigerian coup d'état was led by which of the following military officers?

Correct A. General Aguiyi Ironsi

B. General Yakubu Gowon

C. General Murtala Mohammed

D. General Olusegun Obasanjo

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17

What is the main difference between a vector and a scalar in physics?

Correct A. A vector has both magnitude and direction, while a scalar has only magnitude.

B. A vector has only magnitude, while a scalar has both magnitude and direction.

C. A vector has only direction, while a scalar has both magnitude and direction.

D. A vector has no magnitude or direction, while a scalar has both.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18

The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to which of the following African cultures?

A. Yoruba

B. Igbo

Correct C. Zulu

D. Hausa

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19

What is the formula for the area of a circle?

Correct A. ( A = pi r^2 )

B. ( A = 2pi r )

C. ( A = pi r )

D. ( A = rac{pi r^2}{2} )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20

The 1963 Republican Convention in the United States was notable for which of the following events?

Correct A. The nomination of Barry Goldwater as the Republican presidential candidate.

B. The passage of the Civil Rights Act.

C. The assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

D. The election of Richard Nixon as President.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21

In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Sokoto Caliphate?

A. External pressures from European colonizers

Correct B. Internal conflicts and power struggles

C. Economic decline and lack of resources

D. Environmental factors such as drought and famine

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22

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 and division

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23

What is the name of the famous Nigerian novel that explores the themes of colonialism and cultural identity?

Correct A. Things Fall Apart

B. Half of a Yellow Sun

C. The Palm Wine Drinkard

D. So Long a Letter

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24

What is the primary cause of the deforestation in the Niger Delta region?

A. Overfishing and pollution

Correct B. Oil exploration and extraction

C. Agricultural activities and land clearing

D. Climate change and natural disasters

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25

What is the name of the Nigerian city that is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks?

A. Lagos

B. Abuja

Correct C. Kano

D. Ibadan

Correct Answer: C

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