POST UTME ABU 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a river valley. Identify the landform labeled A.
Correct A. Meandering River
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project's expected return on investment (ROI) is 12% per annum, and the cost of capital is 8% per annum. What is the net present value (NPV) of the project, assuming a discount rate of 10% per annum?
A. ₦1,000
Correct B. ₦1,200
C. ₦1,500
D. ₦2,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The diagram below represents a simple harmonic motion. Identify the type of motion.
Correct A. Simple Harmonic Motion
B. Damped Harmonic Motion
C. Forced Harmonic Motion
D. Oscillatory Motion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A firm's production function is given by Q = 2L^0.5K^0.5, where Q is the output, L is the labor, and K is the capital. If the firm wants to produce 100 units of output, and the labor and capital are 4 and 9 units respectively, what is the marginal product of labor?
Correct A. 12.5
B. 15
C. 20
D. 25

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The diagram below represents a map of a river network. Identify the type of river network.
Correct A. Dendritic River Network
B. Treelike River Network
C. Branching River Network
D. Anastomosing River Network

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Niger Delta?
A. High population density
B. High levels of rainfall
C. Presence of mangrove forests
Correct D. High levels of industrial activity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn affects global wind patterns. What is the primary reason for the formation of high-pressure systems near the equator?
A. The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect
Correct B. The uneven heating of the Earth's surface
C. The presence of mountain ranges
D. The movement of tectonic plates

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa, stretching over 4,100 km. What is the primary reason for the Niger River's importance to the Nigerian economy?
A. The Niger River provides hydroelectric power
B. The Niger River supports agriculture and fishing
Correct C. The Niger River is a major transportation route
D. The Niger River is a source of mineral resources

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesosphere. What is the primary function of the stratosphere?
A. To regulate the Earth's temperature
Correct B. To protect the Earth from harmful radiation
C. To support the growth of plants
D. To influence the Earth's rotation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The Niger Delta region is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. What is the primary reason for the Niger Delta's rich biodiversity?
Correct A. The Niger Delta's unique combination of freshwater and saltwater habitats
B. The Niger Delta's high levels of rainfall and humidity
C. The Niger Delta's presence of mangrove forests
D. The Niger Delta's proximity to the equator

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water within the rock's pores is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
Correct C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The diagram below shows the Earth's orbit around the Sun. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Earth's orbit?
A. Elliptical
B. Circular
Correct C. Spherical
D. Oblate

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a river delta?
A. Distributive
B. Accumulative
Correct C. Erosive
D. Depositional

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the price of a commodity and its quantity demanded. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the demand curve?
A. Downward-sloping
B. Upward-sloping
Correct C. Horizontal
D. Vertical

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta region. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Niger Delta region?
A. Distributive
B. Accumulative
Correct C. Erosive
D. Depositional

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
The process of plate tectonics that results in the formation of mountain ranges is known as
A. Continental Drift
Correct B. Mountain Building
C. Volcanic Activity
D. Weathering and Erosion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's crust. Which of the following is a characteristic of the crust shown?
A. The crust is composed of a single plate
B. The crust is composed of multiple plates
Correct C. The crust is composed of a single plate with a fault line
D. The crust is composed of multiple plates with no fault lines

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The climate of a region is determined by its
A. Latitude and Altitude
B. Temperature and Humidity
C. Wind and Precipitation
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and altitude. Which of the following is a characteristic of the graph?
Correct A. The temperature decreases with increasing altitude
B. The temperature increases with increasing altitude
C. The temperature remains constant with increasing altitude
D. The temperature varies randomly with increasing altitude

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through the action of wind and water is known as
Correct A. Mechanical Weathering
B. Chemical Weathering
C. Physical Weathering
D. Biological Weathering

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
In the context of Economic Geography, what is the primary factor that determines the location of a manufacturing industry?
A. Transportation costs
B. Labor costs
Correct C. Raw material availability
D. Market demand

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A rock sample is composed of 60% quartz, 20% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the percentage of mica in the sample?
A. 10%
Correct B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of approximately 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, and 1% other gases. What is the percentage of other gases in the atmosphere?
A. 0.5%
Correct B. 1%
C. 1.5%
D. 2%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 115,000
C. 120,000
Correct D. 125,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
A company is planning to establish a new factory in a rural area. The factory will require 10,000 liters of water per day. If the local water supply can provide 5,000 liters per day, what is the additional water requirement?
A. 2,000 liters
B. 5,000 liters
Correct C. 10,000 liters
D. 15,000 liters

Correct Answer: C

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