POST UTME SKYLINE UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Parliamentarism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
What is the primary cause of the 2012 flooding in Nigeria?
A. Climate Change
Correct B. Deforestation
C. Urbanization
D. Agricultural Runoff

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The Niger Delta region is rich in which of the following natural resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
Correct D. Zulu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
The 1960s saw a significant increase in the use of which of the following literary devices in Nigerian literature?
A. Imagery
B. Symbolism
C. Alliteration
Correct D. Stream-of-Consciousness

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
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 7
A company in Nigeria is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 10% chance of failure and a 20% chance of success. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦1000
Correct B. ₦1200
C. ₦1500
D. ₦1800

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
A map of Nigeria is shown below. What is the name of the river that flows through the city of Lagos?
Correct A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Osun River
D. Lagos Lagoon

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A company in Nigeria is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 10% chance of failure and a 20% chance of success. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦1000
Correct B. ₦1200
C. ₦1500
D. ₦1800

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
A map of Nigeria is shown below. What is the name of the city that is the capital of Nigeria?
A. Lagos
Correct B. Abuja
C. Kano
D. Ibadan

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the significance of the 1914 Amalgamation of Nigeria?
A. It led to the formation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates.
B. It resulted in the creation of the Colony and Protectorate of Lagos.
Correct C. It marked the beginning of British colonial rule in Nigeria.
D. It led to the establishment of the Nigerian National Assembly.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
Solve for x in the equation (2^x + 5^x = 10^x).
A. x = 2
Correct B. x = 3
C. x = 4
D. x = 5

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
In the context of Basic Science and Environment, 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

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
In the context of Post-Independence Nigerian Politics and Government, what was the significance of the 1966 Military Coup?
A. It led to the establishment of a civilian government
B. It resulted in the creation of the Nigerian National Assembly
Correct C. It marked the beginning of military rule in Nigeria
D. It led to the formation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
Solve for x in the equation (x^2 + 4x - 5 = 0).
A. x = 1
Correct B. x = -1
C. x = 2
D. x = -2

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The 1960s saw a significant increase in the number of Nigerian students studying abroad. What was the primary reason for this increase?
A. The Nigerian government increased funding for scholarships.
B. The number of universities in Nigeria increased, making it easier for students to study at home.
Correct C. The Nigerian economy experienced a period of rapid growth, allowing more students to afford studying abroad.
D. The British government increased the number of scholarships available to Nigerian students.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of respondents believed that the country's economy was improving. However, 40% of respondents also believed that the country's economy was getting worse. What can be concluded from this data?
A. The majority of Nigerians believe that the economy is improving.
B. The majority of Nigerians believe that the economy is getting worse.
Correct C. The data is inconsistent and cannot be relied upon.
D. The data suggests that the economy is stable.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
A company in Nigeria is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of success and a 10% chance of failure. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦10
Correct B. ₦5
C. ₦0
D. ₦-5

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. What is the current flowing through the circuit?
Correct A. 2A
B. 4A
C. 6A
D. 8A

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of respondents believed that the country's economy was improving. However, 40% of respondents also believed that the country's economy was getting worse. What can be concluded from this data?
A. The majority of Nigerians believe that the economy is improving.
B. The majority of Nigerians believe that the economy is getting worse.
Correct C. The data is inconsistent and cannot be relied upon.
D. The data suggests that the economy is stable.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
A company in Nigeria is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of success and a 10% chance of failure. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦10
Correct B. ₦5
C. ₦0
D. ₦-5

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. What is the current flowing through the circuit?
Correct A. 2A
B. 4A
C. 6A
D. 8A

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of respondents believed that the country's economy was improving. However, 40% of respondents also believed that the country's economy was getting worse. What can be concluded from this data?
A. The majority of Nigerians believe that the economy is improving.
B. The majority of Nigerians believe that the economy is getting worse.
C. The data is inconsistent and cannot be relied upon.
D. The data suggests that the economy is stable.

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 24
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of which international organization?
Correct A. United Nations
B. World Bank
C. International Monetary Fund
D. World Health Organization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Socialism
D. Capitalism

Correct Answer: A

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