POST UTME BELLS UNIVERSITY 2025 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The population growth rate of a city is given by the equation ( rac{dP}{dt} = rP left( 1 - rac{P}{K} ight) ), where ( r ) is the intrinsic growth rate and ( K ) is the carrying capacity. If the population of the city is currently 100,000 and the intrinsic growth rate is 0.2, what is the carrying capacity of the city?
A. 200,000
B. 150,000
Correct C. 250,000
D. 300,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
A map projection is used to represent the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following map projections preserves angles and shapes?
A. Mercator projection
Correct B. Gall-Peters projection
C. Robinson projection
D. Azimuthal equidistant projection

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A river flows through a valley and has a meandering course. What is the primary reason for this meandering?
A. Tributaries joining the river
B. River flowing over a hard rock base
Correct C. River flowing over a soft sediment base
D. River flowing through a narrow valley

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
A company is planning to establish a new factory in a region with a high concentration of natural resources. Which of the following resources is most likely to be exploited in this region?
A. Coal
Correct B. Iron ore
C. Copper
D. Natural gas

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
A farmer is planning to plant a crop in a region with a Mediterranean climate. Which of the following crops is most likely to thrive in this region?
A. Wheat
B. Corn
Correct C. Olive trees
D. Sugarcane

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic geography features. What is the primary reason for the high level of sedimentation in the Niger Delta?
Correct A. The Niger River's high sediment load
B. The region's low-lying coastal plain
C. The presence of mangrove forests
D. The influence of the Atlantic Ocean's tides

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The Earth's rotation causes a phenomenon known as the Coriolis effect, which influences global wind patterns and ocean currents. What is the primary consequence of the Coriolis effect on global climate patterns?
A. The formation of high and low-pressure systems
B. The creation of trade winds and westerlies
Correct C. The development of tropical cyclones and hurricanes
D. The establishment of global temperature gradients

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050, with the majority residing in urban areas. What is the primary driver of urbanization in Nigeria?
Correct A. Rural-urban migration
B. Natural increase
C. International migration
D. Government policies

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
Soil erosion is a significant environmental issue in Nigeria, particularly in the country's agricultural regions. What is the primary cause of soil erosion in Nigeria?
Correct A. Deforestation and land degradation
B. Overgrazing and livestock farming
C. Climate change and extreme weather events
D. Agricultural intensification and irrigation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The Earth's solar system consists of eight planets, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other smaller bodies. What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes a planet from a dwarf planet?
A. Size and mass
Correct B. Orbital characteristics
C. Atmospheric composition
D. Geological activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is an example of which type of land-forming process?
A. Internal land-forming process
Correct B. External land-forming process
C. Weathering process
D. Erosion process

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
A map scale of 1:50,000 means that 1 cm on the map represents?
A. 1 km on the ground
Correct B. 5 km on the ground
C. 10 km on the ground
D. 50 km on the ground

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The Niger Delta is an example of which type of land-forming process?
A. Internal land-forming process
Correct B. External land-forming process
C. Weathering process
D. Erosion process

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The diagram below shows the cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the land-forming process that has created this valley?
Correct A. Erosion process
B. Deposition process
C. Weathering process
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The map below shows the location of the following cities: Lagos, Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt. What is the name of the economic region that these cities are located in?
Correct A. Southern Nigeria
B. Northern Nigeria
C. Western Nigeria
D. Eastern Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta region. Identify the location of the Bonny River.
Correct A. Bonny River
B. Niger River
C. Cross River
D. Benue River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The table below shows the population growth rate of a city over a period of 10 years. Calculate the average annual growth rate.
A. 2%
B. 3%
Correct C. 4%
D. 5%

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. Identify the type of river.
Correct A. Meandering River
B. Straight River
C. Winding River
D. U-Shaped River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The table below shows the rainfall pattern of a region over a period of 12 months. Calculate the average monthly rainfall.
A. 100mm
B. 120mm
Correct C. 150mm
D. 180mm

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a map of the world. Identify the location of the Amazon Rainforest.
Correct A. Amazon Rainforest
B. Congo Basin
C. Valdivian Rainforests
D. Daintree Rainforest

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The savannas of West Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the region's climate. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of this vegetation belt?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Soil type
D. Topography

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A river's discharge is affected by several factors, including its slope, channel roughness, and the amount of sediment it carries. Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects a river's discharge?
A. Slope
B. Channel roughness
C. Sediment load
Correct D. Water temperature

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. What is the primary economic activity that drives the region's economy?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
Correct D. Petroleum extraction

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The Benue Trough is a major geological feature in Nigeria, characterized by a series of faults and folds. What is the primary mechanism responsible for the formation of this feature?
Correct A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
C. Weathering and erosion
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral deposits, including tin, columbite, and wolframite. What is the primary economic activity that drives the region's economy?
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: B

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