POST UTME LASU 2024 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The savannas of Nigeria are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the country's climate. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of this vegetation belt?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil Type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
The Niger Delta is a region of high sedimentation due to the Niger River's discharge into the Gulf of Guinea. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of the Niger Delta?
A. Tectonic Activity
B. Volcanic Eruptions
Correct C. Sedimentation
D. Erosion

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. What is the primary economic activity that drives the Jos Plateau's economy?
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The Benue Trough is a region of Nigeria characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of the Benue Trough?
Correct A. Tectonic Activity
B. Volcanic Eruptions
C. Sedimentation
D. Erosion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The Niger River is a major watercourse in Nigeria that plays a crucial role in the country's economy and environment. What is the primary environmental impact of the Niger River's discharge into the Gulf of Guinea?
A. Sedimentation
B. Erosion
Correct C. Pollution
D. Salinization

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in environmental management refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustain indefinitely given the food, habitat, water, and other necessities available in the environment. Which of the following is a key factor that determines the carrying capacity of an environment?
A. Availability of food resources
Correct B. Habitat quality and diversity
C. Water availability and quality
D. Climate and temperature

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A company is considering the construction of a new factory in a rural area. The factory will produce plastic bags, which will be used for packaging purposes. The company has identified the following environmental impacts associated with the factory:
A. Air pollution
B. Water pollution
C. Soil pollution
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The diagram below shows the global distribution of vegetation types.
Correct A. Tropical rainforests are found near the equator
B. Deserts are found near the equator
C. Temperate forests are found near the equator
D. None of the above

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell.
Correct A. The cell membrane is the outermost layer of the cell
B. The cytoplasm is the region between the cell membrane and the nucleus
C. The nucleus is the region where DNA is stored
D. None of the above

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The diagram below shows the global distribution of population density.
Correct A. High population density is found in urban areas
B. Low population density is found in urban areas
C. High population density is found in rural areas
D. None of the above

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following is a characteristic of a Mercator projection?
A. It preserves angles and shapes
B. It preserves distances and shapes
C. It preserves angles and sizes
Correct D. It preserves distances and sizes

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The climate of a region is influenced by its latitude. Which of the following is a characteristic of the tropical climate?
Correct A. High levels of precipitation throughout the year
B. Low levels of precipitation throughout the year
C. High levels of precipitation during the summer months
D. Low levels of precipitation during the winter months

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The formation of a delta is influenced by the rate of sedimentation. Which of the following is a characteristic of a river delta?
A. A network of distributaries that branch off from the main river
B. A single channel that flows directly into the ocean
C. A series of sandbars that form at the mouth of the river
Correct D. A flat, low-lying area of land that is formed by the accumulation of sediment

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The economic activity of a region is influenced by its natural resources. Which of the following is a characteristic of a region with an abundance of coal?
A. It is likely to have a high level of industrialization
B. It is likely to have a high level of agricultural production
C. It is likely to have a high level of tourism
Correct D. It is likely to have a high level of mining activity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The soil formation process is influenced by the type of rock that is present. Which of the following is a characteristic of a region with a high level of limestone?
A. It is likely to have a high level of soil erosion
Correct B. It is likely to have a high level of soil formation
C. It is likely to have a high level of soil leaching
D. It is likely to have a high level of soil compaction

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
A company is considering investing in a new project in a region with a high level of economic activity. However, the region is also prone to natural disasters. Which of the following economic activities is most likely to be affected by the natural disasters?
Correct A. Agriculture
B. Manufacturing
C. Tourism
D. Construction

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A river has a discharge of 1000 m3/s and a velocity of 2 m/s. If the river is 10 m deep, what is the cross-sectional area of the river?
A. 400 m2
Correct B. 500 m2
C. 600 m2
D. 700 m2

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
A map shows a region with a scale of 1:50,000. If the distance between two points on the map is 5 cm, what is the actual distance between the two points in meters?
A. 250 m
Correct B. 500 m
C. 750 m
D. 1000 m

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
A rock sample has a density of 2.5 g/cm3. If the volume of the rock sample is 10 cm3, what is its mass?
A. 20 g
Correct B. 25 g
C. 30 g
D. 35 g

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
A solar system has a planet with a mass of 5 x 10^24 kg and a radius of 3 x 10^6 m. What is its surface gravity?
A. 10 m/s2
Correct B. 11 m/s2
C. 12 m/s2
D. 13 m/s2

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
In a tropical savanna region, the soil formation process is influenced by the presence of laterite. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of laterite?
A. Weathering of rocks
B. Leaching of soluble minerals
Correct C. Oxidation of iron-rich rocks
D. Erosion of soil particles

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A population of 100,000 people is growing at a rate of 2% per annum. What is the projected population after 5 years?
A. 108,000
B. 110,000
Correct C. 112,000
D. 114,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
A rock sample has a density of 2.5 g/cm³ and a volume of 10 cm³. What is the mass of the rock sample?
A. 25 g
Correct B. 50 g
C. 75 g
D. 100 g

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria. What is the primary economic activity that takes place in the region?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil and gas production
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The effects of climate change on the environment are multifaceted. What is the primary impact of climate change on global food security?
A. Increased crop yields
B. Improved water quality
C. Reduced food prices
Correct D. Decreased crop yields and food shortages

Correct Answer: D

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