POST UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY 2022 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the likely reason for the formation of the meandering channel?
Correct A. Erosion by the river
B. Deposition of sediment
C. Tectonic uplift
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. What is the population after 5 years?
A. 1500
B. 2000
C. 2500
Correct D. 3000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a map of a region with different climate zones. What is the likely reason for the formation of the tropical rainforest?
Correct A. High temperatures and high humidity
B. Low temperatures and low humidity
C. High altitudes and low temperatures
D. Low altitudes and high temperatures

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A rock sample has a density of 2.5 g/cm^3. What is the volume of the rock sample if its mass is 50 g?
A. 20 cm^3
Correct B. 25 cm^3
C. 30 cm^3
D. 35 cm^3

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a graph of population growth over time. What is the likely reason for the decline in population?
A. High birth rates and low death rates
B. Low birth rates and high death rates
Correct C. High death rates and low birth rates
D. Low death rates and high birth rates

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of the Niger Delta's unique sedimentary landscape?
A. Tectonic uplift
Correct B. Riverine deposition
C. Wave action
D. Sea level changes

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A study on the impact of climate change on vegetation belts in West Africa reveals a significant shift in the savanna-forest boundary. What is the most likely cause of this shift?
A. Increased rainfall
B. Decreased temperature
Correct C. Changes in atmospheric CO2 levels
D. Shift in global wind patterns

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
A researcher is studying the relationship between population growth and urbanization in Nigeria. What is the most appropriate statistical method to use for this study?
Correct A. Regression analysis
B. Time series analysis
C. Correlation analysis
D. Factor analysis

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A geologist is studying the formation of a specific type of rock in the Nigerian Basement Complex. What is the most likely process responsible for its formation?
Correct A. Metamorphism
B. Igneous intrusion
C. Weathering and erosion
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
A hydrologist is studying the impact of deforestation on water yield in a Nigerian catchment area. What is the most likely effect of deforestation on water yield?
A. Increased water yield
Correct B. Decreased water yield
C. No change in water yield
D. Variable water yield

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The savannas of Nigeria are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the country's tropical climate. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of this vegetation belt?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Soil Type
D. Topography

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. What is the primary economic activity that drives the region's economy?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
Correct D. Petroleum

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
The Benue Trough is a major geological feature in Nigeria, characterized by a series of faults and folds. What is the primary mechanism responsible for the formation of this geological feature?
A. Tectonic Uplift
B. Volcanic Activity
C. Weathering and Erosion
Correct D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The Ogun River is a major watercourse in Nigeria, with significant economic and environmental importance. What is the primary human impact on the river's ecosystem?
Correct A. Pollution
B. Overfishing
C. Deforestation
D. Land Degradation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The Jos Plateau is a major agricultural region in Nigeria, with significant economic importance. What is the primary crop grown in the region?
A. Maize
Correct B. Sorghum
C. Cowpea
D. Cassava

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a factor in soil formation?
A. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
Correct D. Gravity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
A map scale is a representation of the relationship between the distance on a map and the corresponding distance on the ground. If a map scale is 1:50,000, what is the ratio of the distance on the map to the distance on the ground?
A. 1:10,000
Correct B. 1:50,000
C. 1:100,000
D. 1:200,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The Niger Delta is a region of Nigeria known for its rich oil reserves. Which of the following is a major economic activity in the Niger Delta?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil and Gas
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The process of soil erosion involves the removal of soil particles from one location to another. Which of the following is a major cause of soil erosion?
Correct A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Urbanization
D. Climate Change

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
A diagram of the Earth's solar system shows the relative positions of the planets. Which of the following planets is NOT a terrestrial planet?
A. Mercury
B. Venus
C. Mars
Correct D. Jupiter

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
What is the primary factor controlling the distribution of vegetation in Nigeria?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Soil Type
D. Topography

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
What is the main economic activity in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil and Gas
D. Manufacturing

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
What is the name of the climate belt that covers the savannas of Nigeria?
A. Tropical Rainforest
Correct B. Savanna
C. Desert
D. Temperate Grassland

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
What is the main cause of soil erosion in Nigeria?
Correct A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Urbanization
D. Climate Change

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
What is the name of the environmental issue that affects the Ogun River in Nigeria?
Correct A. Pollution
B. Overfishing
C. Habitat Destruction
D. Climate Change

Correct Answer: A

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