University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) post-UTME 2026/2027: format and past questions

UNILORIN post-UTME past questions

Ten questions from our UNILORIN post-UTME bank, with answers and explanations.

1. 1.FM in radio operation means
   1. A
      Fast Modulation
   2. B
      Frequency Multiplexing
   3. C
      Frequency Modulation
      Correct
   4. D
      Frequency Magnitude
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   Answer: C

   In radio operation, FM stands for Frequency Modulation. This is a method of broadcasting in which the frequency of the carrier wave is varied in line with the signal being sent, while its amplitude stays constant. This is the opposite of AM (Amplitude Modulation), where the amplitude varies instead.

   So the correct meaning of FM in radio operation is Frequency Modulation.

2. 2.Choose a word which has the same or nearly the same meaning as the first word. Astonish:
   1. A
      calm
   2. B
      surprise
   3. C
      bore
   4. D
      amaze
      Correct
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   Answer: D

   Amaze best matches the intensity of astonish, both meaning to overwhelm with wonder.

3. 3.The means through which the will of the state is formulated, expressed and realized is _______
   1. A
      The law
   2. B
      Government
      Correct
   3. C
      The constitution
   4. D
      Sovereignty
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   Answer: B

   Government is correct. This is the classical definition of government found in Government textbooks used for WAEC/UTME: "Government is that special agency or machinery by which the will of the state is formulated, expressed and realized." The state itself is an abstract entity — it cannot act on its own. It is government (the executive, legislature and judiciary working together) that turns the state's will into concrete laws and policies, announces them, and carries them out.

4. 4.Oranges are rich in
   1. A
      Vitamin C
      Correct
   2. B
      Vitamin A
   3. C
      Calcium
   4. D
      Vitamin D
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   Answer: A

   Oranges are citrus fruits, and citrus fruits are the classic example used in Nigerian schools to teach about Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Vitamin C helps the body fight infections, heals wounds, and keeps the gums and blood vessels healthy.

5. 5.ZK9PXL428 rearranged as follows - letters first in alphabetical order, followed by the numbers in ascending numerical order, gives:
   1. A
      KLPXZ2489
      Correct
   2. B
      KLPZX2489
   3. C
      2489KLPXZ
   4. D
      KLPXZ9842
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   Answer: A

   Step 1: Split the code into letters and numbers.
   ZK9PXL428 contains the letters Z, K, P, X, L and the numbers 9, 4, 2, 8.

   Step 2: Sort the letters alphabetically.
   K, L, P, X, Z

   Step 3: Sort the numbers in ascending order.
   2, 4, 8, 9

   Step 4: Join letters first, then numbers.
   This gives KLPXZ2489, which is correct.

6. 6.Choose the correct word to complete the analogies Hour is to time as kilometre is to:
   1. A
      weight
   2. B
      area
   3. C
      speed
   4. D
      distance
      Correct
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   Answer: D

   This analogy asks: a unit goes with the quantity it measures.

   Hour is a unit used to measure time. In the same way, kilometre is a unit used to measure distance — the length of a journey or the space between two places. So "kilometre is to distance" matches the pattern exactly.

7. 7.The specialist who examines the eye for defects is an _______.
   1. A
      Optician
   2. B
      Oculist
   3. C
      Optometrist
      Correct
   4. D
      Ophthalmologist
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   Answer: C

   Optometrist is correct. An optometrist is the specialist trained specifically to examine the eyes and test vision for defects such as short-sightedness or long-sightedness, and to prescribe corrective lenses.

8. 8.Supply of electricity in Nigeria is the responsibility of
   1. A
      The Federal Government
      Correct
   2. B
      State Governments
   3. C
      Private companies only
   4. D
      Local Governments
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   Answer: A

   Electricity supply in Nigeria was historically the responsibility of the Federal Government, overseen through bodies like NEPA/PHCN under the Ministry of Power.
9. 9.Which of these is not a sense organ?
   1. A
      Heart
      Correct
   2. B
      Skin
   3. C
      Nose
   4. D
      Tongue
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   Answer: A

   A sense organ is a body part that detects stimuli from the environment and sends signals to the brain, giving us one of the five senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch.

10. 10.Which of these is needed for building healthy teeth?
    1. A
       Protein
    2. B
       Vitamin C
    3. C
       Iron
    4. D
       Calcium
       Correct
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    Answer: D

    Calcium is the mineral specifically needed for building healthy teeth (and bones). It combines with phosphorus to form the hard enamel and dentine that make teeth strong.

    Iron is mainly needed by the body to make haemoglobin for carrying oxygen in the blood, not for hardening teeth.

    Because calcium is the nutrient directly used to harden and strengthen teeth, it is the correct answer.

How to prepare for the UNILORIN post-UTME

The UNILORIN post-UTME questions we hold cover General Paper (602), Current Affairs (225) and Use of English (163).

Practise each subject with JAMB past questions: Use of English.

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