POST UTME AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY 2017 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support. Which of the following is a factor that can influence carrying capacity?
Correct A. Availability of food resources
B. Climate change
C. Human population growth rate
D. Technological advancements

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A city's population is growing at a rate of 3% per annum. If the current population is 500,000, what will be the population after 5 years?
Correct A. 625,000
B. 600,000
C. 550,000
D. 500,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The diagram below shows the water cycle. Which of the following processes is NOT part of the water cycle?
A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Runoff
Correct D. Photosynthesis

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's channel?
A. Sinuous
B. Straight
C. Winding
Correct D. Meandering

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and altitude. Which of the following is a characteristic of the graph?
A. Inverse relationship
B. Direct relationship
C. Non-linear relationship
Correct D. Linear relationship

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as a:
Correct A. Conic projection
B. Azimuthal projection
C. Cylindrical projection
D. Gnomonic projection

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is known as:
A. Erosion
B. Deposition
Correct C. Weathering
D. Pedogenesis

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The formation of a delta is primarily due to the:
Correct A. Deposition of sediment
B. Erosion of the coastline
C. Tectonic uplift
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The Niger Delta is an example of a:
A. Fjord
Correct B. Delta
C. Estuary
D. Gulf

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The Benue Trough is an example of a:
Correct A. Rift valley
B. Fold mountain
C. Volcanic plateau
D. Depression

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The concept of 'Resource Curse' in Economic Geography refers to the phenomenon where the discovery of a valuable natural resource in a country leads to:
A. Increased economic growth and development
Correct B. Corruption and poor governance
C. Environmental degradation and pollution
D. Increased poverty and inequality

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major consequence of this geography?
A. Increased agricultural productivity
B. Improved transportation infrastructure
Correct C. High levels of soil erosion and sedimentation
D. Reduced risk of flooding

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The concept of 'Environmental Kuznets Curve' (EKC) suggests that as a country's income level increases, its environmental degradation will initially increase but eventually decrease. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to this phenomenon?
A. Increased investment in renewable energy
B. Improved environmental regulations and enforcement
Correct C. Higher income levels leading to increased consumption of environmental resources
D. Increased awareness and education about environmental issues

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The city of Lagos, Nigeria is experiencing rapid urbanization. Which of the following is a major consequence of this phenomenon?
A. Increased economic growth and development
Correct B. Higher levels of poverty and inequality
C. Improved public transportation infrastructure
D. Reduced risk of natural disasters

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The concept of 'Rocks and Landform Development' refers to the process by which rocks are shaped and transformed into different landforms. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to this process?
A. Tectonic plate movement
Correct B. Weathering and erosion
C. Plateau uplift
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation in Nigeria. Which of the following climate belts is NOT associated with the savanna vegetation?
Correct A. Tropical Rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Guinea Savanna
D. Sahel

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
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?
Correct A. 110000
B. 105000
C. 100000
D. 95000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The diagram below shows the water cycle. What is the process labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The map below shows the distribution of population in Nigeria. Which of the following states has the highest population density?
Correct A. Lagos
B. Kano
C. Kaduna
D. Abuja

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. What is the function of the mitochondria?
A. Protein synthesis
B. Cell division
Correct C. Energy production
D. Cell signaling

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments through the action of ice 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 a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT typically found in this type of valley?
A. Meandering river
B. Oxbow lake
Correct C. Delta
D. Floodplain

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and altitude. Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the data?
A. As altitude increases, temperature decreases.
Correct B. As altitude increases, temperature remains constant.
C. As altitude increases, temperature increases.
D. As altitude increases, temperature fluctuates.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta region. Which of the following cities is NOT located in the Niger Delta region?
A. Port Harcourt
B. Lagos
Correct C. Abuja
D. Benin City

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between population density and economic development. Which of the following statements is supported by the data?
Correct A. As population density increases, economic development also increases.
B. As population density increases, economic development remains constant.
C. As population density increases, economic development decreases.
D. As population density increases, economic development fluctuates.

Correct Answer: A

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