Practice post utme pan-atlantic university government 2022 Past Questions

Question 1

In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the constituent units. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this system.

A. Advantages: promotes regional autonomy, encourages economic development, and reduces the risk of conflict.

B. Disadvantages: can lead to inefficiencies, creates bureaucratic hurdles, and hinders national integration.

C. Advantages: promotes national unity, facilitates economic growth, and enhances national security.

D. Disadvantages: can lead to centralization of power, creates regional disparities, and hinders social mobility.

Question 2

The following diagram shows a simple economic graph. If the demand curve is represented by the equation Qd = 100 - 2P and the supply curve is represented by the equation Qs = 2P - 100, what is the expected equilibrium price?

A. 20

B. 30

C. 40

D. 50

Question 3

The concept of separation of powers is essential in a democratic government. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government?

A. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.

B. The executive branch has the power to veto laws passed by the legislative branch, while the judicial branch has the power to declare laws unconstitutional.

C. The legislative branch has the power to impeach the executive branch, while the judicial branch has the power to declare the legislative branch's actions unconstitutional.

D. The judicial branch has the power to appoint judges to the executive branch, while the legislative branch has the power to declare the judicial branch's actions unconstitutional.

Question 4

A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. If the circuit is connected to a power source, what is the expected current flowing through the 2-ohm resistor?

A. 1 A

B. 2 A

C. 3 A

D. 4 A

Question 5

The concept of authority is closely tied to the idea of legitimacy. Discuss how authority is exercised in different contexts and how it is perceived by different groups.

A. Authority is exercised through the use of power, coercion, and persuasion.

B. Authority is only exercised through the use of power and not through coercion or persuasion.

C. Authority is only exercised through persuasion and not through power or coercion.

D. Authority is only exercised through manipulation and not through power, coercion, or persuasion.

Question 6

The concept of 'foreign policy' in international relations refers to the set of goals and objectives that a state pursues in its interactions with other states and international organizations. Which of the following types of foreign policy is most likely to be pursued by a state that is seeking to increase its economic influence?

A. Realist foreign policy

B. Liberal foreign policy

C. Constructivist foreign policy

D. Pragmatic foreign policy

Question 7

The concept of rule of law is essential in a democratic government. Which of the following best describes the rule of law?

A. The rule of law is a set of laws that are made by the government and enforced by the police.

B. The rule of law is a set of principles that guide the behavior of citizens and government officials.

C. The rule of law is a system of laws that are fair, just, and applied equally to all citizens.

D. The rule of law is a set of laws that are made by the government and enforced by the military.

Question 8

The diagram below shows a simple black and white chemistry apparatus setup for a titration experiment. Identify the part labeled 'A'.

A. Burette

B. Beaker

C. Test Tube

D. Circuit

Question 9

The concept of public administration is essential in a democratic government. Which of the following best describes public administration?

A. Public administration is the process of making laws and policies.

B. Public administration is the process of implementing laws and policies.

C. Public administration is the process of evaluating the effectiveness of laws and policies.

D. Public administration is the process of making decisions for the government.

Question 10

The concept of power is central to the study of politics. Discuss the different types of power and how they are exercised in different contexts.

A. Power can be exercised through coercion, persuasion, or manipulation.

B. Power is only exercised through coercion and not through persuasion or manipulation.

C. Power is only exercised through persuasion and not through coercion or manipulation.

D. Power is only exercised through manipulation and not through coercion or persuasion.

Question 11

The African Union (AU) has been instrumental in promoting regional integration and economic development in Africa. Which of the following is a key objective of the AU's Agenda 2063?

A. To establish a single African currency by 2025.

B. To promote regional trade and investment through the creation of a continental free trade area.

C. To enhance African ownership and leadership of the global economic system.

D. To increase African participation in global governance and decision-making.

Question 12

The concept of pressure groups is essential in a democratic government. Which of the following best describes pressure groups?

A. Pressure groups are groups of people who share similar ideas and goals.

B. Pressure groups are groups of people who are elected to office.

C. Pressure groups are groups of people who are responsible for making laws and policies.

D. Pressure groups are groups of people who are responsible for implementing laws and policies.

Question 13

The concept of 'pre-colonial administration' refers to the systems of governance that existed in West Africa before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following empires is an example of a pre-colonial administration?

A. The Ashanti Empire

B. The Oyo Empire

C. The Hausa Kingdoms

D. The Igbo Confederacy

Question 14

The concept of 'soft power' in international relations was first introduced by which of the following scholars?

A. Joseph Nye

B. Zbigniew Brzezinski

C. Hans Morgenthau

D. Kenneth Waltz

Question 15

The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of colonialism on Nigeria's constitutional development?

A. Colonialism introduced a rigid and inflexible constitution that hindered Nigeria's political development.

B. Colonialism imposed a constitution that prioritized the interests of the colonial power over those of the Nigerian people.

C. Colonialism facilitated the adoption of a constitution that promoted democratic values and human rights.

D. Colonialism had no significant impact on Nigeria's constitutional development.

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