POST UTME OSUSTECH 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
Determine the type of vegetation belt that covers the region between 23.5°N and 23.5°S latitude, and explain its characteristics.
A. Tropical Rainforest
Correct B. Tropical Savanna
C. Temperate Rainforest
D. Temperate Grassland

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
Using the formula for the area of a circle, ( A = pi r^2 ), calculate the area of a circle with a radius of 5 cm. Round your answer to two decimal places.
Correct A. 78.54 cm^2
B. 78.54 m^2
C. 78.54 km^2
D. 78.54 mm^2

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
A population of 1000 people is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. Using the exponential growth formula, ( P = P_0 e^{rt} ), calculate the population after 5 years.
Correct A. 1638.62
B. 1638.62
C. 1638.62
D. 1638.62

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A map shows a river flowing through a valley. The river is 5 km wide and the valley is 10 km long. Using the formula for the area of a rectangle, ( A = l imes w ), calculate the area of the valley.
Correct A. 50 km^2
B. 50 km^2
C. 50 km^2
D. 50 km^2

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
Using the formula for the volume of a sphere, ( V = rac{4}{3} pi r^3 ), calculate the volume of a sphere with a radius of 2 cm. Round your answer to two decimal places.
Correct A. 33.51 cm^3
B. 33.51 m^3
C. 33.51 km^3
D. 33.51 mm^3

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosional activity?
A. A
B. B
Correct C. C
D. D

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The following table shows the distribution of population in Nigeria by region. What is the percentage of the population in the North-West region?
A. 10%
Correct B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
A firm is considering two locations for its new factory. Location A has a labor cost of ₦150,000 per month and a transportation cost of ₦20,000 per month. Location B has a labor cost of ₦120,000 per month and a transportation cost of ₦30,000 per month. If the firm's budget for labor and transportation is ₦250,000 per month, which location should it choose?
Correct A. Location A
B. Location B
C. Both locations are equally viable
D. Neither location is viable

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's vegetation zones. Which of the following zones is NOT a type of savanna?
A. A
B. B
Correct C. C
D. D

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The following table shows the prices of different types of cement in Nigeria. What is the price of a 50kg bag of OPC?
A. ₦2,500
Correct B. ₦3,000
C. ₦3,500
D. ₦4,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
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. Gall-Peters projection
B. Mercator projection
Correct C. Robinson projection
D. Azimuthal equidistant projection

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers. Which of the following layers is responsible for absorbing ultraviolet radiation?
A. Troposphere
Correct B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
A river's gradient is the rate at which its elevation changes over a given distance. Which of the following factors can affect a river's gradient?
A. Slope of the surrounding terrain
B. Amount of rainfall in the catchment area
C. Type of rocks in the river bed
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
A population pyramid is a graphical representation of a population's age and sex structure. Which of the following characteristics of a population pyramid can indicate a country's high standard of living?
Correct A. A broad base with a narrow top
B. A narrow base with a broad top
C. A symmetrical shape
D. An asymmetrical shape

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The Niger Delta is a major wetland ecosystem in Nigeria. Which of the following activities can contribute to the degradation of the Niger Delta?
Correct A. Oil exploration and extraction
B. Agricultural activities
C. Urbanization
D. Tourism development

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the climate. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of this vegetation belt?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A river's discharge is affected by the following factors: (i) precipitation, (ii) evaporation, (iii) infiltration, and (iv) runoff. Rank these factors in order of their relative importance in determining the river's discharge.
A. i, ii, iii, iv
B. i, iii, ii, iv
Correct C. i, iv, ii, iii
D. ii, i, iii, iv

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a soil profile. Identify the type of soil formation process that occurred in the region.
Correct A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Leaching

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
A company is considering the establishment of a new factory in a region. The region has a high population density and a strong demand for the product. However, the region also has a high level of air pollution. What is the most appropriate location for the factory, considering the environmental impact?
A. Urban area
B. Rural area
C. Industrial estate
Correct D. Ecological reserve

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
A population growth curve is represented by the equation ( P(t) = 2000e^{0.02t} ), where ( P(t) ) is the population at time ( t ) years. What is the rate of population growth at ( t = 10 ) years?
A. 40
B. 60
Correct C. 80
D. 100

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The Niger Delta region is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic factors. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor contributing to the region's economic importance?
A. Rich oil deposits
B. Strategic location for international trade
C. High population density
Correct D. Agricultural productivity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The Earth's climate is influenced by several factors, including the amount of solar energy it receives. What is the primary factor that determines the amount of solar energy the Earth receives?
A. Distance from the Sun
Correct B. Angle of the Earth's axis
C. Atmospheric composition
D. Ocean currents

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa, stretching over 4,100 kilometers. What is the primary reason for the river's meandering course?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Erosion by the river itself
C. Changes in sea level
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: B

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

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The Sahara Desert covers over 9,200,000 square kilometers, making it the largest hot desert in the world. What is the primary reason for the desert's extreme aridity?
A. Low precipitation rates
Correct B. High evaporation rates
C. Cold ocean currents
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: B

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