POST UTME BABCOCK UNIVERSITY 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
Determine the rate of soil erosion in a given area, given that the soil loss is 0.5 kg/m²/year and the area is 1000 m². Assume a linear relationship between soil loss and time.
A. 0.5 kg/m²/year
Correct B. 1.0 kg/m²/year
C. 1.5 kg/m²/year
D. 2.0 kg/m²/year

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per year. Calculate the population after 5 years, assuming exponential growth.
A. 1638
B. 1738
Correct C. 1838
D. 1938

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
A farmer is considering two different irrigation systems for his farm. System A costs ₦100,000 and has a water usage rate of 1000 liters/hour. System B costs ₦150,000 and has a water usage rate of 500 liters/hour. If the farmer wants to save ₦50,000 and reduce water usage by 50%, which system should he choose?
Correct A. System A
B. System B
C. Both systems are equally effective
D. Neither system is effective

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A city has a population of 500,000 people. If the population grows at a rate of 5% per year, what will be the population after 10 years?
A. 678,947
B. 728,947
Correct C. 778,947
D. 828,947

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
A company is considering two different locations for a new factory. Location A has a labor cost of ₦50,000 per worker and a production cost of ₦100,000 per unit. Location B has a labor cost of ₦75,000 per worker and a production cost of ₦80,000 per unit. If the company wants to minimize costs, which location should it choose?
Correct A. Location A
B. Location B
C. Both locations are equally effective
D. Neither location is effective

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers, creeks, and wetlands. Which of the following is a major consequence of the Niger Delta's unique geography?
Correct A. Increased risk of flooding and erosion
B. Reduced agricultural productivity due to poor soil quality
C. Higher incidence of waterborne diseases
D. Increased biodiversity due to the presence of mangrove forests

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The formation of laterite soils in Nigeria is primarily due to the weathering of which type of rocks?
A. Igneous rocks
B. Sedimentary rocks
C. Metamorphic rocks
Correct D. Granitic rocks

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The Jos Plateau in Nigeria is an example of a _______________ landform, characterized by a series of hills and valleys.
A. Volcanic
B. Erosional
Correct C. Tectonic
D. Glacial

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The savannas of Nigeria are characterized by a distinct _______________ climate, with a dry season and a wet season.
A. Tropical
Correct B. Semi-arid
C. Humid
D. Temperate

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The Niger River is a vital source of hydroelectric power for Nigeria. Which of the following is a major advantage of using hydroelectric power?
Correct A. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
B. Increased energy independence
C. Lower operational costs
D. Improved water quality

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
A city's population growth rate is influenced by its age structure. If a city has a population pyramid that is roughly triangular in shape, what can be inferred about its population growth rate?
A. The population is likely to decline in the near future.
Correct B. The population is likely to grow rapidly in the near future.
C. The population is likely to remain stable in the near future.
D. The population growth rate is difficult to determine from the population pyramid.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
A company is considering investing in a new industry. The industry is characterized by high fixed costs and low marginal costs. What type of market structure is this industry likely to be?
A. Perfect competition
Correct B. Monopoly
C. Monopolistic competition
D. Oligopoly

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
A soil erosion control measure is being implemented in a rural area. The measure involves planting trees along a stream bank. What is the primary benefit of this measure?
Correct A. Reduced soil erosion
B. Increased water quality
C. Improved soil fertility
D. Increased biodiversity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
A city's climate is characterized by high temperatures and low humidity throughout the year. What type of climate is this city likely to have?
A. Tropical savanna climate
Correct B. Desert climate
C. Tropical monsoon climate
D. Temperate climate

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
A company is considering investing in a new resource extraction project. The project involves extracting a mineral that is found in a remote area. What type of resource is this mineral likely to be?
A. Renewable resource
Correct B. Non-renewable resource
C. Finite resource
D. Infinite resource

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as a:
Correct A. Conic projection
B. Azimuthal projection
C. Gnomonic projection
D. Mercator projection

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The process by which the Earth's plates move apart at a mid-ocean ridge is known as:
A. Seafloor spreading
B. Continental drift
C. Plate convergence
Correct D. Plate divergence

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The economic concept that refers to the idea that countries should specialize in producing goods and services for which they have a comparative advantage is known as:
A. Law of diminishing returns
B. Law of increasing costs
C. Law of supply and demand
Correct D. Comparative advantage

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The climate zone that receives high levels of rainfall throughout the year is known as the:
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Temperate deciduous forest

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The process by which soil is formed from the weathering of rocks is known as:
A. Erosion
B. Deposition
Correct C. Weathering
D. Soil formation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
In a study of population growth in Nigeria, a researcher observed that the population of a particular city increased by 25% in the first year, and then decreased by 15% in the second year. If the initial population was 100,000, what is the population after two years?
A. 115,000
B. 90,000
Correct C. 105,000
D. 80,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A map shows the distribution of rainfall in Nigeria. Which of the following regions receives the highest amount of rainfall?
Correct A. The Niger Delta
B. The Adamawa Plateau
C. The Jos Plateau
D. The Benue Valley

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
A farmer in Nigeria wants to plant a crop that requires a temperature range of 20-30°C. Which of the following climate zones in Nigeria would be suitable for this crop?
A. The Sudan Savanna
Correct B. The Guinea Savanna
C. The Derived Savanna
D. The Mangrove Swamp

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A researcher studying soil erosion in Nigeria observed that the rate of erosion was highest in areas with steep slopes and high rainfall. Which of the following factors is NOT a contributing factor to soil erosion?
A. Steep slopes
B. High rainfall
C. Poor land use
Correct D. High temperature

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
A map shows the distribution of population density in Nigeria. Which of the following regions has the highest population density?
Correct A. The Niger Delta
B. The Adamawa Plateau
C. The Jos Plateau
D. The Benue Valley

Correct Answer: A

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