POST UTME NOUN 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
Determine the type of soil formation process that occurs when a layer of sedimentary rock is subjected to intense weathering, resulting in the formation of a new soil profile.
A. Mechanical weathering
Correct B. Chemical weathering
C. Biological weathering
D. Erosion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A river flows through a narrow gorge, cutting through a layer of hard rock. What type of land-forming process is occurring?
Correct A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Weathering
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
A farmer notices that the soil in his field is becoming increasingly saline. What type of environmental issue is he experiencing?
A. Soil erosion
Correct B. Soil salinization
C. Soil pollution
D. Soil compaction

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
A geologist is studying the formation of a mountain range. What type of land-forming process is occurring?
A. Volcanic activity
Correct B. Plate tectonics
C. Weathering
D. Erosion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
A city is experiencing rapid population growth, leading to increased demand for housing and infrastructure. What type of environmental issue is the city experiencing?
Correct A. Urban sprawl
B. Air pollution
C. Water pollution
D. Soil pollution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
In the context of Economic Geography, what is the primary factor that determines the location of a manufacturing industry?
A. Transportation costs
Correct B. Availability of raw materials
C. Labor costs
D. Market demand

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A map shows the distribution of population density in Nigeria. Which of the following is a characteristic of the population distribution in the northern region?
A. High population density
Correct B. Low population density
C. Uniform population distribution
D. Rapid population growth

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
A diagram shows the water cycle. What is the process by which water is transferred from the atmosphere to the ground?
Correct A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A graph shows the relationship between the amount of fertilizer used and crop yield. What is the independent variable in this relationship?
Correct A. Fertilizer amount
B. Crop yield
C. Time
D. Temperature

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
A map shows the distribution of natural resources in Nigeria. Which of the following is a characteristic of the distribution of oil reserves in the country?
Correct A. High concentration in the north
B. Low concentration in the south
C. Uniform distribution across the country
D. Rapid depletion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences the formation of weather patterns. However, the Coriolis effect is most pronounced in regions with high latitudes. What is the primary reason for this phenomenon?
A. The Earth's rotation is slower at high latitudes.
B. The Coriolis effect is amplified by the Earth's slightly ellipsoidal shape.
Correct C. The rotation of the Earth causes the Coriolis effect, which is most pronounced in regions with high latitudes.
D. The Coriolis effect is influenced by the Earth's slightly ellipsoidal shape and the rotation of the Earth.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. What is the primary reason for the formation of this delta?
Correct A. The river's sediment load is high.
B. The river's velocity is low.
C. The river's discharge is high.
D. The river's gradient is steep.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a simple harmonic motion. What is the primary reason for the oscillations in this motion?
Correct A. The spring's elasticity is high.
B. The mass's velocity is high.
C. The spring's displacement is high.
D. The mass's acceleration is high.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a simple economic graph. What is the primary reason for the upward trend in this graph?
Correct A. The demand for the good is high.
B. The supply of the good is low.
C. The price of the good is high.
D. The income of consumers is high.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a simple ecosystem. What is the primary reason for the balance in this ecosystem?
A. The predator's population is high.
Correct B. The prey's population is low.
C. The predator's efficiency is high.
D. The prey's reproduction rate is high.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The concept of 'Environmental Kuznets Curve' (EKC) suggests that as a country's GDP per capita increases, environmental degradation initially worsens before improving. Which of the following is a key factor contributing to this phenomenon?
A. Increased government regulations and enforcement
Correct B. Rising income levels leading to increased environmental awareness
C. Technological advancements in pollution control
D. Growing global trade and economic interdependence

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers, creeks, and wetlands. Which of the following is a primary factor contributing to the region's high level of biodiversity?
A. The presence of mangrove forests
B. The high level of rainfall and flooding
Correct C. The presence of brackish and freshwater habitats
D. The region's geology and soil composition

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The concept of 'Climate Change' refers to long-term changes in the Earth's climate. Which of the following is a primary cause of climate change?
A. Human activities such as deforestation and land-use changes
B. Natural factors such as volcanic eruptions and changes in Earth's orbit
Correct C. The release of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and methane
D. Changes in the Earth's magnetic field

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The concept of 'Vegetation Belts' refers to the different types of vegetation found in different regions of the world. Which of the following is a primary characteristic of the Tropical Rainforest Vegetation Belt?
Correct A. High levels of rainfall and temperature
B. Low levels of rainfall and temperature
C. High levels of rainfall and low temperatures
D. Low levels of rainfall and high temperatures

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The concept of 'Map Reading and Interpretation' refers to the ability to read and understand maps. Which of the following is a primary skill required for map reading and interpretation?
Correct A. The ability to identify and understand map symbols and legends
B. The ability to calculate distances and scales
C. The ability to identify and understand map projections and coordinate systems
D. The ability to identify and understand map themes and data

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Erosion and sedimentation
C. Volcanic activity
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral resources. What is the primary mineral resource found in this region?
A. Coal
Correct B. Iron ore
C. Copper
D. Gold

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The Benue Trough is a region of Nigeria characterized by a series of faults and folds. What is the primary reason for this geological feature?
Correct A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
C. Erosion and sedimentation
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. What is the primary factor contributing to this rapid population growth?
Correct A. High birth rate
B. Low death rate
C. Urbanization
D. Migration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The Niger River is the longest river in Nigeria, stretching over 4,100 km. What is the primary reason for its length?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Erosion and sedimentation
C. Volcanic activity
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: B

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