POST UTME BSU 2024 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
What is the primary economic activity in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Oil and gas
D. Tourism
Question 2
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical and chemical weathering. Which of the following is an example of a chemical weathering process?
A. Hydrolysis
B. Oxidation
C. Mechanical weathering
D. Erosion
Question 3
A river's discharge is affected by the following factors: (i) precipitation, (ii) evaporation, (iii) infiltration, (iv) runoff. Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects a river's discharge?
A. Precipitation
B. Evaporation
C. Infiltration
D. Tides
Question 4
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria.
A. The capital city of Nigeria
B. The largest city in Nigeria
C. The city with the highest population in Nigeria
D. The city with the highest GDP in Nigeria
Question 5
What is the primary factor controlling the formation of laterite soils in Nigeria?
A. Rainfall intensity
B. Temperature
C. Soil pH
D. Vegetation cover
Question 6
A rock formation is composed of alternating layers of limestone and shale. What type of rock is this an example of?
A. Conglomerate
B. Sandstone
C. Limestone
D. Banded iron formation
Question 7
A city is experiencing a severe drought. The average temperature has risen by 2°C, and the average precipitation has decreased by 20%. What is the expected impact on the city's water supply?
A. Increase in water supply
B. Decrease in water supply
C. No impact on water supply
D. Uncertain impact on water supply
Question 8
A company is planning to build a new factory in a region with a high level of environmental degradation. What is the primary environmental issue that the company should consider?
A. Air pollution
B. Water pollution
C. Soil pollution
D. Climate change
Question 9
In the context of population and settlement studies, what is the primary factor that influences the growth rate of a city?
A. Natural Increase
B. Net Migration
C. Urbanization
D. Economic Growth
Question 10
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere and the stratosphere. Which of the following is a characteristic of the stratosphere?
A. High concentration of water vapor
B. High concentration of ozone
C. High concentration of nitrogen
D. High concentration of oxygen
Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's meandering course?
A. The river flows in a straight line
B. The river flows in a zigzag pattern
C. The river flows in a meandering course
D. The river flows in a circular pattern
Question 12
The Earth's climate is influenced by several factors, including the amount of solar energy it receives. Which of the following is a factor that affects the amount of solar energy the Earth receives?
A. The Earth's distance from the Sun
B. The Earth's tilt on its axis
C. The amount of cloud cover
D. The Earth's rotation period
Question 13
What is the main environmental issue facing the Lake Chad Basin in Nigeria?
A. Overfishing
B. Pollution
C. Climate change
D. Habitat destruction
Question 14
A company is considering relocating its factory to a new location. Which of the following factors would be most relevant to the company's decision?
A. Proximity to raw materials
B. Availability of skilled labor
C. Cost of transportation
D. Environmental regulations
Question 15
The concept of sustainable development in Nigeria can be achieved through the implementation of what type of economic policy?
A. Market-Based Economy
B. Command Economy
C. Mixed Economy
D. Green Economy

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