POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic geography features. What is the primary reason for the high level of soil erosion in this region?
Correct A. High population density and intensive agriculture
B. Heavy rainfall and poor drainage
C. Coastal erosion and saltwater intrusion
D. Geological instability and tectonic activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A recent study on the environmental impact of oil spills in the Niger Delta region found that the primary cause of soil contamination was the use of crude oil as a lubricant in the oil extraction process. What is the most likely effect of this contamination on the local ecosystem?
Correct A. The death of local plant species and the disruption of the food chain
B. The increase in local animal populations and the spread of disease
C. The reduction in soil fertility and the decrease in crop yields
D. The increase in water pollution and the contamination of aquatic life

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The population of Lagos State has been growing rapidly over the past decade, with a projected increase of 50% by the year 2030. What is the most likely consequence of this population growth on the local infrastructure?
Correct A. An increase in the demand for housing and a shortage of affordable options
B. A decrease in the quality of life and an increase in poverty rates
C. An increase in the number of jobs available and an improvement in the local economy
D. A decrease in the number of cars on the road and an improvement in traffic flow

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The Niger River is the primary source of freshwater for the people of Nigeria. What is the most likely effect of a drought on the river's flow and the surrounding ecosystem?
Correct A. A decrease in the river's flow and a reduction in the surrounding vegetation
B. An increase in the river's flow and an increase in the surrounding vegetation
C. A decrease in the river's flow and an increase in the surrounding vegetation
D. An increase in the river's flow and a decrease in the surrounding vegetation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The Nigerian government has implemented a number of policies aimed at reducing the country's reliance on fossil fuels and increasing the use of renewable energy sources. What is the most likely effect of this shift on the local economy?
Correct A. An increase in the number of jobs available in the renewable energy sector
B. A decrease in the cost of living and an improvement in the standard of living
C. An increase in the cost of living and a decrease in the standard of living
D. A decrease in the number of cars on the road and an improvement in traffic flow

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global climate patterns. What is the primary mechanism by which the Coriolis effect affects climate?
A. Deflection of high and low-pressure systems
B. Formation of ocean currents
C. Precipitation patterns
Correct D. Global wind patterns

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. What is the primary advantage of the Mercator projection?
A. It preserves angles and shapes
B. It preserves distances and areas
C. It is easy to draw and understand
Correct D. It is suitable for navigation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The process of soil erosion can be described by the equation ( rac{dS}{dt} = -kS ), where S is the amount of soil and k is the erosion rate. What is the solution to this differential equation?
Correct A. S(t) = S0e^(-kt)
B. S(t) = S0 + kt
C. S(t) = S0 - kt
D. S(t) = S0e^(kt)

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A population growth model can be described by the logistic equation ( rac{dP}{dt} = rP(1 - \frac{P}{K}) ), where P is the population size, r is the growth rate, and K is the carrying capacity. What is the equilibrium point of this equation?
A. P = 0
Correct B. P = K
C. P = r
D. P = K - r

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
A map shows a region with a high population density. What is the most likely reason for this high population density?
A. High birth rate
Correct B. Low death rate
C. Good access to healthcare
D. High standard of living

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
What is the primary factor controlling the distribution of vegetation in Nigeria?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Soil Type
D. Topography

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The Niger Delta is an example of a _______________ delta.
Correct A. Distributary
B. Tributary
C. Distributary-Tributary
D. Riverine

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The Jos Plateau is an example of a _______________ landform.
A. Volcanic
Correct B. Plutonic
C. Volcanic-Plutonic
D. Folding

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The Niger River is an example of a _______________ river.
Correct A. Perennial
B. Ephemeral
C. Tidal
D. Glacial

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The Benue Trough is an example of a _______________ structure.
Correct A. Fold
B. Fault
C. Volcano
D. Dome

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is known as _______
A. Mechanical weathering
Correct B. Chemical weathering
C. Biological weathering
D. Erosion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of approximately ______% nitrogen and ______% oxygen
Correct A. 78% and 21%
B. 21% and 78%
C. 50% and 50%
D. 90% and 10%

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The population of Lagos State is expected to reach ______ million by the year 2030
A. 25
B. 30
Correct C. 35
D. 40

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The major economic activity in the Niger Delta region is _______
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Petroleum refining
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The process of plate tectonics involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere in _______
Correct A. Horizontal and vertical
B. Horizontal only
C. Vertical only
D. Circular motion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The population growth rate of a city is 3.5% per annum. If the current population is 500,000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 525,000
B. 550,000
Correct C. 575,000
D. 600,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A map shows the location of a river as flowing through a valley. Which of the following landforms is most likely to be associated with the river?
A. Delta
Correct B. Meander
C. Oxbow Lake
D. Canyon

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a rock formation. What type of rock is most likely to be formed through the process shown?
A. Igneous
Correct B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's vegetation zones. Which of the following regions is most likely to be associated with the Guinea savanna?
A. North-Central
B. North-East
Correct C. North-West
D. South-West

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. What type of landform is most likely to be formed through the process shown?
Correct A. Delta
B. Meander
C. Oxbow Lake
D. Canyon

Correct Answer: A

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