Practice Post UTME COAL CITY UNIVERSITY geography 2017 Past Questions

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 shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of vegetation in a region. Which of the following types of vegetation is most likely to be found in a region with high rainfall?

Correct A. Tropical rainforest

B. Savanna

C. Desert

D. Temperate rainforest

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3

The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for the synthesis of proteins?

A. Mitochondria

Correct B. Ribosomes

C. Endoplasmic reticulum

D. Lysosomes

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4

The diagram below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of vegetation in a region. Which of the following types of vegetation is most likely to be found in a region with low rainfall?

A. Tropical rainforest

B. Savanna

Correct C. Desert

D. Temperate rainforest

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5

The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. Which of the following organelles is responsible for the breakdown of proteins?

A. Mitochondria

B. Ribosomes

C. Endoplasmic reticulum

Correct D. Lysosomes

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6

The population growth rate of a city is 3.5% per annum. If the current population is 1,000,000, what will be the population after 5 years?

A. 1,063,000

B. 1,075,000

Correct C. 1,087,500

D. 1,100,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7

A farmer is considering two different types of fertilizers for his crops. Fertilizer A costs ₦500 per bag and Fertilizer B costs ₦600 per bag. If the farmer needs 100 bags of fertilizer, which option is more cost-effective?

Correct A. Fertilizer A

B. Fertilizer B

C. Both are equally cost-effective

D. Neither is cost-effective

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8

The diagram below shows the water cycle. What is the process labeled 'A'?

Correct A. Evaporation

B. Condensation

C. Precipitation

D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9

The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. What is the layer labeled 'A'?

Correct A. Troposphere

B. Stratosphere

C. Mesosphere

D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10

The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. What is the name of the river labeled 'A'?

Correct A. Niger River

B. Benue River

C. Kano River

D. None of the above

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11

The savannas of Nigeria are characterized by a distinct wet and dry season. What is the primary factor responsible for this seasonal variation?

A. Temperature

Correct B. Precipitation

C. Humidity

D. Evapotranspiration

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12

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. Services

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13

The Jos Plateau is a region of significant geological interest in Nigeria, with numerous faults and fractures. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of these geological features?

Correct A. Tectonic activity

B. Volcanic activity

C. Weathering and erosion

D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14

The Benue Trough is a major geological feature in Nigeria, stretching over 1,000 km. What is the primary type of rock that makes up the Benue Trough?

Correct A. Sedimentary

B. Igneous

C. Metamorphic

D. Hydrothermal

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15

The Kainji Dam is a major hydroelectric power plant in Nigeria, located on the Niger River. What is the primary purpose of the dam?

A. Irrigation

B. Drinking water

Correct C. Hydroelectric power

D. Navigation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16

The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 500,000, what will be the population after 3 years?

Correct A. 625,000

B. 600,000

C. 550,000

D. 525,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17

A rock sample is composed of 60% quartz, 20% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the percentage of mica in the sample?

Correct A. 20%

B. 25%

C. 30%

D. 35%

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18

A company produces 500 units of a product per day. If the cost of production is ₦120 per unit, what is the total cost of production for a 5-day period?

Correct A. ₦300,000

B. ₦350,000

C. ₦400,000

D. ₦450,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19

A farmer has 100 hectares of land. If he plants 20 hectares with maize, 30 hectares with yams, and 50 hectares with cassava, what percentage of the land is planted with cassava?

A. 50%

B. 60%

Correct C. 70%

D. 80%

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20

A river has a discharge of 100 m³/s. If the river flows for 8 hours, what is the total volume of water discharged?

Correct A. 800,000 m³

B. 1,000,000 m³

C. 1,200,000 m³

D. 1,600,000 m³

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21

The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?

A. A waterfall

B. A delta

C. A meandering river

Correct D. A lake

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22

In a population of 1000 individuals, the age distribution is as follows: 0-14 years = 250, 15-24 years = 200, 25-34 years = 150, 35-44 years = 100, 45-54 years = 100, 55-64 years = 50, 65 years and above = 50. What is the population growth rate?

A. 1.5%

Correct B. 2.5%

C. 3.5%

D. 4.5%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23

A company produces 500 units of a product per day. The product is sold at ₦200 per unit. If the company operates for 365 days per year, what is the total revenue generated per year?

A. ₦73,000,000

B. ₦74,000,000

Correct C. ₦75,000,000

D. ₦76,000,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24

A farmer has 1000 hectares of land. He plants maize on 300 hectares and beans on 200 hectares. What percentage of the land is used for maize?

A. 30%

Correct B. 40%

C. 50%

D. 60%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25

A company has a profit of ₦1,000,000. If the company's expenses are ₦500,000 and the company's revenue is ₦2,000,000, what is the company's net profit?

A. ₦500,000

B. ₦750,000

Correct C. ₦1,000,000

D. ₦1,250,000

Correct Answer: C

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