POST UTME PAN-ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY 2017 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as a:
Correct A. Conic Projection
B. Azimuthal Projection
C. Cylindrical Projection
D. Gnomonic Projection

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments is known as:
Correct A. Mechanical Weathering
B. Chemical Weathering
C. Physical Weathering
D. Biological Weathering

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Identify the landform labeled 'A':
Correct A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Estuary

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The economic activity that involves the extraction of minerals from the earth is known as:
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between population density and economic development. Identify the type of relationship shown:
Correct A. Positive Correlation
B. Negative Correlation
C. Inverse Correlation
D. No Correlation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation belts in Nigeria. Which of the following vegetation belts is NOT found in the savanna region?
A. Tropical Rainforest
B. Desert
Correct C. Mountain
D. Mangrove

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The diagram below shows the process of soil formation. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of soil?
Correct A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Vegetation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The diagram below shows the distribution of population in Nigeria. What is the primary reason for the uneven distribution of population?
A. Climate
B. Economy
Correct C. Geography
D. Culture

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The diagram below shows the process of soil erosion. What is the primary factor responsible for soil erosion?
Correct A. Rainfall
B. Temperature
C. Vegetation
D. Human Activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The diagram below shows the distribution of climate in Nigeria. What is the primary factor responsible for the variation in climate?
Correct A. Latitude
B. Altitude
C. Ocean Currents
D. Wind Patterns

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
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 meander
B. A waterfall
Correct C. A delta
D. A lake

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The map below shows the distribution of different rock types in Nigeria. Which of the following rock types is NOT found in the Basement Complex?
A. Granite
Correct B. Shale
C. Basalt
D. Gneiss

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The diagram below shows the structure of the Earth's atmosphere. Which of the following layers is responsible for absorbing most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?
A. The troposphere
Correct B. The stratosphere
C. The mesosphere
D. The thermosphere

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The map below shows the distribution of different environmental issues in Nigeria. Which of the following issues is NOT a result of human activities?
A. Deforestation
B. Pollution
C. Climate change
Correct D. Soil erosion

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The diagram below shows the structure of a river delta. Which of the following features is NOT a result of the river's depositional activity?
A. A delta
B. A meander
Correct C. A waterfall
D. A lake

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to the formation of these waterways?
A. Tectonic uplift
Correct B. Weathering and erosion
C. Sea level changes
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The soil formation process in Nigeria is influenced by various factors. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
Correct C. Plate tectonics
D. Vegetation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The climate of Nigeria is characterized by a tropical savanna climate. Which of the following is a major feature of this climate type?
A. High levels of precipitation throughout the year
Correct B. A distinct wet and dry season
C. Low levels of precipitation throughout the year
D. A constant temperature throughout the year

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The vegetation of Nigeria is characterized by a variety of ecosystems. Which of the following is a major feature of the tropical rainforest ecosystem?
A. High levels of precipitation throughout the year
Correct B. A diverse array of plant and animal species
C. A dense canopy of trees
D. A lack of seasonal variation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The Niger River is a major river in Nigeria. Which of the following is a major feature of its drainage basin?
A. A large area of agricultural land
Correct B. A high level of precipitation throughout the year
C. A diverse array of plant and animal species
D. A lack of seasonal variation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The process of plate tectonics is responsible for the formation of which of the following landforms?
Correct A. Mountain ranges
B. Volcanic islands
C. Deltas
D. Fjords

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The concept of 'carrying capacity' is most relevant to which of the following environmental issues?
A. Climate change
B. Biodiversity loss
Correct C. Overpopulation
D. Pollution

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following processes is responsible for the formation of the delta?
Correct A. Deposition
B. Erosion
C. Tectonic uplift
D. Volcanic eruption

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a graph of population growth over time. Which of the following is a characteristic of the population growth curve?
A. Exponential growth
B. Linear growth
C. Logarithmic growth
Correct D. S-shaped growth

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The concept of 'entropy' is most relevant to which of the following environmental issues?
Correct A. Climate change
B. Biodiversity loss
C. Pollution
D. Waste management

Correct Answer: A

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