POST UTME IMS U 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What type of landform is formed at point X?
Correct A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The table below shows the average annual rainfall in Nigeria. What is the average annual rainfall in Lagos?
A. 1000 mm
B. 1200 mm
Correct C. 1500 mm
D. 1800 mm

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. What is the name of the river that flows through the city of Kano?
Correct A. Hadejia
B. Kano
C. Sokoto
D. Kaduna

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain. What type of rock is formed at point Y?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
Correct C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. What is the name of the city that is the capital of Nigeria?
Correct A. Abuja
B. Lagos
C. Kano
D. Sokoto

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
Soil Formation and Erosion: A soil profile is composed of the following horizons, in order, from the surface down: O, A, B, C, R. Which of the following statements is true about the B horizon?
A. The B horizon is the zone of leaching.
Correct B. The B horizon is the zone of accumulation.
C. The B horizon is the zone of weathering.
D. The B horizon is the zone of erosion.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The Earth and the Solar System: What is the term for the process by which the universe became transparent to light, occurring when the temperature cooled enough for electrons to combine with protons?
A. Nucleosynthesis
B. Cosmic inflation
Correct C. Recombination
D. Dark matter formation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
Population and Settlement Studies: A city's population growth rate is 2% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 120,000
B. 125,000
C. 130,000
Correct D. 135,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
Economic Geography (Resources, Industry): A country's GDP is 100 billion, and its GDP per capita is 5,000. What is the total population of the country?
A. 20 million
B. 25 million
Correct C. 30 million
D. 35 million

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
Geography of Nigeria (Physical/Economic): The Niger Delta is a major source of which of the following resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural gas
C. Timber
D. Fisheries

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global climate patterns. What is the primary mechanism by which the Coriolis effect impacts climate?
Correct A. Global wind patterns
B. Ocean currents
C. Atmospheric pressure systems
D. Weather fronts

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A soil profile consists of the following layers: O, A, B, and C. What is the primary function of the B horizon?
Correct A. To store water and nutrients
B. To provide a habitat for microorganisms
C. To act as a barrier to root growth
D. To facilitate soil aeration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
A rock sample is composed of 50% quartz, 30% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the approximate density of the rock?
A. 2.5 g/cm³
Correct B. 2.8 g/cm³
C. 3.0 g/cm³
D. 3.2 g/cm³

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
A farmer in the savanna region of Nigeria is considering planting maize or sorghum. Which crop is more likely to be affected by drought?
Correct A. Maize
B. Sorghum
C. Both are equally affected
D. Neither is affected

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
A river system in Nigeria has a mean annual discharge of 1000 m³/s. What is the approximate volume of water that flows through the system in a year?
A. 3.15 x 10^8 m³
Correct B. 3.15 x 10^9 m³
C. 3.15 x 10^10 m³
D. 3.15 x 10^11 m³

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Weathering and erosion
Correct C. Fluvial processes
D. Coastal processes

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. What is the primary factor driving this rapid population growth?
Correct A. High fertility rates
B. Low mortality rates
C. Urbanization
D. Migration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The map below shows the distribution of major soil types in Nigeria. What is the primary soil type found in the savannas of northern Nigeria?
A. Alfisol
B. Ultisol
Correct C. Mollisol
D. Inceptisol

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The diagram below shows the water cycle. What is the primary process by which water is transferred from the atmosphere to the land?
Correct A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The map below shows the distribution of major environmental issues in Nigeria. What is the primary environmental issue affecting the Niger Delta region?
Correct A. Oil spills
B. Deforestation
C. Soil erosion
D. Water pollution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5°. What is the primary effect of this tilt on the planet's climate?
Correct A. Increased temperature differences between equatorial and polar regions
B. Reduced temperature differences between equatorial and polar regions
C. No effect on temperature differences between equatorial and polar regions
D. Increased precipitation in equatorial regions

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A river's discharge is affected by its slope, channel roughness, and water depth. Which of the following factors has the greatest impact on the river's discharge?
A. Slope
B. Channel roughness
Correct C. Water depth
D. All of the above have an equal impact

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The concept of 'pedogenesis' refers to the formation of soil through the interaction of climate, vegetation, and topography. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in pedogenesis?
A. Climate
B. Vegetation
C. Topography
Correct D. Human activity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The 'albedo' effect refers to the reflection of solar radiation by the Earth's surface. Which of the following surfaces has the highest albedo?
A. Dark-colored rock
B. Light-colored sand
Correct C. Snow
D. Water

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The 'carbon cycle' refers to the movement of carbon between the atmosphere, oceans, land, and living organisms. Which of the following processes is responsible for the majority of carbon dioxide emissions?
A. Photosynthesis
B. Respiration
Correct C. Fossil fuel combustion
D. Volcanic eruptions

Correct Answer: C

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