Practice Post UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY geography 2017 Past Questions

Question 1

In the context of Nigeria's climate and vegetation belts, what is the primary factor responsible for the formation of the Guinea Savanna region?

Correct A. Temperature and rainfall patterns

B. Soil type and fertility

C. Vegetation density and diversity

D. Altitude and topography

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2

A soil erosion control measure is being implemented in a rural area of Nigeria. Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice?

A. Terracing to reduce runoff

B. Contour planting to reduce erosion

Correct C. Clearing vegetation to increase soil exposure

D. Mulching to retain soil moisture

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3

A map of Nigeria's vegetation belts is shown below. What is the approximate location of the Sudan Savanna region?

A. Northern Nigeria

Correct B. North-central Nigeria

C. North-eastern Nigeria

D. North-western Nigeria

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4

A farmer in Nigeria is considering the use of contour planting to reduce soil erosion on his land. What is the primary benefit of this practice?

A. Reduced soil moisture loss

B. Increased crop yields

C. Improved soil fertility

Correct D. Reduced runoff and erosion

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5

A geologist is studying the formation of Nigeria's soil types. Which of the following is a primary factor responsible for the formation of the Alfisol soil type?

A. Weathering and erosion

B. Deposition and sedimentation

C. Leaching and podzolization

Correct D. Soil formation and development

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6

The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following land-forming processes is primarily responsible for the formation of this valley?

Correct A. Erosion

B. Deposition

C. Weathering

D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7

A company is considering investing in a new factory in a region with a high concentration of natural resources. Which of the following economic factors would most likely influence the company's decision?

A. Availability of skilled labor

B. Proximity to transportation infrastructure

Correct C. Access to natural resources

D. Government incentives

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8

The diagram below shows a geological cross-section of a region. Which of the following rock types is most likely to be found in the region?

Correct A. Sedimentary rock

B. Igneous rock

C. Metamorphic rock

D. Foliated rock

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9

A map shows a region with a high concentration of vegetation. Which of the following climate factors is most likely responsible for the region's vegetation?

A. High temperature

Correct B. High precipitation

C. Low humidity

D. High wind speed

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10

A company is considering investing in a new factory in a region with a high concentration of natural resources. Which of the following economic factors would most likely influence the company's decision?

A. Availability of skilled labor

B. Proximity to transportation infrastructure

Correct C. Access to natural resources

D. Government incentives

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11

The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments through the action of ice is known as:

A. Mechanical weathering

B. Chemical weathering

Correct C. Physical weathering

D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12

A map is said to be at a scale of 1:50,000. If the distance between two points on the map is 5cm, what is the actual distance between the two points in meters?

A. 100m

Correct B. 500m

C. 1000m

D. 5000m

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13

The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?

Correct A. Valley

B. Plateau

C. Hill

D. Mountain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14

The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between population density and economic development. What is the name of the economic development stage labeled 'B'?

A. Low-income economy

Correct B. Lower-middle-income economy

C. Upper-middle-income economy

D. High-income economy

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15

A company is considering investing in a new project that will require an initial investment of ₦10 million and will generate a profit of ₦5 million per year for 5 years. What is the net present value of the project?

A. ₦15 million

Correct B. ₦20 million

C. ₦25 million

D. ₦30 million

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16

The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support. Which of the following factors would most likely affect the carrying capacity of a given ecosystem?

A. Climate change

Correct B. Availability of resources

C. Predator-prey relationships

D. Human population growth

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17

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, but distorting sizes?

Correct A. Mercator projection

B. Gall-Peters projection

C. Robinson projection

D. Azimuthal equidistant projection

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18

The concept of 'sustainable development' refers to the ability of a country to meet its current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Which of the following is a key principle of sustainable development?

A. Economic growth at all costs

B. Environmental protection at the expense of economic development

Correct C. Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs

D. Prioritizing the needs of the wealthy over the poor

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19

The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is known for its rich oil reserves. However, the extraction of oil has had significant environmental impacts on the region. Which of the following is a major environmental impact of oil extraction in the Niger Delta?

A. Deforestation

B. Soil pollution

Correct C. Water pollution

D. Loss of biodiversity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20

The concept of 'resource curse' refers to the idea that countries with an abundance of natural resources may actually experience economic and political instability. Which of the following is a reason why the resource curse may occur?

A. Corruption

B. Lack of economic diversification

C. Dependence on a single resource

Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21

The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic factors. Which of the following is NOT a primary economic activity in the region?

A. Oil and Gas Exploration

B. Agriculture

Correct C. Tourism

D. Manufacturing

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22

The Earth's rotation causes the following phenomenon:

A. Seasonal variation in temperature

B. Day and night cycles

C. Tidal patterns

Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23

The population growth rate of Nigeria is influenced by the following factors:

Correct A. High birth rate and low death rate

B. Low birth rate and high death rate

C. High birth rate and high death rate

D. Low birth rate and low death rate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24

The environmental impact of deforestation in Nigeria can be mitigated by:

A. Reforestation efforts

B. Sustainable forest management

C. Conservation of wildlife habitats

Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25

The climate of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of temperature and precipitation patterns. Which of the following is NOT a climate zone in Nigeria?

A. Savanna

B. Tropical rainforest

C. Desert

Correct D. Temperate grassland

Correct Answer: D

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