POST UTME UNN 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1963 Republican Convention in the United States was notable for the nomination of which candidate?
Correct A. Barry Goldwater
B. Richard Nixon
C. Lyndon B. Johnson
D. John F. Kennedy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
What is the primary function of the Federal Character Commission in Nigeria?
A. To promote national unity and integration
Correct B. To ensure equal representation of all states in the federal government
C. To oversee the implementation of the National Policy on Education
D. To coordinate the activities of the various federal agencies

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the significance of the 1999 Constitution?
Correct A. It established a presidential system of government
B. It introduced a federal system of government
C. It provided for the creation of new states
D. It established an independent judiciary

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
What is the main difference between the Hausa and Fulani empires in pre-colonial Nigeria?
A. The Hausa empire was more centralized than the Fulani empire
Correct B. The Fulani empire was more decentralized than the Hausa empire
C. The Hausa empire was more agricultural than the Fulani empire
D. The Fulani empire was more nomadic than the Hausa empire

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
What is the significance of the 1966 military coup in Nigeria?
Correct A. It marked the beginning of military rule in Nigeria
B. It led to the overthrow of the First Republic
C. It resulted in the creation of new states
D. It introduced a federal system of government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The Nigerian government has proposed a new policy to reduce carbon emissions by 2030. Which of the following is a potential consequence of this policy?
A. Increased cost of living for Nigerians
B. Reduced economic growth
C. Improved air quality
Correct D. Increased reliance on renewable energy

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
A company is considering investing in a new project that has a 20% chance of success and a 80% chance of failure. What is the expected value of this project?
A. -60
Correct B. -40
C. 0
D. 20

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a certain species of bird. The data shows that the population has decreased by 30% over the past 10 years. What is the rate of decrease in the population per year?
A. 3%
B. 5%
Correct C. 7%
D. 9%

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
A company is considering investing in a new project that has a 20% chance of success and a 80% chance of failure. What is the expected value of this project?
A. -60
Correct B. -40
C. 0
D. 20

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a certain species of bird. The data shows that the population has decreased by 30% over the past 10 years. What is the rate of decrease in the population per year?
A. 3%
B. 5%
Correct C. 7%
D. 9%

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The concept of "Wahala" in Nigerian Pidgin is best described as:
Correct A. A state of chaos or disorder
B. A state of confusion or bewilderment
C. A state of excitement or enthusiasm
D. A state of calmness or serenity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The "Green Revolution" in Nigeria was primarily focused on:
A. Increasing food production through irrigation
Correct B. Improving crop yields through the use of high-yielding varieties
C. Reducing the use of chemical fertilizers
D. Increasing the use of organic farming methods

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The concept of "Ubuntu" in African philosophy is best described as:
A. The interconnectedness of all things
B. The idea that individuals are responsible for their own actions
Correct C. The concept of community and interdependence
D. The idea that individuals should prioritize their own interests

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The "New Partnership for Africa's Development" (NEPAD) was launched in:
A. 2001
Correct B. 2002
C. 2003
D. 2004

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The "Nigerian Civil War" (1967-1970) was fought between:
Correct A. Nigeria and Biafra
B. Nigeria and Cameroon
C. Nigeria and Chad
D. Nigeria and Ghana

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The "Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation" (NNPC) was established in:
Correct A. 1977
B. 1978
C. 1979
D. 1980

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The "National Assembly" of Nigeria is composed of:
Correct A. A Senate and a House of Representatives
B. A Senate and a House of Lords
C. A House of Commons and a House of Lords
D. A Senate and a House of Commons

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The "Nigerian Constitution" of 1999 provides for:
Correct A. A presidential system of government
B. A parliamentary system of government
C. A federal system of government
D. A unitary system of government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The "Nigerian Supreme Court" has the power to:
Correct A. Try cases involving the President and Vice President
B. Try cases involving the Governor and Deputy Governor
C. Try cases involving the Senate and House of Representatives
D. Try cases involving the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The "Nigerian Stock Exchange" (NSE) was established in:
A. 1960
Correct B. 1961
C. 1962
D. 1963

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The "Nigerian National Assembly" is composed of:
A. A Senate and a House of Representatives
B. A Senate and a House of Lords
C. A House of Commons and a House of Lords
D. A Senate and a House of Commons

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 22
The 2014 National Conference in Nigeria was convened by President Goodluck Jonathan to address the country's
A. security challenges
B. economic crisis
Correct C. political instability
D. social inequality

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of the
Correct A. World Commission on Environment and Development
B. United Nations Conference on Environment and Development
C. International Union for Conservation of Nature
D. World Wildlife Fund

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The 1960s and 1970s saw a significant increase in the production of oil in Nigeria, which led to
A. a decline in the country's agricultural sector
Correct B. an increase in the country's foreign exchange earnings
C. a rise in the country's inflation rate
D. a decrease in the country's population growth rate

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a
Correct A. federal system of government
B. unitary system of government
C. confederation of states
D. federation of regions

Correct Answer: A

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