POST UTME BABCOCK UNIVERSITY 2017 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A diagram showing the distribution of rainfall in Nigeria would typically have the following features:
A. A map with a grid system
B. A map with a scale
C. A map with a legend
D. A map with a key
Question 2
The Ogun River is a major river in southwestern Nigeria. What is the primary reason for its meandering course?
A. High water velocity
B. Low water velocity
C. High sediment load
D. Low sediment load
Question 3
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers. Which of the following is NOT a layer of the atmosphere?
A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Ionosphere
Question 4
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn affects the formation of high and low pressure systems. What is the primary effect of the Coriolis effect on these systems?
A. High pressure systems move towards the equator
B. Low pressure systems move towards the poles
C. High pressure systems move towards the poles
D. Low pressure systems move towards the equator
Question 5
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. Which of the following is NOT a primary reason for the region's high population density?
A. Access to fertile soil for agriculture
B. Availability of natural resources such as oil and gas
C. Proximity to urban centers and economic opportunities
D. Harsh climate conditions and limited infrastructure
Question 6
The diagram below shows a graph of population growth over time. What is the name of the stage in the demographic transition model where population growth is rapid?
A. Stage 1
B. Stage 2
C. Stage 3
D. Stage 4
Question 7
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of a star in the sky due to the planet's movement. What is the term for this phenomenon?
A. Refraction
B. Aberration
C. Parallax
D. Scintillation
Question 8
The economic importance of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria can be attributed to its:
A. Rich cultural heritage
B. Strategic location
C. Abundant natural resources
D. Well-developed infrastructure
Question 9
The formation of the Benue Trough in Nigeria is primarily due to which of the following geological processes?
A. Volcanic activity
B. Tectonic plate movement
C. Weathering and erosion
D. Plateau uplift
Question 10
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of landform?
A. High relief
B. Low relief
C. Flat terrain
D. Uplifted terrain
Question 11
A river's discharge is affected by its slope, which in turn is influenced by the surrounding topography. What is the primary factor that determines the slope of a river?
A. Tectonic uplift
B. Weathering and erosion
C. River's velocity
D. Water density
Question 12
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as a:
A. Azimuthal
B. Gnomonic
C. Orthographic
D. Conformal
Question 13
The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world. What is the approximate area of the Sahara Desert?
A. 9,000,000 km²
B. 10,000,000 km²
C. 11,000,000 km²
D. 12,000,000 km²
Question 14
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa. What is the approximate length of the Niger River?
A. 4,100 km
B. 4,500 km
C. 5,000 km
D. 5,500 km
Question 15
A population has a growth rate of 2% per annum. What is the doubling time of the population?
A. 35 years
B. 50 years
C. 70 years
D. 100 years

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