POST UTME JOSEPH AYO BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2020 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The economic importance of the Niger Delta region is due to the presence of the
A. Oil and Gas Reserves
B. Timber Reserves
C. Fisheries
D. Agricultural Land
Question 2
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global wind patterns. What is the primary reason for the formation of high and low-pressure systems in the atmosphere?
A. Temperature differences between equator and poles
B. Atmospheric pressure differences between equator and poles
C. Wind patterns caused by the Coriolis effect
D. Ocean currents and trade winds
Question 3
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
B. Location B
C. Both locations are equal
D. Neither location is suitable
Question 4
The Niger River is the longest river in Nigeria, stretching over 4,100 km. What is the primary reason for its long length?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Weathering and erosion
C. Human activities
D. Sea level rise
Question 5
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?
A. High birth rate and low death rate
B. Low birth rate and high death rate
C. High migration rate
D. Low migration rate
Question 6
The map below shows the distribution of major industries in Nigeria. What is the primary industry located in the Niger Delta region?
A. Oil refinery
B. Textile mill
C. Food processing plant
D. Paper mill
Question 7
The Niger Delta is a region of high biodiversity in Nigeria, with a wide range of plant and animal species. What is the primary reason for the region's high biodiversity?
A. Geological history and tectonic activity
B. Climate and weather patterns
C. Human activities and land use
D. Water and soil quality
Question 8
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
D. Jupiter
Question 9
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
B. Increases energy production
C. Reduces waste disposal costs
D. Increases waste generation
Question 10
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
D. 1,250,000
Question 11
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
C. Kaduna
D. Jos
Question 12
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 105,000
C. 120,000
D. 125,000
Question 13
The environmental impact of oil spills in the Niger Delta region is a major concern due to the presence of the
A. Niger Delta Mangroves
B. Freshwater Swamps
C. Brackish Water Swamps
D. Saltwater Swamps
Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. Identify the correct type of landform.
A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain
Question 15
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
B. A ratio of 1:50,000
C. A ratio of 1:10,000
D. A ratio of 1:1,000

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