POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Oyo Empire was a powerful empire in what region of Nigeria?
A. North
B. South
Correct C. West
D. East

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
What is the primary source of energy for the Nigerian economy?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
Correct D. Petroleum

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
The Niger Delta region is known for its rich deposits of which mineral?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The concept of 'Urhobo' is a cultural phenomenon in which region of Nigeria?
Correct A. Delta
B. Oyo
C. Kogi
D. Benue

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The Jos Plateau is a region in Nigeria known for its rich deposits of which mineral?
A. Copper
Correct B. Zinc
C. Lead
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The 2014 National Conference in Nigeria was convened by President Goodluck Jonathan to address which of the following issues?
A. The Boko Haram insurgency
Correct B. The fuel subsidy removal
C. The 2015 general elections
D. The Niger Delta crisis

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)?
A. To regulate the downstream petroleum sector
Correct B. To explore and produce crude oil
C. To refine and distribute petroleum products
D. To manage the country's oil revenue

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of which of the following African cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
Correct C. Zulu
D. Hausa

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The 1967-1970 civil war in Nigeria was fought between the government and which of the following groups?
Correct A. The Igbo people
B. The Hausa people
C. The Yoruba people
D. The Fulani people

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The concept of 'jihad' is a key aspect of which of the following Islamic practices?
A. Salat
B. Sawm
C. Zakat
Correct D. Jihad

Correct Answer: D

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Question 11
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Kanem-Bornu Empire?
Correct A. Internal conflicts and external pressures
B. Environmental degradation and climate change
C. Economic decline and trade disruptions
D. Religious conflicts and power struggles

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
Solve for x in the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 ).
A. 10
Correct B. 100
C. 1000
D. 10000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
What is the primary cause of the increase in global temperatures over the past century?
A. Deforestation and land-use changes
Correct B. Burning of fossil fuels and industrial activities
C. Population growth and urbanization
D. Natural climate variability

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
In the context of Environmental Education, what is the term for the process by which the Earth's atmosphere traps heat from the sun?
Correct A. Greenhouse effect
B. Ozone depletion
C. Climate change
D. Sustainable development

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
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 16
The Nigerian government has implemented a policy to increase the use of renewable energy sources. Which of the following is a benefit of this policy?
Correct A. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
B. Increased energy independence
C. Improved air quality
D. Increased energy costs

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of success and a 80% chance of failure. What is the expected value of the project?
A. -60
B. -40
Correct C. 0
D. 20

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a simple circuit. What is the current flowing through the 2 ohm resistor?
A. 1 A
Correct B. 2 A
C. 3 A
D. 4 A

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The Nigerian government has implemented a policy to increase the use of renewable energy sources. Which of the following is a benefit of this policy?
Correct A. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
B. Increased energy independence
C. Improved air quality
D. Increased energy costs

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of success and a 80% chance of failure. What is the expected value of the project?
A. -60
B. -40
Correct C. 0
D. 20

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military Rule
Correct B. Constitutional Conference
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Order

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
What is the primary function of the National Assembly in the Nigerian Constitution?
Correct A. To make laws for the peace, order, and good government of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President
C. To approve the budget of the Federal Government
D. To declare war on other countries

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The concept of federal character in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at?
A. Promoting national unity and integration
B. Ensuring equal opportunities for all citizens
Correct C. Reducing regionalism and tribalism
D. Increasing the power of the President

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of which of the following types of local governments?
A. Urban and Rural Councils
B. Local Government Areas
C. State and Federal Capital Territory
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The concept of the rule of law in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at?
A. Promoting national unity and integration
B. Ensuring equal opportunities for all citizens
C. Reducing regionalism and tribalism
Correct D. Ensuring that the government and citizens are subject to the law

Correct Answer: D

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