Practice Post UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY geography 2020 Past Questions

Question 1

A recent study on the impact of climate change on Nigeria's agricultural sector reveals that the country's maize production has decreased by 15% due to rising temperatures. If the initial maize production was 2.5 million metric tons, what is the new production level?

Correct A. 2.125 million metric tons

B. 2.75 million metric tons

C. 3.125 million metric tons

D. 3.75 million metric tons

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2

The diagram below shows the distribution of Nigeria's population by age group.

Correct A. The population of Nigeria is predominantly young.

B. The population of Nigeria is predominantly old.

C. The population of Nigeria is evenly distributed across all age groups.

D. The population of Nigeria is decreasing.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3

A firm in Nigeria is considering the construction of a new factory in the north-central region. The firm's management has identified the following factors as important considerations for the location of the factory:

Correct A. Proximity to raw materials, transportation costs, and labor costs.

B. Proximity to raw materials, labor costs, and government incentives.

C. Proximity to transportation networks, labor costs, and government incentives.

D. Proximity to raw materials, transportation costs, and government incentives.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4

The diagram below shows the water cycle.

Correct A. The water cycle is a continuous process.

B. The water cycle is a seasonal process.

C. The water cycle is a localized process.

D. The water cycle is a human-induced process.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5

The following table shows the population of Nigeria by state.

Correct A. The population of Nigeria is increasing.

B. The population of Nigeria is decreasing.

C. The population of Nigeria is stable.

D. The population of Nigeria is evenly distributed across all states.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6

The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of the World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED). What is the primary goal of sustainable development?

A. To reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change

B. To promote economic growth and reduce poverty

Correct C. To conserve natural resources and protect biodiversity

D. To improve human health and well-being

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7

A company is considering the construction of a new factory in a rural area. The factory will produce 1000 units of a product per day, and each unit will require 2 kg of raw material. If the raw material costs ₦500 per kg, what is the daily cost of raw materials for the factory?

A. ₦1,000,000

Correct B. ₦1,500,000

C. ₦2,000,000

D. ₦2,500,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8

A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. If the population is currently 500 males and 500 females, what will be the ratio of males to females in 5 years?

A. 1:1

B. 1:2

Correct C. 2:1

D. 3:1

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9

A company is considering the construction of a new factory in a rural area. The factory will produce 1000 units of a product per day, and each unit will require 2 kg of raw material. If the raw material costs ₦500 per kg, what is the daily cost of raw materials for the factory?

A. ₦1,000,000

Correct B. ₦1,500,000

C. ₦2,000,000

D. ₦2,500,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10

A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. If the population is currently 500 males and 500 females, what will be the ratio of males to females in 5 years?

A. 1:1

B. 1:2

Correct C. 2:1

D. 3:1

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11

A river's erosive power is influenced by its discharge, gradient, and velocity. Which of the following factors would have the greatest impact on a river's erosive power?

A. Discharge

B. Gradient

Correct C. Velocity

D. Channel width

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12

A company is considering investing in a new mining operation in a remote area of Nigeria. The company's geologist has identified a potential ore body with the following characteristics: depth = 500m, dip = 30°, and strike length = 2km. What is the volume of the ore body in cubic meters?

A. 100,000 m³

B. 500,000 m³

Correct C. 1,000,000 m³

D. 2,000,000 m³

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13

A population of 100,000 people is growing at a rate of 2% per annum. If the population is currently distributed evenly across a region, what will be the population density in people per square kilometer after 10 years?

A. 50 people/km²

B. 100 people/km²

Correct C. 200 people/km²

D. 500 people/km²

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14

A company is considering investing in a new manufacturing facility in a region with a high level of unemployment. The company's economist has identified the following data: labor force = 100,000 people, unemployment rate = 10%, and average wage = ₦50,000 per month. What is the total labor cost for the company if it hires 1,000 workers?

A. ₦50,000,000

B. ₦60,000,000

Correct C. ₦70,000,000

D. ₦80,000,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15

A river's water quality is influenced by its pH, turbidity, and dissolved oxygen levels. Which of the following factors would have the greatest impact on a river's water quality?

A. pH

B. Turbidity

Correct C. Dissolved oxygen

D. Temperature

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16

The diagram below shows the vegetation belts of Nigeria. Identify the region where the Guinea savanna is located.

Correct A. North-central Nigeria

B. North-eastern Nigeria

C. South-western Nigeria

D. South-eastern Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17

The economic activities in the Niger Delta region are mainly focused on the extraction of oil and gas. What is the primary economic benefit of this region?

A. Employment opportunities

Correct B. Revenue generation

C. Infrastructure development

D. Environmental degradation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18

The Earth's rotation causes the following phenomenon:

A. Seasonal changes

B. Tidal changes

C. Day and night

Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19

The diagram below shows the climate zones of Nigeria. Identify the region where the tropical rainforest is located.

Correct A. South-eastern Nigeria

B. South-western Nigeria

C. North-central Nigeria

D. North-eastern Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20

The economic activities in the Adamawa Plateau region are mainly focused on the production of crops. What is the primary economic benefit of this region?

A. Employment opportunities

B. Revenue generation

C. Infrastructure development

Correct D. Food security

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21

A map of the Niger Delta region shows a series of distributaries that branch off from the main stem of the Niger River. What is the primary reason for this branching?

A. Sediment load

B. Tectonic activity

Correct C. Hydrological factors

D. Climate change

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22

A population of 100,000 people is growing at a rate of 2% per annum. If the population is currently distributed evenly across 10 districts, what is the expected population of each district in 5 years?

A. 12,500

Correct B. 15,000

C. 17,500

D. 20,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23

A diagram of the Earth's surface shows a series of parallel mountain ranges. What is the primary reason for this formation?

Correct A. Tectonic plate movement

B. Volcanic activity

C. Weathering and erosion

D. Glacial movement

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24

A rock sample is analyzed and found to contain 50% quartz, 30% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the expected mineral composition of the surrounding rock?

A. 60% quartz, 20% feldspar, 20% mica

Correct B. 50% quartz, 30% feldspar, 20% mica

C. 40% quartz, 40% feldspar, 20% mica

D. 30% quartz, 50% feldspar, 20% mica

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25

A climate diagram shows a series of isotherms that converge at a single point. What is the primary reason for this convergence?

Correct A. Temperature gradient

B. Humidity gradient

C. Pressure gradient

D. Altitude gradient

Correct Answer: A

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