POST UTME GREENFIELD UNIVERSITY 2020 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A recent study on soil erosion in the Niger Delta region revealed that the rate of soil loss is highest in areas with high population density and intensive agricultural activities. Which of the following land-forming processes is primarily responsible for this phenomenon?
Correct A. Water Erosion
B. Wind Erosion
C. Soil Creep
D. Mass Wasting

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The diagram below shows the relationship between temperature and precipitation in the savannas of West Africa. Which of the following climate belts is characterized by this type of climate?
A. Tropical Rainforest
Correct B. Savanna
C. Desert
D. Temperate Grassland

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A farmer in the Niger Delta region is considering the use of contour farming to reduce soil erosion on his land. Which of the following advantages of contour farming is most relevant to this situation?
A. Increased crop yields
Correct B. Reduced soil erosion
C. Improved water retention
D. Enhanced biodiversity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical soil profile. Which of the following layers is characterized by the presence of organic matter and a high concentration of microorganisms?
Correct A. O Horizon
B. A Horizon
C. B Horizon
D. C Horizon

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A recent study on population growth in the Niger Delta region revealed that the population is growing at a rate of 3.5% per annum. Which of the following demographic characteristics is most relevant to this situation?
Correct A. High birth rate
B. Low death rate
C. High migration rate
D. Low fertility rate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The process of soil formation is influenced by the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
Correct D. Gravity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
A river's discharge is affected by the following factors: precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, and runoff. Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects a river's discharge?
A. Precipitation
B. Evaporation
C. Infiltration
Correct D. Tides

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The Earth's surface is composed of several types of rocks, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Which of the following is a characteristic of sedimentary rocks?
A. They are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma
Correct B. They are formed from the compression and cementation of sediments
C. They are formed from the alteration of existing rocks
D. They are formed from the melting of ice

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
A map is a representation of the Earth's surface, and it is used to convey information about the location and distribution of features. Which of the following is a type of map projection?
A. Orthographic projection
B. Gnomonic projection
Correct C. Mercator projection
D. Robinson projection

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The process of soil erosion is influenced by several factors, including climate, topography, and land use. Which of the following is a type of soil erosion?
Correct A. Water erosion
B. Wind erosion
C. Glacial erosion
D. Chemical erosion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water molecules 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 12
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's meandering path?
A. The river flows in a straight line
B. The river flows in a zigzag pattern
Correct C. The river flows in a meandering path
D. The river flows in a circular path

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the amount of fertilizer applied to a crop and the yield of the crop. Which of the following is a characteristic of the graph?
A. The graph is a straight line
B. The graph is a curve
Correct C. The graph shows a positive correlation
D. The graph shows a negative correlation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following is a characteristic of the mountain range?
A. The mountain range is formed by volcanic activity
Correct B. The mountain range is formed by tectonic activity
C. The mountain range is formed by erosion
D. The mountain range is formed by deposition

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the yield of a crop. Which of the following is a characteristic of the graph?
A. The graph is a straight line
B. The graph is a curve
Correct C. The graph shows a positive correlation
D. The graph shows a negative correlation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
The diagram below illustrates a cross-section of a river valley. Identify the land-forming process responsible for the formation of the valley.
Correct A. Erosion by water
B. Deposition by water
C. Erosion by wind
D. Deposition by wind

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A company is considering investing in a new factory in a region with an abundance of natural resources. Which of the following economic factors would be most relevant to the company's decision?
A. Availability of skilled labor
B. Proximity to markets
Correct C. Availability of natural resources
D. Government incentives

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the price of a commodity and its demand. What is the economic concept illustrated by this graph?
Correct A. Law of supply and demand
B. Opportunity cost
C. Diminishing marginal utility
D. Economies of scale

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
A farmer is considering using a new type of fertilizer that is more expensive than the one they currently use. Which of the following economic concepts would be most relevant to the farmer's decision?
Correct A. Opportunity cost
B. Diminishing marginal utility
C. Economies of scale
D. Law of supply and demand

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. What is the scientific concept illustrated by this diagram?
Correct A. The greenhouse effect
B. The ozone layer
C. The stratosphere
D. The troposphere

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
A recent study on the impact of climate change on the Niger Delta region revealed that the region's mangrove forests are being threatened by rising sea levels. Which of the following landforms is most likely to be affected by this phenomenon?
A. Barrier Island
B. Dune
Correct C. Mangrove Swamp
D. Estuary

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A company is planning to establish a new factory in a rural area. The factory will require a large amount of water for its operations. Which of the following landforms is most likely to be affected by the factory's water usage?
A. River
B. Lake
C. Wetland
Correct D. Aquifer

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
A recent study on the impact of deforestation on the environment revealed that the loss of forests can lead to soil erosion. Which of the following landforms is most likely to be affected by soil erosion?
A. Hill
B. Mountain
Correct C. Valley
D. Plateau

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
A recent study on the impact of urbanization on the environment revealed that the expansion of cities can lead to the destruction of natural habitats. Which of the following landforms is most likely to be affected by urbanization?
Correct A. Forest
B. Grassland
C. Desert
D. Wetland

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A recent study on the impact of climate change on the environment revealed that the melting of glaciers can lead to sea-level rise. Which of the following landforms is most likely to be affected by sea-level rise?
Correct A. Barrier Island
B. Dune
C. Mangrove Swamp
D. Estuary

Correct Answer: A

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