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waec 2012 biology
Q1. The autonomic nervous system consists of neurons that control the
Avoluntary muscle
Bheart beat
Ctongue
Dhands
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waec 2024 english
Q2. From the words lettered A to D, choose the correct answer. The word "promise" has its stress on the _________ syllable. A. First B. Second C. Third D. Fourth
AFirst
BSecond
CThird
DFourth
Correct Answer: A
"Promise" is stressed on the first syllable: PROM-ise, as is common for nouns derived from verbs in this pattern.
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waec 2021 insurance
Q3. A broker's duty includes
AAdvising on suitable cover
BSettling claims
CInvesting funds
DRegulating market
Correct Answer: A
Insurance brokers advise clients on appropriate policies, negotiate terms, and act in the client's best interest.
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waec 2012 physics
Q4. Two 2µF capacitors are connected in parallel. The combination is connected in series with a 6µF capacitor. What is the equivalent capacitor for the combination?
A10.0µF
B8.0µF
C1.5µF
D2.4µF
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waec 2020 insurance
Q5. The ombudsman resolves
ADisputes between insured and insurer
BPremium calculations
CRisk assessments
DPolicy issuances
Correct Answer: A
The insurance ombudsman mediates complaints from policyholders against insurers, providing free, binding resolution for fair treatment.
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waec 2022 insurance
Q6. Key person insurance is for
ABusiness protection against key employee loss
BGeneral staff cover
CProperty assets
DClient liabilities
Correct Answer: A
Key person (or key man) insurance compensates a business for financial loss from the death or disability of a vital employee (e.g., CEO). General staff is group life; property is material damage; clients public liability.
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waec 2022 mathematics
Q7. Find the equation of a straight line parallel to the line 2x - y = 5 and having intercept of 5
A2x + y = 5
B2x + y = -5
C2x - y = -5
D2x - y = 5
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waec 2017 government
Q8. According to Karl Marx, socialism developed as a consequence of the evils of
Amonarchy
Bcommunalism
Cfeudalism
Dcapitalism
Correct Answer: D
Karl Marx critiqued capitalism for its exploitation of the working class (proletariat) by the owners of production (bourgeoisie), leading to alienation, inequality, and crises. He argued that these 'evils' would inevitably lead to a proletarian revolution and the establishment of socialism as a transitional stage to communism.
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waec 2025 yoruba
Q9. Nínú ìwé 'Ìkúnlẹ̀ Abíyẹ', kí ni orúkọ ọmọkùnrin tí ó fẹ́ràn Abíyẹ?
AAdéyẹmí
BỌlátúndé
CFádípẹ̀
DÀkànní
Correct Answer: A
Nínú ìwé 'Ìkúnlẹ̀ Abíyẹ', Adéyẹmí ni ọmọkùnrin tí ó fẹ́ràn Abíyẹ. Àwọn orúkọ yòókù kò wà nínú ìtàn náà.
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waec 2005 mathematics
Q10. Evaluate ((〖81〗(3/4) -〖27〗(1/3))))/(3×2^3 )
A3
B1
C1/3
D1/8
Correct Answer: B
(81(3/4) - 27(1/3))/(3×23 )=((3(3-3/4)-33(3-3/4)))/(3×23 )=(33 -3)/(3 ×8) = (27 - 3 ) / 24 = 24/24 = 1
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waec 2018 physics
Q11. A motor of a corn mill machine operates on electrical energy of 1.44 x 10⁵. If one-quarter of the energy is wasted in the form of sound and heat, determine the efficiency of the machine.
A25%
B36%
C64%
D75%
Correct Answer: D
Wasted energy = (1/4) × 1.44 × 10⁵ = 0.36 × 10⁵ J. Useful energy = 1.08 × 10⁵ J. Efficiency = (useful / total) × 100% = (1.08 / 1.44) × 100% = 75%.
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waec 1989 government
Q12. The judicial organ of government is the body which
Aimplements the law
Bmakes the law
Cpunishes lawmakers
Dinterprets the law
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waec 2019 chemistry
Q13. Which of the following properties increases from left to right along the period but decreases down the group in the Periodic Table? i. Atomic Number ii. Ionization energy iii. Metallic character iv. Electron affinity
Aii and iii only
Bii and iv only
Ciii and iv only
Di and ii only
Correct Answer: B
Across a period (left to right): ionization energy increases, electron affinity increases, metallic character decreases, atomic number increases. Down a group: ionization energy decreases, electron affinity decreases. Properties that increase left to right AND decrease down the group are ionization energy (ii) and electron affinity (iv). Answer: B.
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waec 2022 crk
Q14. Which of the following names was given to Solomon by the prophet Nathan when he was born?
AAmnon
BAbsalom
CJedediah
DTamor
Correct Answer: C
2 Samuel 12:25 records Nathan calling Solomon 'Jedidiah' ('beloved of the Lord'), signifying God's favor despite Bathsheba's adultery, foreshadowing Solomon's wisdom and temple-building role.
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waec 2025 mathematics
Q15. An interior angle of a polygon is 150°. How many sides has polygon?
A6
B9
C12
D15
Correct Answer: C
(n-2)180 / n = 150, 180n - 360 = 150n, 30n = 360, n = 12.
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waec 2022 irk
Q16. The Surah which begins with four oaths is
Aad-Duha
BAlaq
Cal-Kafirun
Dat-Tin
Correct Answer: D
Surah at-Tin (95) opens with four oaths: 'By the fig and the olive, by Mount Sinai, and by this secure city [Makkah],' emphasizing Allah's creation and the ultimate return to Him for judgment.
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waec 2017 commerce
Q17. A promissory note is a?
ARequest for payment
BPromise to pay
CReceipt for goods
DTransport contract
Correct Answer: B
A promissory note is a legal IOU where the maker unconditionally promises to pay a determinate sum to the payee or bearer at a specified time or on demand, often used in short-term financing.
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waec 2024 fineart
Q18. The principle of art that refers to the visual coherence of elements in a composition is
Abalance
Bunity
Ccontrast
Drhythm
Correct Answer: B
Unity refers to the visual coherence of elements in a composition, ensuring all parts work together to create a harmonious whole.
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waec 2020 computerstudies
Q19. Which of the following is a characteristic of a cryogenic computing system?
AOperates at room temperature
BUses ultra-low temperatures for efficiency
CLimited to small data
DHigh power usage
Correct Answer: B
Cryogenic computing operates near absolute zero (e.g., using superconductors) to minimize resistance and noise, enabling ultra-efficient quantum or classical computations with reduced energy.
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waec 2024 englishlit
Q20. Read the passage below: 'her John was on his way back. ... She wrung her hands in silent expectation. ... listening to the silence of the room ... heart pounding ... like one sleepwalking ... doorbell rang. Jenny dropped the tray.' The mood is one of
Aanxiety
Bdespondency
Csorrow
Dregret
Correct Answer: A
Jenny's pounding heart, wringing hands, and nervous actions create an anxious mood.
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