POST UTME UNIBEN 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to the overthrow of which of the following leaders?
A. Tafawa Balewa
B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Correct C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Ahmadu Bello

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
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 3
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced by which of the following international organizations?
Correct A. United Nations
B. World Bank
C. International Monetary Fund
D. World Health Organization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The Niger River is the main source of which of the following natural resources?
A. Fisheries
B. Timber
C. Minerals
Correct D. Hydroelectric Power

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
The Oyo Empire was a major power in the pre-colonial period in Nigeria. Which of the following was a major factor in its decline?
A. The rise of the Dahomey Empire
B. The influence of the Portuguese
C. The impact of the trans-Saharan trade
Correct D. The impact of the slave trade

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
What is the primary source of revenue for the Nigerian government?
Correct A. Petroleum
B. Agriculture
C. Manufacturing
D. Services

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does it mean?
Correct A. Humanity towards others
B. Humanity towards oneself
C. Humanity towards the environment
D. Humanity towards the ancestors

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The Niger Delta region is a major source of revenue for Nigeria. What is the primary economic activity in this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Fishing
Correct C. Oil production
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The concept of 'sankofa' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does it mean?
A. Going back to the past
B. Moving forward to the future
Correct C. Learning from the past
D. Ignoring the past

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A company has a profit of ₦120,000 and an expense of ₦80,000. What is the company's net income?
Correct A. ₦40,000
B. ₦60,000
C. ₦80,000
D. ₦120,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
A population of 100,000 is expected to increase by 10% in one year. What will be the population after one year?
A. 110,000
Correct B. 120,000
C. 130,000
D. 140,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between Lagos and Abuja is 800 km, how many hours will the journey take?
A. 5 hours
Correct B. 6 hours
C. 7 hours
D. 8 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
A company has a profit of ₦120,000 and an expense of ₦80,000. What is the company's net income?
Correct A. ₦40,000
B. ₦60,000
C. ₦80,000
D. ₦120,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interconnectedness. Which of the following best describes the essence of ubuntu?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and altruism
D. Nationalism and patriotism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A researcher conducts a study on the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity in Nigeria. Which of the following statistical methods would be most appropriate for analyzing the data?
Correct A. Regression analysis
B. Time series analysis
C. ANOVA
D. Chi-square test

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The Nigerian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression. However, this right is not absolute and can be limited in certain circumstances. Which of the following is an example of a limitation on the right to freedom of expression?
A. During a state of emergency
B. To prevent the disclosure of confidential information
C. To protect the reputation of public figures
Correct D. To prevent the spread of false information

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
A company in Nigeria wants to expand its operations to other African countries. Which of the following is a key consideration for the company when deciding which countries to invest in?
A. The country's economic stability
Correct B. The country's political stability
C. The country's cultural similarity to Nigeria
D. The country's geographical proximity to Nigeria

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interconnectedness. Which of the following best describes the essence of ubuntu?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
Correct B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and altruism
D. Nationalism and patriotism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which political process?
A. Military coup
Correct B. National Conference
C. Constitutional Amendment
D. Referendum

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the Niger Delta region. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change on the region?
A. Increased rainfall
Correct B. Sea-level rise
C. More frequent droughts
D. Warmer temperatures

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 10% chance of success and a 90% chance of failure. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦100
Correct B. ₦90
C. ₦10
D. ₦0

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A diagram shows a circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. If the switch is closed, what is the current flowing through the circuit?
A. 5A
Correct B. 10A
C. 15A
D. 20A

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
A researcher is studying the effects of deforestation on the environment. Which of the following is a likely consequence of deforestation?
A. Increased biodiversity
B. Decreased greenhouse gas emissions
Correct C. Loss of soil fertility
D. Increased water quality

Correct Answer: C

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