POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2021 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
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}
C. \frac{2}{10}
D. \frac{1}{20}
Question 2
What is the name of the famous Nigerian musician who is known for his unique blend of traditional and modern music styles?
A. Fela Kuti
B. King Sunny Adé
C. Tony Allen
D. E.T. Mensah
Question 3
What is the name of the largest river in Nigeria?
A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Kaduna River
D. Osun River
Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the establishment of which of the following institutions?
A. Independent National Electoral Commission
B. National Human Rights Commission
C. Federal Character Commission
D. National Population Commission
Question 5
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'état was led by which of the following military officers?
A. General Aguiyi Ironsi
B. General Yakubu Gowon
C. General Murtala Mohammed
D. General Olusegun Obasanjo
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) has 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main purposes of the UN?
A. Maintaining international peace and security
B. Promoting sustainable development
C. Providing humanitarian aid
D. Promoting the use of a single currency among member states
Question 7
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to which of the following African cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Zulu
D. Hausa
Question 8
What is the name of the first president of Nigeria?
A. Nnamdi Azikiwe
B. Tafawa Balewa
C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Shehu Shagari
Question 9
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?
A. ₦300,000
B. ₦200,000
C. ₦400,000
D. ₦500,000
Question 10
What is the primary cause of the oil spill in the Niger Delta region?
A. Human error and negligence
B. Equipment failure and malfunction
C. Natural disasters and environmental factors
D. Sabotage and terrorism
Question 11
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%
C. 40%
D. 50%
Question 12
What is the name of the Nigerian city that is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Kano
D. Ibadan
Question 13
The concept of 'separation of powers' is a fundamental principle of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria. Which of the following branches of government exercises the power of legislation?
A. Executive
B. Judicial
C. Legislative
D. Independent National Electoral Commission
Question 14
What is the formula for the area of a circle?
A. ( A = pi r^2 )
B. ( A = 2pi r )
C. ( A = pi r )
D. ( A = rac{pi r^2}{2} )
Question 15
What is the formula for the area of a circle?
A. ( A = pi r^2 )
B. ( A = 2pi r )
C. ( A = pi r )
D. ( A = 2pi r^2 )

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