POST UTME JOSEPH AYO BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2020 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
Soil Formation and Erosion: A soil profile is composed of the following horizons, listed in order from top to bottom: O, A, B, C, R. Which of the following is the primary process responsible for the formation of the B horizon?
Correct A. Leaching
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
D. Deposition

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The Earth and the Solar System: A planet's orbital period is the time it takes to complete one orbit around the Sun. Which of the following planets has the longest orbital period?
A. Mercury
B. Venus
C. Mars
Correct D. Jupiter

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
Population and Settlement Studies: A city's population growth rate is influenced by several factors, including birth rate, death rate, and migration. Which of the following is a characteristic of a city with a high population growth rate?
Correct A. High birth rate and low death rate
B. Low birth rate and high death rate
C. High migration rate
D. Low migration rate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
Environmental Issues and Management: A company is considering the implementation of a new waste management system. Which of the following is a benefit of implementing a waste-to-energy system?
A. Reduces greenhouse gas emissions
Correct B. Increases energy production
C. Reduces waste disposal costs
D. Increases waste generation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
Map Reading and Interpretation: A map scale is a ratio that represents the relationship between the distance on the map and the corresponding distance in reality. Which of the following is a characteristic of a map scale?
A. A ratio of 1:100,000
Correct B. A ratio of 1:50,000
C. A ratio of 1:10,000
D. A ratio of 1:1,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
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. Deposition and sedimentation
D. Human activities

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The map below shows the distribution of major cities in Nigeria. What is the name of the city located at the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
Correct C. Kaduna
D. Jos

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. What is the primary factor contributing to this rapid population growth?
Correct A. High fertility rate
B. Low mortality rate
C. High standard of living
D. Urbanization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The map below shows the distribution of major industries in Nigeria. What is the primary industry located in the Niger Delta region?
Correct A. Oil refinery
B. Textile mill
C. Food processing plant
D. Paper mill

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The environmental impact of oil spills in the Niger Delta region is a major concern. What is the primary effect of oil spills on the ecosystem?
A. Habitat destruction
Correct B. Water pollution
C. Soil contamination
D. Air pollution

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta region. Identify the correct location of the Bonny River.
Correct A. Bonny River
B. Niger River
C. Cross River
D. Benue River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A firm is considering two locations for a new factory. Location A has a labor cost of ₦100,000 per month and a transportation cost of ₦50,000 per month. Location B has a labor cost of ₦120,000 per month and a transportation cost of ₦30,000 per month. If the firm wants to minimize its total cost, which location should it choose?
A. Location A
Correct B. Location B
C. Both locations are equal
D. Neither location is suitable

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. Identify the correct type of landform.
Correct A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
A city has a population of 500,000 people. If the population grows at a rate of 5% per annum, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 625,000
B. 750,000
C. 1,000,000
Correct D. 1,250,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a map of the world. Identify the correct location of the Amazon Rainforest.
Correct A. Amazon Rainforest
B. Congo Basin
C. Valdivian Rainforests
D. Daintree Rainforest

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of celestial bodies in the sky due to a phenomenon known as
A. Precession
B. Nutation
Correct C. Aberration
D. Refraction

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The climate of Nigeria is characterized by a distinct wet and dry season due to the influence of the
A. Harmattan Wind
Correct B. Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)
C. South Atlantic High Pressure Belt
D. South West Monsoon

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The Niger Delta region is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks due to the presence of the
A. Benue Trough
B. Niger Trough
C. Anambra Basin
Correct D. Niger Delta Basin

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The environmental impact of oil spills in the Niger Delta region is a major concern due to the presence of the
Correct A. Niger Delta Mangroves
B. Freshwater Swamps
C. Brackish Water Swamps
D. Saltwater Swamps

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The economic importance of the Niger Delta region is due to the presence of the
Correct A. Oil and Gas Reserves
B. Timber Reserves
C. Fisheries
D. Agricultural Land

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The concept of sustainable development is crucial in the Niger Delta region due to the presence of the
Correct A. Oil and Gas Reserves
B. Freshwater Swamps
C. Brackish Water Swamps
D. Saltwater Swamps

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The Niger Delta region is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks due to the presence of the
A. Benue Trough
B. Niger Trough
C. Anambra Basin
Correct D. Niger Delta Basin

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The environmental impact of oil spills in the Niger Delta region is a major concern due to the presence of the
Correct A. Niger Delta Mangroves
B. Freshwater Swamps
C. Brackish Water Swamps
D. Saltwater Swamps

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The economic importance of the Niger Delta region is due to the presence of the
Correct A. Oil and Gas Reserves
B. Timber Reserves
C. Fisheries
D. Agricultural Land

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The concept of sustainable development is crucial in the Niger Delta region due to the presence of the
Correct A. Oil and Gas Reserves
B. Freshwater Swamps
C. Brackish Water Swamps
D. Saltwater Swamps

Correct Answer: A

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