POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2025 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?
A. Photosynthesis
B. Respiration
C. Transpiration
D. Evaporation
Question 2
What is the main difference between the Hausa and Fulani ethnic groups in Nigeria?
A. Language and culture
B. Religion and customs
C. Geographical location and occupation
D. Social status and economic activities
Question 3
In the context of Nigeria's post-independence politics, what was the significance of the 1966 coup?
A. It marked the beginning of a new era of military rule in Nigeria
B. It led to the overthrow of the First Republic and the establishment of the Second Republic
C. It resulted in the assassination of several prominent politicians, including Prime Minister Tafawa Balewa
D. It was a response to the perceived corruption and inefficiency of the First Republic
Question 4
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established a presidential system of government. Which of the following was a key feature of this system?
A. The president served as both head of state and head of government
B. The president was directly elected by the people
C. The president had the power to appoint the head of the judiciary
D. The president was accountable to the National Assembly
Question 5
A company has a profit of ₦120,000 and a loss of ₦80,000. What is the net profit?
A. ₦40,000
B. ₦60,000
C. ₦80,000
D. ₦100,000
Question 6
A company has 250 employees, and 60% of them are male. If 80% of the male employees are married, what is the number of married male employees?
A. 120
B. 150
C. 180
D. 200
Question 7
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between Lagos and Abuja is 600 km, how many hours will it take to travel from Lagos to Abuja?
A. 4 hours
B. 5 hours
C. 6 hours
D. 7 hours
Question 8
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between Lagos and Abuja is 700 km, how many hours will the journey take?
A. 5 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 7 hours
D. 8 hours
Question 9
The 2015 general elections in Nigeria marked a significant turning point in the country's political history. Which of the following best describes the outcome of these elections?
A. The elections were widely regarded as free and fair, and marked a significant improvement over previous elections
B. The elections were marred by violence and rigging, and were widely condemned by international observers
C. The elections resulted in the emergence of a new president, who would go on to implement significant reforms
D. The elections led to the adoption of a new constitution for Nigeria
Question 10
The 1963 Republican Convention in Lagos marked a significant turning point in Nigeria's political history. Which of the following best describes the outcome of this convention?
A. The convention led to the formation of a new political party, the Nigerian People's Congress (NPC)
B. The convention resulted in the merger of the Action Group (AG) and the Nigerian People's Congress (NPC)
C. The convention saw the emergence of a new leader, who would go on to become the first Prime Minister of Nigeria
D. The convention led to the adoption of a new constitution for Nigeria
Question 11
What is the capital of the state of Osun in Nigeria?
A. Ibadan
B. Ilorin
C. Osogbo
D. Akure
Question 12
A firm has a profit of ₦100,000 and a total fixed cost of ₦50,000. If the firm's total revenue is ₦150,000, what is the firm's total variable cost?
A. ₦50,000
B. ₦75,000
C. ₦100,000
D. ₦125,000
Question 13
What is the main difference between the Hausa and Fulani ethnic groups in Nigeria?
A. Language and culture
B. Religion and customs
C. Geographical location and occupation
D. Social status and economic activities
Question 14
The diagram below represents a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a light bulb. What is the function of the battery in this circuit?
A. To increase the voltage of the circuit
B. To decrease the current of the circuit
C. To reduce the resistance of the circuit
D. To increase the power of the circuit
Question 15
The concept of 'sankofa' is central to African philosophy. Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'sankofa'?
A. Sankofa refers to the idea that individuals must look back to the past in order to move forward
B. Sankofa refers to the idea that individuals must ignore the past in order to move forward
C. Sankofa refers to the idea that individuals must be superior to others in order to move forward
D. Sankofa refers to the idea that individuals must be inferior to others in order to move forward

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