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Post-UTME English Language 2012 Objective — Question 4

Question 4 of 40 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) English Language 2012 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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[Passage: on why students perform poorly in JAMB and Post-UTME English/Mathematics papers - discussing mutual blame between students, schools and JAMB, students' heavy reliance on exam malpractice, misunderstanding of instructions, and inadequate preparation as the leading factors.] What is the leading pre-examination factor that the writer holds responsible for failure in English and Maths?

  • A. Lack of preparation
  • B. Apathy for the subjectCorrect
  • C. Attitude of the examining body
  • D. Reliance on illegal aids and materials

Explanation

The passage identifies students' apathy toward these subjects as a key underlying factor.

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