POST UTME OAU 2023 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following is a result of tectonic uplift?
A. A valley
B. A mountain range
C. A plateau
D. A canyon
Question 2
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between population growth and economic development. What is the likely consequence of a rapid increase in population growth?
A. Increased economic growth
B. Decreased economic growth
C. No change in economic growth
D. Increased poverty
Question 3
The 'Economic Base Model' is a conceptual framework used to analyze the economic structure of a region. Which of the following is a characteristic of a region with a strong economic base?
A. A high level of economic diversification
B. A high level of economic specialization
C. A high level of economic growth
D. A high level of economic stability
Question 4
The 'Solar Constant' is a measure of the energy received from the Sun. What is the average value of the Solar Constant?
A. 100 W/m²
B. 1366 W/m²
C. 200 W/m²
D. 500 W/m²
Question 5
What is the primary factor controlling the distribution of vegetation in the Guinea savanna region of Nigeria?
A. Temperature
B. Precipitation
C. Soil type
D. Altitude
Question 6
The Earth's natural resources are essential for human survival. What is the primary source of freshwater on the planet?
A. Rivers
B. Lakes
C. Groundwater
D. Atmospheric water
Question 7
The concept of 'Environmental Impact Assessment' (EIA) is closely related to which of the following land-forming processes?
A. Glaciation
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
D. Deposition
Question 8
What is the main reason for the formation of the Niger Delta?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
C. Sedimentation and deposition
D. Weathering and erosion
Question 9
The economic concept of comparative advantage refers to the ability of a country to produce a good or service at a lower opportunity cost than another country. This concept was first introduced by:
A. Adam Smith
B. David Ricardo
C. Karl Marx
D. John Maynard Keynes
Question 10
The Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5°. What is the effect of this tilt on the distribution of solar radiation throughout the year?
A. Increased solar radiation in the summer months
B. Decreased solar radiation in the winter months
C. Uniform distribution of solar radiation throughout the year
D. Increased solar radiation in the equatorial regions
Question 11
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as a:
A. Conformal projection
B. Equidistant projection
C. Azimuthal projection
D. Cylindrical projection
Question 12
A company is considering investing in a new factory in a region with an abundance of coal reserves. What type of economic activity is this an example of?
A. Primary economic activity
B. Secondary economic activity
C. Tertiary economic activity
D. Quaternary economic activity
Question 13
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?
A. Mercator projection
B. Gall-Peters projection
C. Robinson projection
D. Azimuthal equidistant projection
Question 14
The 'Population Pyramid' is a graphical representation of the age structure of a population. Which of the following is a characteristic of a population with a high birth rate?
A. A narrow base and a wide top
B. A wide base and a narrow top
C. A symmetrical shape
D. A skewed shape
Question 15
In the context of Economic Geography, what is the primary function of the 'Resource Curse'?
A. To encourage foreign investment
B. To increase economic growth
C. To hinder economic development
D. To reduce poverty

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