POST UTME SKYLINE UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of Nigerian geography, which of the following rivers is NOT a major tributary of the Niger River?
A. Benue River
B. Kaduna River
C. Hadejia River
Correct D. Kano River

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
A company has two factories, A and B, producing a total of 2000 units per day. Factory A produces 60% of the total units, while factory B produces the remaining 40%. If the production rate of factory A increases by 15% and factory B decreases by 10%, what is the new total production?
A. 1800
Correct B. 1900
C. 2000
D. 2100

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A diagram of a simple electric circuit is shown below.
A. The circuit is open.
Correct B. The circuit is closed.
C. The circuit is short-circuited.
D. The circuit is a series circuit.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
In the context of Nigerian literature, which of the following authors wrote the novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
Correct A. Chinua Achebe
B. Wole Soyinka
C. Ben Okri
D. Tayeb Salih

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A diagram of a simple titration setup is shown below.
A. The titration is complete.
B. The titration is incomplete.
Correct C. The titration is in progress.
D. The titration is a neutralization reaction.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
In the context of Nigerian politics, what was the significance of the 1966 coup?
A. It led to the establishment of a military government.
B. It resulted in the secession of the Eastern Region.
Correct C. It marked the beginning of a period of political instability.
D. It led to the adoption of a federal system of government.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Assembly?
Correct A. To make laws for the good governance of Nigeria.
B. To serve as a check on the executive branch.
C. To represent the interests of the Nigerian people.
D. To provide advice to the President on legislative matters.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
In the context of Nigerian literature, what is the significance of the novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
Correct A. It is a classic example of Nigerian literature that explores the themes of colonialism and cultural identity.
B. It is a novel that focuses on the experiences of Nigerian women during the colonial period.
C. It is a work of fiction that explores the themes of love and relationships in a Nigerian setting.
D. It is a non-fiction book that provides a historical account of the Nigerian civil war.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
What is the primary function of the Nigerian Federal Character Commission?
A. To promote national unity and integration.
Correct B. To ensure that the composition of the government reflects the federal character of Nigeria.
C. To provide advice to the President on matters of national unity and integration.
D. To serve as a check on the executive branch.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the significance of the 1914 amalgamation?
Correct A. It marked the beginning of a period of colonial rule in Nigeria.
B. It led to the establishment of a federal system of government.
C. It resulted in the secession of the Northern Region.
D. It marked the beginning of a period of national unity and integration.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
In the context of post-independence Nigerian politics, what was the primary goal of the First Republic's federal character principle?
A. To promote regional autonomy
Correct B. To ensure equal representation for all ethnic groups
C. To reduce the power of the federal government
D. To increase the influence of the military in politics

Correct Answer: B

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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 decline in Nigeria's oil revenue in recent years?
A. Over-reliance on oil exports
B. Corruption and mismanagement of oil revenues
Correct C. Decline in global oil prices
D. Increased competition from other oil-producing countries

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
In a random sample of 1000 Nigerians, 60% reported using a mobile phone. What is the probability that a randomly selected Nigerian uses a mobile phone?
Correct A. 0.6
B. 0.7
C. 0.8
D. 0.9

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
What is the primary benefit of using renewable energy sources in Nigeria?
Correct A. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
B. Increased energy independence
C. Improved air quality
D. Enhanced economic growth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a presidential system of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. A parliamentary system with a prime minister as head of government
Correct C. A presidential system with a president as head of state and government
D. A federal system with a president as head of state and government

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the Nigerian economy. Which of the following is a potential consequence of climate change on the economy?
A. Increased agricultural productivity due to warmer temperatures
B. Decreased economic growth due to loss of biodiversity
C. Increased energy consumption due to air conditioning
Correct D. Increased food prices due to drought

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
A company is considering investing in a new project in Nigeria. Which of the following is a factor that the company should consider when evaluating the project's feasibility?
A. The project's potential impact on the environment
B. The project's potential impact on the local community
Correct C. The project's potential return on investment
D. The project's potential impact on the national economy

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
A student is studying the concept of supply and demand in economics. Which of the following is a characteristic of a perfectly competitive market?
A. A single buyer or seller has significant market power
Correct B. Many buyers and sellers are present in the market
C. The market is characterized by a single product or service
D. The market is characterized by a fixed price

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
A researcher is studying the effects of social media on mental health. Which of the following is a potential consequence of excessive social media use?
A. Improved mental health due to increased social connections
Correct B. Decreased mental health due to increased stress
C. No effect on mental health
D. Improved mental health due to increased access to mental health resources

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
A company is considering investing in a new project in Nigeria. Which of the following is a factor that the company should consider when evaluating the project's feasibility?
A. The project's potential impact on the environment
B. The project's potential impact on the local community
Correct C. The project's potential return on investment
D. The project's potential impact on the national economy

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A student is studying the concept of supply and demand in economics. Which of the following is a characteristic of a perfectly competitive market?
A. A single buyer or seller has significant market power
Correct B. Many buyers and sellers are present in the market
C. The market is characterized by a single product or service
D. The market is characterized by a fixed price

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the Nigerian economy. Which of the following is a potential consequence of climate change on the economy?
A. Increased agricultural productivity due to warmer temperatures
B. Decreased economic growth due to loss of biodiversity
C. Increased energy consumption due to air conditioning
Correct D. Increased food prices due to drought

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
A company is considering investing in a new project in Nigeria. Which of the following is a factor that the company should consider when evaluating the project's feasibility?
A. The project's potential impact on the environment
B. The project's potential impact on the local community
Correct C. The project's potential return on investment
D. The project's potential impact on the national economy

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
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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