POST UTME AFE BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2025 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A recent study on the Earth's magnetic field revealed a significant increase in the rate of geomagnetic secular variation. What is the most likely cause of this phenomenon?
A. Increased solar wind
Correct B. Changes in the Earth's core
C. Variations in the Earth's rotation
D. Human activities

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A geologist is studying the formation of a granitic intrusion. Which of the following processes is most likely responsible for the intrusion's characteristic 'banded' appearance?
A. Metamorphism of existing rocks
Correct B. Magmatic differentiation
C. Hydrothermal alteration
D. Weathering and erosion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A soil scientist is analyzing the effects of deforestation on soil erosion. Which of the following factors is most likely to contribute to increased soil erosion in deforested areas?
A. Increased vegetation cover
B. Reduced soil compaction
C. Decreased rainfall intensity
Correct D. Loss of tree roots

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
A cartographer is creating a topographic map of a mountainous region. Which of the following map projections is most suitable for representing the region's complex terrain?
A. Mercator projection
B. Gall-Peters projection
C. Robinson projection
Correct D. Azimuthal equidistant projection

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
A environmental scientist is studying the impact of climate change on global sea levels. Which of the following factors is most likely to contribute to increased sea levels?
A. Thermal expansion of seawater
Correct B. Melting of polar ice caps
C. Subsidence of coastal land
D. Increased precipitation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
A study on soil formation in a tropical region reveals that the soil is primarily composed of clay and silt. Which of the following processes is most likely responsible for the formation of this soil?
A. Weathering and erosion
Correct B. Deposition and sedimentation
C. Chemical precipitation
D. Biological activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A map shows a river flowing through a valley and then suddenly changing direction. What type of landform is this?
Correct A. Meandering river
B. Oxbow lake
C. Delta
D. Fault line

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
A diagram shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of this type of landform?
A. Steep slopes
B. U-shaped valleys
C. Volcanic activity
Correct D. Flat terrain

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
A study on population growth in a city reveals that the population is increasing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population in 10 years?
A. 150,000
B. 200,000
C. 250,000
Correct D. 300,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
A map shows a city with a high population density. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this?
Correct A. High cost of living
B. Low cost of living
C. High unemployment rate
D. Low crime rate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following processes is primarily responsible for the formation of the valley?
Correct A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Tectonic uplift
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project's expected return on investment (ROI) is 12%, and the cost of capital is 8%. What is the net present value (NPV) of the project?
A. ₦10,000
Correct B. ₦20,000
C. ₦30,000
D. ₦40,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a soil profile. Which of the following soil horizons is characterized by the presence of a high concentration of organic matter?
Correct A. O horizon
B. A horizon
C. B horizon
D. C horizon

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
A city is experiencing a drought, and the local government is considering implementing water conservation measures. Which of the following strategies is most likely to reduce water consumption?
A. Increasing water prices
B. Implementing water rationing
Correct C. Promoting water-efficient appliances
D. Constructing new water treatment plants

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following processes is primarily responsible for the formation of the delta?
Correct A. Deposition
B. Erosion
C. Tectonic uplift
D. Volcanic activity

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. Which of the following landforms is most likely to be found in this region?
Correct A. Deltaic plain
B. River valley
C. Coastal plain
D. Dune field

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The process of plate tectonics is responsible for the formation of which of the following landforms?
Correct A. Mountain range
B. Volcanic island
C. Deltaic plain
D. Dune field

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 400 million by 2050. What is the likely impact of this growth on the country's urban centers?
Correct A. Increased poverty and unemployment
B. Improved infrastructure and services
C. Increased migration to rural areas
D. Decreased population density

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, and 1% other gases. What is the likely impact of this composition on the planet's climate?
Correct A. Increased greenhouse effect
B. Decreased greenhouse effect
C. No impact on climate
D. Increased atmospheric pressure

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa, stretching over 4,100 km. What is the likely impact of this river on the region's economy?
A. Increased agricultural production
Correct B. Improved transportation and trade
C. Decreased economic activity
D. No impact on economy

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
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 22
The diagram below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of vegetation in a region. Which type of vegetation is most likely to be found in a region with high rainfall?
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Temperate rainforest
C. Desert
D. Grassland

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The economic activity that involves the extraction of minerals from the earth's crust is known as:
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The process of erosion that involves the movement of soil and rock particles by water is known as:
Correct A. Water erosion
B. Wind erosion
C. Glacial erosion
D. Coastal erosion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The diagram below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of soil in a region. Which type of soil is most likely to be found in a region with low rainfall?
A. Clay
Correct B. Sandy
C. Loamy
D. Peat

Correct Answer: B

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