POST UTME PAN-ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 to promote economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is NOT a primary objective of ECOWAS?
A. Promoting regional peace and security
B. Fostering economic cooperation and development
C. Encouraging cultural exchange and understanding
Correct D. Establishing a common currency for all member states

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The diagram below represents a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what is the direction of the current flow?
Correct A. From the positive terminal of the battery to the negative terminal
B. From the negative terminal of the battery to the positive terminal
C. In a circular path around the circuit
D. In a zigzag pattern through the resistor

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The United Nations (UN) has 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the six official languages of the UN?
A. Arabic
B. Chinese
C. English
Correct D. Portuguese

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is the state-owned oil company of Nigeria. What is the primary function of the NNPC?
Correct A. To explore and produce oil and gas in Nigeria
B. To refine and market petroleum products in Nigeria
C. To regulate the oil and gas industry in Nigeria
D. To provide training and capacity building for oil and gas professionals in Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The diagram below represents a simple titration setup. If the burette contains a strong acid and the flask contains a strong base, what is the expected outcome of the titration?
Correct A. The acid will be completely neutralized by the base
B. The base will be completely neutralized by the acid
C. The acid and base will react to form a precipitate
D. The acid and base will react to form a gas

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to reduce carbon emissions. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this policy?
A. Increased economic growth
Correct B. Reduced carbon emissions
C. Increased energy costs
D. Job losses in the energy sector

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
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?
Correct A. 10
B. 20
C. 30
D. 40

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
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 9
The Nigerian constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression. What is the implication of this right?
A. The government can censor any form of expression
B. The government can restrict freedom of expression in times of war
Correct C. The government cannot restrict freedom of expression
D. The government can restrict freedom of expression in times of peace

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
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?
Correct A. 10
B. 20
C. 30
D. 40

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The concept of 'Ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
Correct C. Zulu
D. Hausa

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The 'Abacha Loot' refers to the billions of dollars stolen by which Nigerian leader?
A. Abdulsalami Abubakar
Correct B. Sani Abacha
C. Olusegun Obasanjo
D. Muhammadu Buhari

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The 'Niger Delta Crisis' is primarily a conflict over control of which of the following resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Gas
C. Minerals
D. Agriculture

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The 'National Open University of Nigeria' was established by which of the following laws?
A. National Universities Commission Act
Correct B. National Open University of Nigeria Act
C. Federal Universities Act
D. National Polytechnics Act

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The 'Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation' is responsible for which of the following functions?
A. Exploration and production of oil and gas
B. Refining and marketing of petroleum products
C. Regulation of the oil and gas industry
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The 'National Identity Management Commission' is responsible for which of the following functions?
Correct A. Issuance of national identity cards
B. Registration of voters
C. Collection of taxes
D. All of the above

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The 'Nigerian Communications Commission' is responsible for which of the following functions?
A. Regulation of the telecommunications industry
B. Issuance of licenses to telecommunications operators
C. Collection of taxes from telecommunications operators
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The 'National Health Insurance Scheme' is a program aimed at providing which of the following benefits to Nigerians?
A. Free healthcare to all Nigerians
B. Subsidized healthcare to low-income Nigerians
Correct C. Universal health coverage to all Nigerians
D. None of the above

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The 'Nigerian Stock Exchange' is responsible for which of the following functions?
A. Listing and regulation of companies
B. Trading of securities
C. Issuance of licenses to stockbrokers
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The 'National Population Commission' is responsible for which of the following functions?
A. Conducting national censuses
B. Registration of births and deaths
C. Issuance of national identity cards
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
The Hausa-Fulani oligarchy in the Sokoto Caliphate was characterized by which of the following?
A. A rigid adherence to Islamic law
B. A system of governance that was heavily influenced by European colonial powers
Correct C. A feudal system where the Hausa-Fulani aristocracy held absolute power
D. A meritocratic system where positions of power were determined by individual merit

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the significance of the 1914 Amalgamation of Nigeria?
A. It marked the beginning of British colonial rule in Nigeria
Correct B. It led to the creation of the modern Nigerian state
C. It resulted in the division of Nigeria into three separate colonies
D. It had no significant impact on the development of Nigeria

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. Individualism and personal achievement
Correct B. Collectivism and community well-being
C. The pursuit of wealth and material possessions
D. The dominance of one's own culture over others

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was led by
Correct A. Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu
B. General Aguiyi Ironsi
C. General Yakubu Gowon
D. General T.Y. Danjuma

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The concept of 'jihad' in Islamic philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. The pursuit of wealth and material possessions
B. The defense of one's own community and culture
Correct C. The struggle against injustice and oppression
D. The spread of Islam through conquest and conversion

Correct Answer: C

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