POST UTME ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY 2017 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences the formation of high and low-pressure systems. What is the primary consequence of the Coriolis effect on global weather patterns?
A. The formation of hurricanes and typhoons
B. The creation of trade winds and westerlies
C. The development of high and low-pressure systems
D. The generation of ocean currents
Question 2
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis force, which in turn influences the formation of high and low-pressure systems. What is the primary effect of the Coriolis force on global wind patterns?
A. Deflection of winds towards the equator
B. Deflection of winds towards the poles
C. No effect on wind patterns
D. Increased wind speed
Question 3
The process of plate tectonics involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere. What is the primary driver of plate tectonics?
A. Convection currents in the mantle
B. Radioactive decay in the core
C. Gravitational forces from the Moon
D. Tidal forces from the Sun
Question 4
A company is considering investing in a new project in Nigeria. The project requires an initial investment of ₦10 million and is expected to generate a profit of ₦5 million per year for 5 years. Calculate the net present value (NPV) of the project using a discount rate of 10%.
A. ₦25,000
B. ₦30,000
C. ₦35,000
D. ₦40,000
Question 5
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. What is the primary advantage of the Mercator projection?
A. It preserves angles and shapes well
B. It preserves areas and shapes well
C. It preserves distances and angles well
D. It preserves shapes and directions well
Question 6
The diagram below represents a simple map. What is the scale of the map?
A. 1:10000
B. 1:50000
C. 1:100000
D. 1:500000
Question 7
A farmer in Nigeria is considering planting a new crop of maize. The crop requires an initial investment of ₦5 million and is expected to generate a profit of ₦2 million per year for 3 years. Calculate the internal rate of return (IRR) of the investment.
A. 20%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 35%
Question 8
A 1000 m3 volume of soil is eroded from a hillside. If the soil has a density of 1.5 g/cm3, what is the mass of the eroded soil?
A. 1000 kg
B. 1500 kg
C. 2000 kg
D. 2500 kg
Question 9
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation belts in West Africa. Which of the following vegetation belts is NOT found in the region?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Desert
D. Tundra
Question 10
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for protein synthesis?
A. Nucleus
B. Mitochondria
C. Ribosome
D. Lysosome
Question 11
The diagram below represents a graph of the relationship between temperature and precipitation in Nigeria. Identify the region where the temperature is highest.
A. The temperature is highest in the northern part of Nigeria.
B. The temperature is highest in the southern part of Nigeria.
C. The temperature is highest in the eastern part of Nigeria.
D. The temperature is highest in the western part of Nigeria.
Question 12
The process of soil erosion involves the removal of topsoil through various natural and human-induced processes. Which of the following is a major cause of soil erosion in Nigeria?
A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Urbanization
D. All of the above
Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What type of landform is formed by the depositional process of the river?
A. A meander
B. A delta
C. A canyon
D. A waterfall
Question 14
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesosphere. Which of the following is a characteristic of the stratosphere?
A. High pressure and low temperature
B. Low pressure and high temperature
C. High pressure and high temperature
D. Low pressure and low temperature
Question 15
The Niger Delta is a region of significant economic importance in Nigeria. What is the primary economic activity that drives the region's economy?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Oil and gas production
D. Tourism

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