POST UTME VERITAS UNIVERSITY 2019 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal republic with a presidential system of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of a presidential system of government?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. Concentration of power in the hands of the president
C. A parliamentary system with a prime minister
D. A unitary system with a monarch
Question 2
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is rich in oil reserves. What is the main environmental impact of oil exploration in this region?
A. Deforestation and habitat destruction
B. Water pollution and oil spills
C. Soil erosion and land degradation
D. Climate change and global warming
Question 3
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to reduce carbon emissions. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this policy?
A. Increased use of renewable energy
B. Decreased economic growth
C. Improved air quality
D. Increased unemployment
Question 4
A researcher conducted an experiment to determine the effect of pH on the growth of E. coli bacteria. The results are shown in the graph below.
A. The growth of E. coli increases with increasing pH
B. The growth of E. coli decreases with increasing pH
C. The growth of E. coli remains constant with increasing pH
D. The growth of E. coli is unaffected by pH
Question 5
A researcher is studying the effect of climate change on the population of a certain species. The population is modeled by the logistic equation \[ \frac{dP}{dt} = rP \left( 1 - \frac{P}{K} \right) \]. What is the growth rate of the population?
A. 0.1
B. 0.2
C. 0.3
D. 0.4
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) has 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the six main organs of the UN?
A. General Assembly
B. Security Council
C. Economic and Social Council
D. Federal Reserve Bank
Question 7
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 20% chance of success and a 80% chance of failure. What is the expected value of the project?
A. 10
B. 20
C. 30
D. 40
Question 8
A survey of 1000 Nigerians found that 60% of them believed that corruption was a major problem in the country. If 80% of the respondents were men, how many men believed that corruption was a major problem?
A. 600
B. 800
C. 1000
D. 1200
Question 9
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the significance of the 'Third Force' movement?
A. A movement to promote the interests of the Igbo people
B. A movement to promote the interests of the Hausa-Fulani people
C. A movement to promote the interests of the Yoruba people
D. A movement to promote the interests of the common man
Question 10
The Nigerian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression. However, this right is subject to certain limitations. What is the primary limitation on this right?
A. Freedom of expression cannot be used to incite violence
B. Freedom of expression cannot be used to defame others
C. Freedom of expression cannot be used to undermine national security
D. Freedom of expression cannot be used to criticize the government
Question 11
A company's profit is given by the equation P = 2x^2 + 5x - 3, where x is the number of units sold. If the company sells 10 units, what is the profit?
A. ₦23
B. ₦25
C. ₦27
D. ₦29
Question 12
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. What is the core idea behind 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Human rights and dignity
D. Social justice and equality
Question 13
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military Decree
B. Constitutional Conference
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Order
Question 14
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in which year?
A. 1975
B. 1980
C. 1985
D. 1990
Question 15
The 2019 general elections in Nigeria were characterized by a high level of violence and intimidation. Which of the following was a major consequence of this violence?
A. Low voter turnout
B. Increased voter apathy
C. Displacement of voters from their polling units
D. Decreased voter registration

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