POST UTME ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of Economic Geography, what is the primary factor that determines the location of a manufacturing industry?
A. Transportation costs
Correct B. Availability of raw materials
C. Labor costs
D. Market demand

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A river has a mean annual discharge of 1000 m3/s. If the river flows for 365 days a year, what is the total volume of water discharged in a year?
A. 365,000,000 m3
Correct B. 3,650,000,000 m3
C. 36,500,000,000 m3
D. 365,000,000,000 m3

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A farmer wants to plant a crop of maize on a field with a slope of 10%. If the field has a length of 100 m and a width of 50 m, what is the area of the field?
A. 250 m2
Correct B. 500 m2
C. 1000 m2
D. 2000 m2

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
A company is considering investing in a new project that will require an initial investment of ₦1,000,000 and will generate a profit of ₦500,000 per year for 5 years. What is the net present value of the project?
A. ₦1,250,000
Correct B. ₦1,500,000
C. ₦2,000,000
D. ₦2,500,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
A rock sample has a density of 2.5 g/cm3. If the sample has a volume of 10 cm3, what is its mass?
A. 25 g
Correct B. 50 g
C. 75 g
D. 100 g

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The savannas of West Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation type, which is often referred to as the 'Sudan savanna'. This vegetation type is primarily influenced by the presence of which of the following climate factors?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Humidity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. However, the region is also prone to environmental degradation due to oil spills and other human activities. Which of the following is a major consequence of oil spills in the Niger Delta?
A. Loss of biodiversity
B. Soil erosion
C. Water pollution
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The process of soil erosion is influenced by several factors, including vegetation cover, topography, and climate. Which of the following is a major factor that contributes to soil erosion in Nigeria?
A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Climate change
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
The concept of 'carrying capacity' is often used in environmental management to determine the maximum number of people that can be supported by a given ecosystem. Which of the following is a major factor that affects the carrying capacity of an ecosystem?
A. Population growth rate
B. Resource availability
C. Technological advancements
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The concept of 'sustainable development' is often used in environmental management to balance economic development with environmental protection. Which of the following is a major principle of sustainable development?
A. Economic growth at all costs
B. Environmental protection at all costs
Correct C. Balancing economic development with environmental protection
D. None of the above

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The Niger Delta region is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
Correct C. River erosion and sedimentation
D. Sea level rise

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
A rock sample is collected from the Jos Plateau. What type of rock is it most likely to be?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
Correct C. Metamorphic
D. Hydrothermal

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The Ogun River is a major river in southwestern Nigeria. What is the primary source of its water?
Correct A. Rainfall
B. Groundwater
C. Surface runoff
D. Floodwater

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The Jos Plateau is a region of volcanic activity. What type of rocks are typically formed as a result of this activity?
Correct A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Hydrothermal

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The Niger Delta region is experiencing rapid environmental degradation. What is the primary cause of this degradation?
Correct A. Oil spills
B. Deforestation
C. Overfishing
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Weathering and erosion
C. Human activities
D. Geological structure

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A rock sample is collected from the Jos Plateau in Nigeria. What type of rock is it most likely to be?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
Correct C. Metamorphic
D. Hydrothermal

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The Benue Trough in Nigeria is a rift valley formed as a result of what geological process?
A. Continental drift
Correct B. Plate tectonics
C. Volcanic activity
D. Weathering and erosion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The climate of the Sahel region in Nigeria is characterized by a dry season and a wet season. What is the primary reason for this climate?
A. Trade winds
Correct B. Monsoon winds
C. Temperature differences
D. Humidity levels

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The vegetation of the Niger Delta region in Nigeria is characterized by a mix of mangrove forests and grasslands. What is the primary reason for this mix?
A. Soil type
Correct B. Water level
C. Temperature
D. Human activities

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
In a population pyramid, the base represents the proportion of the population in the age group 0-14 years, while the apex represents the proportion of the population in the age group 65 years and above. What is the term for the shape of this pyramid?
A. Oval
B. Triangular
Correct C. Pyramidal
D. Bell-shaped

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A company is considering investing in a new industry in a region with a high population density. What type of economic activity is most likely to be associated with this region?
A. Agricultural
B. Manufacturing
Correct C. Service-based
D. Extractive

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
A city is experiencing a severe drought, and the water table has dropped significantly. What type of environmental issue is this city facing?
A. Air pollution
Correct B. Water scarcity
C. Soil erosion
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A map shows a region with a high concentration of industries along a river. What type of economic activity is most likely to be associated with this region?
A. Agricultural
Correct B. Manufacturing
C. Service-based
D. Extractive

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
A company is considering investing in a new industry in a region with a high population density. What type of economic activity is most likely to be associated with this region?
A. Agricultural
B. Manufacturing
Correct C. Service-based
D. Extractive

Correct Answer: C

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