POST UTME DELSU 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of a star in the sky due to the planet's movement. What is the name of this phenomenon?
A. Asterism
Correct B. Celestial Parallax
C. Diurnal Motion
D. Equatorial Parallax

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A diagram of the solar system shows the relative sizes and distances of the planets from the Sun. Which planet has the largest diameter?
Correct A. Jupiter
B. Saturn
C. Uranus
D. Earth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
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 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. What is the function of the mitochondria?
A. Protein synthesis
B. Cell division
Correct C. Energy production
D. Cell signaling

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The diagram below shows the water cycle. What is the process labeled 'B'?
A. Evaporation
Correct B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of a star in the sky due to the planet's movement. This phenomenon is known as
A. Asterism
Correct B. Parallax
C. Ecliptic
D. Equinox

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. What is the primary function of the ozone layer?
Correct A. Absorbing UV radiation
B. Regulating Earth's temperature
C. Protecting life from cosmic radiation
D. Maintaining atmospheric pressure

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The diagram below represents a simple economic model. What is the effect of an increase in the money supply on the aggregate demand curve?
A. Shift to the left
Correct B. Shift to the right
C. No change
D. Increase in price level

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's population distribution. What is the primary reason for the high population density in the north?
A. Agricultural activities
B. Industrialization
Correct C. Climate and geography
D. Urbanization

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The diagram below represents a simple ecosystem. What is the role of decomposers in the ecosystem?
A. Primary producers
B. Consumers
Correct C. Decomposers
D. Detritivores

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The African continent is characterized by a variety of climate zones, including the tropical rainforest, savanna, and desert regions. Which of the following climate zones is NOT typically found in West Africa?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Desert
Correct D. Temperate grassland

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The formation of soil is a complex process that involves the interaction of various factors, including climate, vegetation, topography, and parent material. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Climate
B. Vegetation
C. Topography
Correct D. Human activity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
The Earth's surface is characterized by a variety of landforms, including mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Which of the following landforms is NOT typically formed by tectonic activity?
A. Mountain
B. Valley
C. Plateau
Correct D. Delta

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The African continent is rich in natural resources, including oil, natural gas, and minerals. Which of the following countries is NOT a major oil-producing country in Africa?
A. Nigeria
B. Angola
C. Algeria
Correct D. South Africa

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesosphere. Which of the following layers is NOT a part of the Earth's atmosphere?
A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
Correct D. Ionosphere

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The process of soil formation through the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles is known as:
Correct A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT formed by the river?
A. Meander
B. Valley
C. Delta
Correct D. Oxygen

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and precipitation. Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the graph?
A. As temperature increases, precipitation decreases.
Correct B. As temperature increases, precipitation increases.
C. There is no relationship between temperature and precipitation.
D. Precipitation is independent of temperature.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The diagram below shows a map of a region with different climate zones. Which of the following climate zones is characterized by high temperatures and high precipitation?
Correct A. Tropical
B. Desert
C. Temperate
D. Polar

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between population density and economic development. Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the graph?
A. As population density increases, economic development decreases.
Correct B. As population density increases, economic development increases.
C. There is no relationship between population density and economic development.
D. Economic development is independent of population density.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The diagram below shows a map of a region with different types of rocks. Which of the following types of rocks is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma?
Correct A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and atmospheric pressure. Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the graph?
A. As temperature increases, atmospheric pressure decreases.
Correct B. As temperature increases, atmospheric pressure increases.
C. There is no relationship between temperature and atmospheric pressure.
D. Atmospheric pressure is independent of temperature.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Niger Delta region?
A. High population density
B. Rich oil reserves
Correct C. Fertile agricultural land
D. High rainfall

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
The map below shows the distribution of major crops in Nigeria. Which of the following crops is NOT grown in the North Central region?
A. Maize
Correct B. Rice
C. Sorghum
D. Cassava

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Benue Trough. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Benue Trough?
Correct A. High relief
B. Low rainfall
C. Fertile soil
D. High population density

Correct Answer: A

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