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Plateau State University (PLASU) Direct Entry Past Questions and Answers

On this platform, Direct Entry Plateau State University (PLASU) aspirants can access past questions and answers to prepare effectively and familiarize themselves with the exam format before downloading the complete question booklet.

Plateau State University (PLASU)

Direct Entry Past Aptitude Test Screening Exercise for 2024/2025

English Language

  1. 1. Choose the correct sentence:

    1. She is more better than her sister.
    2. She is better than her sister. (Answer)
    3. She is best than her sister.
    4. She is most better than her sister.

  2. 2. Choose the correct synonym:

    The speaker's speech was captivating

    1. Boring
    2. Dull
    3. Slow
    4. Fascinating (Answer)

  3. 3. Choose the option that best completes the sentence:

    “Had she arrived earlier, she _____ the manager.”

    1. can see
    2. will have seen
    3. shall have seen
    4. would have seen (Answer - Explanation: This is a third conditional sentence (past unreal condition).)

  4. 4. Choose the option that best completes the sentence:

    The teacher asked the students if they ___ any questions.

    1. having
    2. had (Answer)
    3. has
    4. have

  5. 5. Choose the word with the correct stress pattern:

    1. ´advice (Answer)
    2. advise´
    3. ´advise
    4. ad´vice

Mathematics

  1. 6. Evaluate: Log⁡101000

    1. 3 (Answer)
    2. 2
    3. 4
    4. 10

  2. 7. Convert 1011 (base 2) to base 10.

    1. 10
    2. 9
    3. 12
    4. 11 (Answer)

  3. 8. If sin⁡θ = 3/5, and θ is acute, find cos⁡ θ.

    1. 5/4
    2. 2/5
    3. 4/5 (Answer)
    4. √2/5

  4. 9. Solve the following matrix equation:

    23
    14

    1. -2
    2. 5 (Answer)
    3. 11
    4. 8

  5. 10. Solve:

    If x2 − 5x + 6 = 0, find the roots.

    1. 1 and 5
    2. -2 and -3
    3. 6 and -1
    4. 3 and 2 (Answer)

PLASU Direct Entry Arts Past Questions

Literature in English

  1. 11. “He is a lion on the battlefield” is an example of:

    1. Simile
    2. Hyperbole
    3. Metaphor (Answer)
    4. Personification

  2. 12. A character that opposes the protagonist in a play or novel is the:

    1. Narrator
    2. Foil
    3. Hero
    4. Antagonist (Answer)

  3. 13. A poem that expresses sorrow for the dead is known as:

    1. Ballad
    2. Ode
    3. Sonnet
    4. Elegy (Answer)

Economics

  1. 14. A diagram that shows the relationship between wages and quantity of labour is called:

    1. Labour supply curve
    2. Demand curve
    3. Wage curve (Answer)
    4. Labour market curve

  2. 15. National income is best measured by:

    1. Price of goods and services
    2. Gross Domestic Product at market prices (Answer)
    3. Value of imports and exports
    4. Total revenue of government

  3. 16. Inflation caused by excessive aggregate demand is called:

    1. Demand-pull inflation (Answer)
    2. Cost-push inflation
    3. Hyperinflation
    4. Stagflation

PLASU Direct Entry Social Science Past Questions

Government

  1. 17. The rule of law implies:

    1. Separation of powers
    2. Equality before the law (Answer)
    3. The rule of the rich
    4. Government by majority

  2. 18. In a parliamentary system, the head of government is the:

    1. Governor
    2. President
    3. King
    4. Prime Minister (Answer)

  3. 19. The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria adopted the:

    1. Presidential system (Answer)
    2. Confederal system
    3. Parliamentary system
    4. Westminster model

Geography

  1. 20. All meridians converge at the:

    1. Equator
    2. Poles (Answer)
    3. Prime Meridian
    4. Tropic of Cancer

  2. 21. Which instrument is used to measure wind speed?

    1. Hygrometer
    2. Barometer
    3. Thermometer
    4. Anemometer (Answer)

  3. 22. The compass direction between North and East is:

    1. Northwest
    2. Southeast
    3. Northeast (Answer)
    4. Southwest

PLASU Direct Entry Science Past Questions

Agricultural Science

  1. 23. Which of the following is a leguminous crop?

    1. Yam
    2. Cassava
    3. Maize
    4. Groundnut (Answer)

  2. 24. The process of improving the genetic quality of farm animals is known as:

    1. Incubation
    2. Castration
    3. Weaning
    4. Cross-breeding (Answer)

  3. 25. Which of these irrigation methods is most suitable for arid regions?

    1. Flood irrigation
    2. Sprinkler irrigation
    3. Drip irrigation (Answer)
    4. Surface irrigation

Biology

  1. 26. The male reproductive organ in a flower is the:

    1. Stamen (Answer)
    2. Stigma
    3. Carpel
    4. Ovary

  2. 27. The part of the plant that develops into a fruit is the:

    1. Anther
    2. Ovary (Answer)
    3. Petal
    4. Style

  3. 28. Which of these organisms is a protozoan?

    1. Amoeba (Answer)
    2. Virus
    3. Moss
    4. Algae

Physics

  1. 29. Which radiation has the highest penetrating power?

    1. Gamma (Answer)
    2. Alpha
    3. Beta
    4. X-ray

  2. 30. What is the function of the split ring in a DC motor?

    1. Increases voltage
    2. Reverses current direction (Answer)
    3. Stops sparking
    4. Converts AC to DC

  3. 31. Which of these quantities is conserved in an inelastic collision?

    1. Momentum only (Answer)
    2. Both kinetic energy and momentum
    3. Kinetic energy only
    4. Neither

Chemistry

  1. 32. Which gas is used in the Haber process for ammonia production along with nitrogen?

    1. Oxygen
    2. Carbon dioxide
    3. Hydrogen (Answer)
    4. Sulphur dioxide

  2. 33. Which of these substances is a mixture?

    1. Air (Answer)
    2. Water
    3. Carbon dioxide
    4. Sodium chloride

  3. 34. Which of the following is not an alkali?

    1. KOH
    2. H2SO4 (Answer)
    3. NaOH
    4. NH4OH

PLASU Direct Entry Form Update 2026: How to Obtain and Prepare

Before obtaining the PLASU Direct Entry form, ensure you meet the minimum O’Level subject requirements and have an Upper Credit in the Comprehensive Grade Point Average (CGPA) of your Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or NCE for Plateau State University admission screening. Avoid purchasing the form online; instead, visit the Plateau State University Student Affairs Commission to collect the official Direct Entry form. This will help you familiarize yourself with the school environment and prevent common issues with the PLASU Form Acknowledgement Slip.

Issues of Buying PLASU Direct Entry Form Online

Based on our findings, buying the Plateau State University Direct Entry form online may seem convenient, but it comes with several risks and challenges that candidates should be aware of:

1. Risk of Fraud and Scams: Many unofficial websites or individuals sell fake or invalid Direct Entry forms, which can lead to disqualification during screening.

2. Non-Recognition of Forms: Forms bought from unofficial sources may not be accepted by Plateau State University, causing complications during the admission process.

3. Lack of Official Guidance: Online purchases mean missing out on important instructions and support provided by the PLASU Student Affairs office.

4. Issues with Acknowledgement Slip: Candidates who buy forms online may face difficulties obtaining or printing the PLASU Form Acknowledgement Slip, which is essential for examination entry.

5. Delayed or No Access to Updates: Official announcements or changes regarding the Direct Entry form or exam may not reach you if you use unauthorized online channels.