POST UTME RSU 2024 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to soil formation?
A. Geological processes
B. Climate
C. Vegetation
Correct D. Human activities

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
A diagram of a river profile is shown below. What is the name of the landform feature labeled 'A'?
A. River mouth
B. River bend
C. River delta
Correct D. River valley

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. What is the function of the organelle labeled 'X'?
A. Photosynthesis
Correct B. Respiration
C. Protein synthesis
D. Cell signaling

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. What is the name of the layer labeled 'C'?
A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
Correct C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a map of the world's population distribution. What is the name of the region labeled 'D'?
A. Asia
B. Africa
C. South America
Correct D. North America

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is an example of a _______ process.
A. mechanical
Correct B. chemical
C. biological
D. physical

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's course?
Correct A. meandering
B. straight
C. winding
D. braided

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The map below shows the location of the Niger Delta. Which of the following is a major economic activity in the region?
Correct A. fishing
B. agriculture
C. mining
D. tourism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn affects the _______ of weather systems.
A. pressure
B. temperature
C. humidity
Correct D. wind

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. Which of the following is a characteristic of the stratosphere?
A. high pressure
B. low pressure
C. high temperature
Correct D. low temperature

Correct Answer: D

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Question 11
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of a star in the sky due to the finite speed of light. What is the name of this phenomenon?
A. Asteroidal Parallax
Correct B. Stellar Parallax
C. Lunar Parallax
D. Planetary Parallax

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
A company is considering two locations for a new factory: Location A, which has a high labor cost but low transportation cost, and Location B, which has a low labor cost but high transportation cost. What is the name of the economic concept that helps to determine the optimal location?
A. Comparative Advantage
B. Opportunity Cost
C. Transportation Cost
Correct D. Location Quotient

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
A map shows a river flowing through a valley. What is the name of the process that occurs when the river erodes the valley?
A. Denudation
Correct B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Weathering

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
A rock sample is analyzed and found to have a high concentration of quartz and feldspar. What is the name of the rock type?
A. Igneous Rock
B. Sedimentary Rock
C. Metamorphic Rock
Correct D. Granite

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a high initial cost but will generate a steady stream of revenue over time. What is the name of the economic concept that helps to determine the optimal investment decision?
Correct A. Time Value of Money
B. Opportunity Cost
C. Risk Premium
D. Expected Return

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt known as the 'Sudan Savanna'. Which of the following climate factors is primarily responsible for the formation of this belt?
A. High temperatures and low precipitation
B. High precipitation and low temperatures
Correct C. Seasonal variation in temperature and precipitation
D. Low temperatures and high precipitation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
A map of the Niger Delta region shows a network of distributaries and distributary channels. What is the primary reason for the formation of these channels?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Erosion by the Niger River
C. Deposition of sediment
D. Human activities

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The concept of 'carrying capacity' is often used in the context of population studies. What does this term refer to?
Correct A. The maximum population size that an environment can support
B. The rate at which a population grows
C. The age structure of a population
D. The sex ratio of a population

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The process of 'weathering' is an important aspect of landscape evolution. What is the primary mechanism of chemical weathering?
A. Oxidation of minerals
Correct B. Hydrolysis of minerals
C. Mechanical breakdown of rocks
D. Biological activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The concept of 'urban sprawl' is often associated with the growth of cities. What is the primary cause of urban sprawl?
A. Rapid population growth
Correct B. Lack of planning and regulation
C. Economic development
D. Environmental degradation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
Correct C. Human activity
D. Biological activity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A map is a representation of the Earth's surface. Which of the following is a characteristic of a topographic map?
A. It shows the location of cities and roads
Correct B. It shows the elevation of landforms
C. It shows the climate of an area
D. It shows the vegetation of an area

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The Earth's surface is composed of several types of rocks, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Which of the following is a characteristic of igneous rocks?
Correct A. They are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma
B. They are formed from the compression of sediments
C. They are formed from the alteration of existing rocks
D. They are formed from the erosion of landforms

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The solar system is composed of several planets, dwarf planets, and other celestial bodies. Which of the following is a characteristic of the planet Mars?
A. It has a thick atmosphere
Correct B. It has a thin atmosphere
C. It has a large moon
D. It has a ring system

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The process of erosion involves the removal of soil and rock from the Earth's surface. Which of the following is a type of erosion?
A. Weathering
Correct B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: B

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