POST UTME LASU 2018 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 map projections is known for preserving angles and shapes?
A. Mercator projection
B. Gall-Peters projection
C. Robinson projection
D. Azimuthal equidistant projection
Question 2
Determine the rate of soil erosion in a given area using the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE). The area has a slope length of 100 m, a slope steepness of 10°, a soil erodibility factor of 0.5, a vegetation cover factor of 0.8, a topographic factor of 1.2, and a rainfall erosivity factor of 400.
A. 0.5 t/ha/yr
B. 1.0 t/ha/yr
C. 1.5 t/ha/yr
D. 2.0 t/ha/yr
Question 3
A river's gradient is the ratio of its slope to its length. What is the primary factor that determines a river's gradient?
A. Tributary input
B. Water volume
C. Slope
D. Length
Question 4
A rock sample has a density of 2.5 g/cm³ and a volume of 50 cm³. Calculate the mass of the rock sample using the formula: mass = density × volume.
A. 62.5 g
B. 125 g
C. 250 g
D. 500 g
Question 5
The Niger Delta is a major sedimentary basin in Nigeria. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Niger Delta?
A. It is a rift valley
B. It is a fold mountain
C. It is a sedimentary basin
D. It is a volcanic region
Question 6
What is the process by which the Earth's surface is shaped by external forces such as wind, water, and ice?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Denudation
Question 7
The process of plate tectonics involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere. What is the term for the movement of the lithosphere along a fault?
A. Plate movement
B. Faulting
C. Volcanism
D. Earthquake activity
Question 8
The map below shows the distribution of rainfall in Nigeria. Which of the following regions receives the highest amount of rainfall?
A. South-South
B. South-East
C. North-East
D. North-West
Question 9
A city's growth is influenced by its accessibility to a major transportation hub. Which of the following factors is most likely to contribute to a city's high accessibility?
A. Proximity to a major airport
B. Availability of a seaport
C. Presence of a major railway station
D. Access to a major highway
Question 10
What is the primary factor controlling the rate of soil erosion in a given area?
A. Water flow
B. Vegetation cover
C. Topography
D. Climate
Question 11
The climate of Nigeria can be broadly classified into two main types: tropical and savanna. Which of the following is a characteristic of the savanna climate?
A. High levels of rainfall throughout the year
B. A distinct wet and dry season
C. Low levels of rainfall throughout the year
D. A uniform temperature throughout the year
Question 12
The Niger Delta is a major wetland ecosystem in West Africa. What is the primary reason for the high levels of sedimentation in the Niger Delta?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic eruptions
C. River discharge
D. Sea level rise
Question 13
The process of soil formation involves 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
D. Gravity
Question 14
A map scale is a representation of the relationship between distances on a map and the corresponding distances on the Earth's surface. What is the term for the ratio of the distance on the map to the corresponding distance on the Earth's surface?
A. Scale factor
B. Map ratio
C. Representative fraction
D. Cartographic scale
Question 15
What is the term for the movement of people from rural areas to urban areas?
A. Urbanization
B. Ruralization
C. Migration
D. Counterurbanization

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