Mathematics Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

Mathematics looks at measurement, relationships, and properties of numbers and groups using numbers and symbols. Important topics in math include arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and calculus.

• Question 2251:
  

  The graph above depicts the performance ratings of two sports teams A and B in five different seasons

  In the last five seasons, what was the difference in the average performance ratings between Team B and Team A?

  Options:
  A) 1.2
  B) 6.4
  C) 4.6
  D) 1.8
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 2252: If the function f(fx) = x³ + 2x² + qx - 6 is divisible by x + 1, find q Options:
  A) -5
  B) -2
  C) 2
  D) 5
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 2253: Two ladders of length 5m and 7m lean against a pole and make angles 45° and 60° with the ground respectively. What is their distance apart on the pole correct to two decimal places? Options:
  A) 9.60m
  B) 6.06m
  C) 2.54m
  D) 2.53m
  E) 2.00m
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 2254: If the 2nd term of a G.P is $\frac{8}{9}$ and the 6th term is 4$\frac{1}{2}$. Find the common ratio. Options:
  A) 2
  B) $\frac{3}{2}$
  C) $\frac{2}{3}$
  D) 3
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 2255: If cos²$\theta$ + $\frac{1}{8}$ = sin²$\theta$, find tan$\theta$ Options:
  A) 3
  B) $\frac{3\sqrt{7}}{7}$
  C) 3$\sqrt{7}$
  D) $\sqrt{7}$
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 2256:

  The probabilities that John and James pass an examination are $\frac{3}{4}$and $\frac{3}{5}$ respectively. Find the probability of both boys failing the examination.

  Options:
  A) $\frac{1}{10}$
  B) $\frac{2}{10}$
  C) $\frac{9}{20}$
  D) $\frac{11}{20}$
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 2257:

  If 2x${}^2$ + x - 3 divides x - 2, find the remainder.

  Options:
  A) 7
  B) 3
  C) 5
  D) 6
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 2258:

  

  The figure is a solid with the trapezium PQRS as its uniform cross-section. Find its volume

  Options:
  A) 120m²
  B) 576m³
  C) 816m³
  D) 1056m³
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 2259:

  

  Find the area of the figure above

  [π = ²²/₇]

  Options:
  A) 12.5 cm²
  B) 75.0 cm²
  C) 78.5 cm²
  D) 84.8 cm²
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 2260:

  

  The pie chart above represents 400 fruits on display n a grocery store. How many apples are in the store

  Options:
  A) 45
  B) 50
  C) 60
  D) 75
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  The correct answer is B .