POST UTME OSUSTECH 2023 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'Urban Sprawl' is often associated with the growth of cities in developing countries. What is the primary factor responsible for this phenomenon?
A. Rapid population growth
B. Lack of effective urban planning
C. Increased accessibility to transportation
D. Higher income levels
Question 2
A rock sample is composed of 60% quartz, 20% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the percentage of the rock sample that is composed of minerals other than quartz and feldspar?
A. 20%
B. 30%
C. 40%
D. 50%
Question 3
A company is planning to establish a new factory in Nigeria. The factory will produce textiles. Which of the following locations would be most suitable for the factory?
A. Agricultural zone
B. Industrial zone
C. Tourist zone
D. Residential zone
Question 4
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesosphere. Which of the following processes occurs in the stratosphere?
A. Ozone depletion
B. Ozone formation
C. Atmospheric circulation
D. Weathering
Question 5
In a population pyramid, the base represents the proportion of the population in the age group 0-14, while the top represents the proportion of the population in the age group 65 and above. What is the implication of a narrow base and a wide top in a population pyramid?
A. A high fertility rate and a low life expectancy
B. A low fertility rate and a high life expectancy
C. A high mortality rate and a low life expectancy
D. A low mortality rate and a high life expectancy
Question 6
A river's discharge is affected by its slope, which in turn is influenced by the surrounding landscape. What is the primary factor that determines the slope of a river?
A. Tributary junctions
B. Waterfall
C. River length
D. Base level
Question 7
A map shows a region with a high population density. What is the most likely reason for this?
A. High birth rate
B. Low death rate
C. Good transportation network
D. Agricultural activities
Question 8
What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's climate system?
A. Solar energy
B. Geothermal energy
C. Wind energy
D. Hydro energy
Question 9
A company is planning to establish a new factory in a region with a high concentration of natural resources. Using the concept of location quotient, calculate the location quotient for the region, assuming the following data: Regional GDP = ₦100 billion, Regional GDP per capita = ₦500,000, National GDP = ₦500 billion, National GDP per capita = ₦200,000.
A. The location quotient is 0.5.
B. The location quotient is 1.0.
C. The location quotient is 1.5.
D. The location quotient is 2.0.
Question 10
A country is heavily reliant on the export of a single commodity. What is the primary economic risk associated with this situation?
A. Price volatility
B. Supply chain disruption
C. Market saturation
D. Currency fluctuation
Question 11
A region is characterized by a humid subtropical climate. What is the primary vegetation type associated with this climate?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Temperate deciduous forest
C. Grassland
D. Mediterranean scrub
Question 12
A city has a population of 500,000 and a growth rate of 2% per annum. What is the population after 5 years?
A. 550,000
B. 600,000
C. 650,000
D. 700,000
Question 13
A map shows a river flowing through a valley. What is the likely reason for the river's course?
A. The river flows through a region of high elevation
B. The river flows through a region of low elevation
C. The river flows through a region of high precipitation
D. The river flows through a region of low precipitation
Question 14
The map below shows the distribution of a particular economic activity in Nigeria. What is the name of the economic activity represented by the shaded area?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism
Question 15
A population of 1000 individuals is distributed across a region with a mean density of 10 persons per square kilometer. If the population grows at an annual rate of 2%, calculate the carrying capacity of the region, assuming a logistic growth model.
A. The carrying capacity is 1500 individuals.
B. The carrying capacity is 2000 individuals.
C. The carrying capacity is 2500 individuals.
D. The carrying capacity is 3000 individuals.

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