POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A company is considering the construction of a new factory in a region with high levels of soil erosion. What is the primary environmental impact of this construction?
A. Increased soil fertility
B. Decreased soil erosion
C. Increased greenhouse gas emissions
D. Decreased water pollution
Question 2
A farmer is cultivating a rectangular field with an area of 1200 square meters. If the length of the field is 20 meters more than the width, what is the width of the field?
A. 30 meters
B. 40 meters
C. 50 meters
D. 60 meters
Question 3
A map of Nigeria shows a region with a high concentration of population and economic activity. What type of economic activity is most likely to be associated with this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Services
Question 4
The diagram below illustrates the formation of a tropical rainforest. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of this type of vegetation?
A. High levels of rainfall
B. Dense canopy
C. Presence of carnivorous plants
D. Presence of epiphytes
Question 5
A soil profile shows a distinct layer of clay at a depth of 20 cm. What is the primary reason for the formation of this clay layer?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Compaction
Question 6
A rock sample is analyzed and found to have a density of 2.5 g/cm^3. What is the rock type?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated
Question 7
A soil sample is collected from a region with a high concentration of calcium carbonate. What is the likely effect of this on the soil's pH level?
A. Increased pH due to calcium carbonate's alkaline nature
B. Decreased pH due to calcium carbonate's acidic nature
C. No significant effect on pH
D. Variable pH depending on other soil components
Question 8
The Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5°. What is the primary effect of this tilt on the planet's climate?
A. Increased temperature difference between equator and poles
B. Uniform temperature distribution across the globe
C. Reduced precipitation in tropical regions
D. Enhanced atmospheric circulation patterns
Question 9
A region experiences a prolonged drought, leading to a significant decrease in vegetation cover. What is the likely effect on the local climate?
A. Increased temperature due to reduced evapotranspiration
B. Decreased temperature due to reduced solar radiation
C. No significant effect on temperature
D. Variable temperature depending on other climate factors
Question 10
The Earth's magnetic field is generated by the movement of molten iron in the outer core. What is the primary effect of the Earth's magnetic field on the atmosphere?
A. Protecting the atmosphere from solar radiation
B. Creating high and low-pressure systems
C. Influencing global atmospheric circulation patterns
D. Regulating the Earth's temperature
Question 11
The diagram below illustrates the water cycle. Which of the following is NOT a part of the water cycle?
A. Runoff
B. Infiltration
C. Evaporation
D. Transpiration
Question 12
A company is implementing a new waste management system. Which of the following environmental indicators would be most relevant in evaluating the system's effectiveness?
A. Carbon Footprint
B. Water Pollution Index
C. Waste Reduction Rate
D. Air Quality Index
Question 13
The diagram below shows the formation of a deltaic deposit. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of this deposit?
A. Deposition
B. Erosion
C. Weathering
D. Plate Tectonics
Question 14
A map scale is a ratio of the distance on the map to the corresponding distance on the ground. What is the purpose of a map scale?
A. To show the location of features on the map
B. To measure the distance between features on the map
C. To determine the scale of the map
D. To identify the orientation of the map
Question 15
A company is considering investing in a new project that requires a significant amount of water. Which of the following economic indicators would be most relevant in determining the project's viability?
A. Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
B. Inflation Rate
C. Water Availability Index
D. Unemployment Rate

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