POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water within the rock's pores is known as:
A. Mechanical Weathering
B. Chemical Weathering
C. Biological Weathering
Correct D. Hydrolysis

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The diagram below represents a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. Which layer is responsible for absorbing most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?
A. Troposphere
Correct B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. If the initial population is 1000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 1300
B. 1500
Correct C. 1700
D. 2000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
The diagram below represents a map of Nigeria's major cities. Which city is located at the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Kaduna
Correct D. Port Harcourt

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
The table below shows the relationship between the price of a commodity and its quantity demanded. What is the price elasticity of demand at point E?
A. 0.5
Correct B. 1.0
C. 2.0
D. 3.0

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water within the rock's pores is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
Correct B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A map scale of 1:50,000 means that 1 centimeter on the map represents:
A. 5 kilometers
Correct B. 50 kilometers
C. 500 meters
D. 5 meters

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The population growth rate of a city can be calculated using the formula:
A. P = 2N + R
Correct B. P = N + R
C. P = N - R
D. P = 2N - R

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
The climate of a region can be classified into five main types, which are:
Correct A. Tropical, Desert, Temperate, Continental, Polar
B. Tropical, Desert, Temperate, Polar, Continental
C. Continental, Polar, Temperate, Desert, Tropical
D. Polar, Continental, Temperate, Desert, Tropical

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles, which is known as:
Correct A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Soilification

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences the formation of high and low-pressure systems. What is the primary consequence of this effect on global climate patterns?
A. The formation of tropical cyclones
B. The creation of mid-latitude westerlies
C. The development of trade winds
Correct D. The establishment of Hadley cells

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
A population of 100,000 people is distributed across a region with a total area of 10,000 km². If the population density is 10 people/km², what is the carrying capacity of the region?
A. 500 people/km²
B. 1000 people/km²
C. 5000 people/km²
Correct D. 10,000 people/km²

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
A company is considering investing in a new project that will require an initial investment of ₦1,000,000 and will generate a profit of ₦500,000 per year for 5 years. What is the net present value (NPV) of the project, assuming a discount rate of 10%?
A. ₦2,500,000
Correct B. ₦3,000,000
C. ₦4,000,000
D. ₦5,000,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
A river flows through a valley with a slope of 1:100. If the river's velocity is 2 m/s, what is the force exerted on the riverbank?
A. 10 N
B. 20 N
Correct C. 30 N
D. 40 N

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
A firm is considering investing in a new technology that will reduce its production costs by 20%. If the current production cost is ₦1,000,000, what will be the new production cost?
Correct A. ₦800,000
B. ₦900,000
C. ₦1,000,000
D. ₦1,200,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to the formation of these waterways?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Weathering and erosion
Correct C. Deposition and sedimentation
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral resources. Which of the following rocks is commonly found in this area?
Correct A. Granite
B. Basalt
C. Sedimentary rock
D. Igneous rock

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The climate of Nigeria is characterized by a distinct wet and dry season. Which of the following factors contributes to this seasonal variation?
A. Latitude
B. Altitude
C. Ocean currents
Correct D. Trade winds

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The Niger River is the longest river in Nigeria and a major source of water for irrigation and drinking. Which of the following is a major threat to the river's ecosystem?
Correct A. Pollution
B. Overfishing
C. Deforestation
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral resources. Which of the following rocks is commonly found in this area?
Correct A. Granite
B. Basalt
C. Sedimentary rock
D. Igneous rock

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a specific type of vegetation that is adapted to the region's climate. Which of the following is a key feature of savanna vegetation?
Correct A. Drought-tolerant trees
B. Grasses and shrubs
C. Deciduous forests
D. Evergreen forests

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A company is considering investing in a new industry in a region with a high population density. Which of the following economic factors should be considered?
A. Availability of natural resources
Correct B. Proximity to markets
C. Labor costs
D. Transportation costs

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The process of soil erosion can be described using the following equation: ( rac{dA}{dt} = -kA ). What is the value of k?
A. 0.5
Correct B. 1.0
C. 2.0
D. 3.0

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. Which of the following layers is responsible for absorbing most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?
A. Troposphere
Correct B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 2% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 120,000
B. 125,000
C. 130,000
Correct D. 135,000

Correct Answer: D

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