JAMB Physical and Health Education 2025 past questions

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Ten questions from the 2025 JAMB Physical and Health Education paper, with answers and explanations. We hold 80 questions from this paper, and the Skolra app has all of them.

JAMB Physical and Health Education 2025 questions and answers

1. 1.The scope of physical education includes health-related fitness. What does this primarily focus on?
   1. A
      Reaction time and agility for elite athletes
   2. B
      Physical appearance and body aesthetics only
   3. C
      Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, and body composition for overall wellness
      Correct
   4. D
      Skill mastery for competitive sport performance
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   Answer: C

   Health-related fitness centers on components such as cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, and body composition that promote general wellness and disease prevention.
2. 2.In the case of a chemical burn to the skin, what is the first step you should take?
   1. A
      Flush the affected area with plenty of running water
      Correct
   2. B
      Rub butter or oil on the burn
   3. C
      Apply ice directly to the burn
   4. D
      Cover tightly with a bandage immediately
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   Answer: A

   For a chemical burn, the first step is to flush with copious running water to dilute and remove the chemical from the skin.
3. 3.Which somatotype is prone to developing poor posture due to excess body weight and lower muscle tone?
   1. A
      Endomorph
      Correct
   2. B
      Ectomorph
   3. C
      Mesomorph
   4. D
      A balanced somatotype
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   Answer: A

   The endomorph somatotype, characterized by higher body fat and lower muscle tone, is more prone to poor posture from excess body weight.
4. 4.Why is dietary fibre an important part of a balanced diet?
   1. A
      It transports oxygen in the blood
   2. B
      It builds and repairs muscle tissue
   3. C
      It is the body's main source of energy
   4. D
      It aids digestion and prevents constipation
      Correct
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   Answer: D

   Dietary fibre adds bulk to stool and promotes healthy bowel movement, helping aid digestion and prevent constipation.
5. 5.Which mental health habit supports good personal health?
   1. A
      Avoiding all social interaction
   2. B
      Working continuously without breaks
   3. C
      Managing stress through relaxation and adequate rest
      Correct
   4. D
      Skipping meals regularly to save time
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   Answer: C

   Good mental health is supported by habits such as stress management, relaxation, and sufficient rest, which help maintain emotional balance.
6. 6.How does aerobic energy contribute to track events?
   1. A
      It only powers field events like throwing
   2. B
      It provides sustained energy for long-distance and endurance track events
      Correct
   3. C
      It provides instant energy for very short sprints only
   4. D
      It plays no role in track events
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   Answer: B

   Aerobic energy production sustains the body over time, fueling long-distance and endurance track events.
7. 7.Which tool in a first aid box is used to remove small foreign objects from wounds?
   1. A
      Tweezers
      Correct
   2. B
      A bandage
   3. C
      Adhesive tape
   4. D
      Scissors
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   Answer: A

   Tweezers are included in a first aid box specifically to grip and remove small splinters or foreign objects embedded in a wound.
8. 8.A key difference between the Greek and Roman philosophy of physical education was that the Greeks valued balance and the Romans valued:
   1. A
      Leisure and relaxation alone
   2. B
      Artistic dance and theatre
   3. C
      Academic scholarship over physical activity
   4. D
      Military training and physical strength for war
      Correct
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   Answer: D

   While the Greeks pursued balance and harmony between mind and body, the Romans emphasized physical education mainly as preparation for military service and war.
9. 9.In badminton, what is the consequence if a player touches the net with their racket during a rally?
   1. A
      Play continues without any penalty
   2. B
      It is a fault and the point goes to the opponent
      Correct
   3. C
      The shuttle must be replayed
   4. D
      The player only receives a verbal warning
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   Answer: B

   In badminton, touching the net with the racket (or body) during a rally is a fault, and the point is awarded to the opponent.
10. 10.What is a major challenge that both NIPOGA and NATCEGA often face?
    1. A
       Excess sporting equipment
    2. B
       Inadequate funding and poor sponsorship
       Correct
    3. C
       Too many willing participants
    4. D
       An oversupply of qualified officials
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    Answer: B

    Both NIPOGA and NATCEGA frequently struggle with inadequate funding and sponsorship, which affects logistics, equipment, and athlete welfare.

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