POST UTME UNIPORT 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to reduce carbon emissions by 2030. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this policy?
Correct A. Increased reliance on renewable energy sources
B. Reduced economic growth
C. Increased energy costs for consumers
D. No impact on the environment

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A company has two factories, A and B, producing widgets. Factory A produces 200 widgets per hour, while factory B produces 150 widgets per hour. If the company wants to produce a total of 500 widgets in 3 hours, how many widgets should factory A produce in the first hour?
A. 100
Correct B. 150
C. 200
D. 250

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of respondents supported the current government, while 40% opposed it. If a random sample of 50 respondents is selected, what is the probability that at least 30 of them will support the government?
A. 0.5
B. 0.6
Correct C. 0.7
D. 0.8

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 500 km, how many hours will the car take to complete the journey?
A. 5
B. 6
Correct C. 6.25
D. 7

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
A company has a profit of ₦100,000 in the first year, ₦120,000 in the second year, and ₦150,000 in the third year. What is the average annual profit of the company?
A. ₦100,000
B. ₦120,000
Correct C. ₦130,000
D. ₦140,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
What was the primary reason for the collapse of the First Republic in Nigeria?
Correct A. Ethnic and regional tensions
B. Economic instability
C. Military intervention
D. Corruption and mismanagement

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
Solve for x in the equation ( rac{x}{2} + 5 = 11 ).
A. 6
Correct B. 8
C. 10
D. 12

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
What is the main function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. Protein synthesis
Correct B. Energy production
C. Cell signaling
D. Cell division

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
What was the main cause of the Nigerian Civil War?
Correct A. Ethnic and regional tensions
B. Economic instability
C. Military intervention
D. Corruption and mismanagement

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
A. -1
Correct B. 1
C. 2
D. 3

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military Rule
Correct B. Constitutional Conference
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Order

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
In a normal distribution, what is the probability that a value lies within 1 standard deviation of the mean?
A. 0.5
Correct B. 0.68
C. 0.95
D. 0.99

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in which year?
Correct A. 1975
B. 1980
C. 1985
D. 1990

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
What is the formula for the area of a triangle?
Correct A. ( rac{1}{2} imes ext{base} imes ext{height} )
B. ( \text{base} \times \text{height} )
C. ( \frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} )
D. ( \text{base} \times \text{width} )

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The 1963 Republican Convention was held in which city?
Correct A. Lagos
B. Ibadan
C. Kaduna
D. Enugu

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to the overthrow of which Nigerian leader?
A. Tafawa Balewa
B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Correct C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Nnamdi Azikiwe

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)?
A. To regulate the Nigerian oil industry
Correct B. To explore and produce oil in Nigeria
C. To refine and distribute petroleum products in Nigeria
D. To provide electricity to Nigerian households

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is known for its rich deposits of which mineral?
A. Coal
B. Iron ore
Correct C. Oil
D. Gold

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of which African philosophy?
Correct A. Ubuntu
B. Ubuntu philosophy
C. Ubuntuism
D. Ubuntu ideology

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The 1963 Republican Convention in Nigeria was held in which city?
Correct A. Lagos
B. Ibadan
C. Kaduna
D. Enugu

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of a National Assembly, which is composed of two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Senate has 109 members, while the House of Representatives has 360 members. What is the total number of members in the National Assembly?
Correct A. 469
B. 469
C. 469
D. 469

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels. The policy aims to increase the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power. What is the main advantage of using renewable energy sources?
A. Renewable energy sources are cheaper than fossil fuels
Correct B. Renewable energy sources are cleaner than fossil fuels
C. Renewable energy sources are more abundant than fossil fuels
D. Renewable energy sources are more reliable than fossil fuels

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The Nigerian economy is heavily reliant on the oil and gas industry. However, the government has introduced policies to diversify the economy and reduce its reliance on the oil and gas industry. What is the main reason for this policy?
Correct A. To reduce the country's reliance on a single industry
B. To increase the country's revenue from oil and gas exports
C. To create jobs in the oil and gas industry
D. To reduce the country's debt burden

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to improve the country's infrastructure. The policy aims to increase the construction of roads, bridges, and other public buildings. What is the main advantage of this policy?
A. To create jobs in the construction industry
Correct B. To improve the country's transportation network
C. To increase the country's revenue from taxes
D. To reduce the country's poverty rate

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to improve the country's education system. The policy aims to increase access to education for all citizens, regardless of their background or socio-economic status. What is the main advantage of this policy?
Correct A. To increase the country's literacy rate
B. To improve the country's economic growth
C. To reduce the country's poverty rate
D. To increase the country's life expectancy

Correct Answer: A

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