POST UTME FUTA 2023 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following is a characteristic of a Mercator projection?
A. It preserves angles and shapes
B. It preserves distances and shapes
C. It preserves angles and sizes
Correct D. It preserves distances and sizes

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The Earth's rotation causes the following phenomenon:
Correct A. The Coriolis effect
B. The Foucault pendulum
C. The precession of the equinoxes
D. The nutation of the Earth's axis

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
A population pyramid is a graphical representation of the age and sex distribution of a population. Which of the following is a characteristic of a population pyramid?
A. It is a histogram
B. It is a bar chart
C. It is a pie chart
Correct D. It is a graph showing the age and sex distribution of a population

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The Niger Delta is a region of Nigeria characterized by a high level of biodiversity and a rich cultural heritage. Which of the following is a major economic activity in the Niger Delta?
A. Agriculture
B. Fishing
Correct C. Oil and gas production
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The process of weathering is the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments. Which of the following is a type of weathering?
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Biological weathering
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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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 city with a population of 500,000 people has a growth rate of 3% per annum. If the city's population is expected to double in 20 years, what is the annual growth rate of the city's population?
A. 2%
Correct B. 3%
C. 4%
D. 5%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The diagram below shows the distribution of temperature and precipitation in Nigeria. Which of the following regions receives the highest amount of rainfall?
A. North
Correct B. South
C. East
D. West

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
The diagram below shows the structure of a river system. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a river?
A. Flowing downhill
B. Carrying sediment
Correct C. Having a fixed course
D. Having a constant width

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The diagram below shows the concept of population density. Which of the following is a consequence of high population density?
A. Increased access to healthcare
B. Improved sanitation
Correct C. Higher cost of living
D. Increased food production

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The population growth rate of Nigeria is influenced by various factors. Which of the following is NOT a significant factor?
A. High birth rate
B. Low death rate
Correct C. High emigration rate
D. High immigration rate

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
A study on the economic geography of Nigeria reveals that the country's GDP is heavily reliant on the oil and gas industry. What is the primary reason for this reliance?
Correct A. Abundant oil reserves
B. High demand for oil globally
C. Government policies
D. Infrastructure development

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which influences global weather patterns. What is the primary effect of the Coriolis effect on global weather?
A. Global warming
B. Increased precipitation
Correct C. Formation of high and low-pressure systems
D. Changes in ocean currents

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
Soil erosion is a significant environmental issue in Nigeria. What is the primary cause of soil erosion in the country?
Correct A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Poor agricultural practices
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The population density of Nigeria is influenced by various factors. Which of the following is NOT a significant factor?
A. High birth rate
B. Low death rate
Correct C. High emigration rate
D. High immigration rate

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
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. Biological weathering
D. Thermal expansion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as
A. Gnomonic projection
B. Mercator projection
Correct C. Robinson projection
D. Azimuthal equidistant projection

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The movement of the Earth's crust that results in the creation of mountains is known as
A. Plate tectonics
B. Continental drift
Correct C. Mountain building
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The process by which the Earth's surface is shaped by the movement of water is known as
A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Weathering
Correct D. Denudation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The type of rock that is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma is known as
Correct A. Igneous rock
B. Sedimentary rock
C. Metamorphic rock
D. Foliated rock

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is known as _______.
A. Erosion
B. Weathering
C. Soilification
Correct D. Pedogenesis

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The diagram below shows the different stages of soil formation. Which stage is characterized by the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles?
A. Stage 1
Correct B. Stage 2
C. Stage 3
D. Stage 4

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The diagram below shows the different types of rocks. Which type of rock 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 24
The diagram below shows the different stages of the water cycle. Which stage is characterized by the evaporation of water from the surface of the Earth?
Correct A. Stage 1
B. Stage 2
C. Stage 3
D. Stage 4

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The diagram below shows the different types of landforms. Which type of landform is formed by the movement of glaciers?
Correct A. Glacial
B. Volcanic
C. Karst
D. Coastal

Correct Answer: A

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