POST UTME UI 2017 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of soil formation, what is the primary role of the B horizon in the soil profile?
A. To store water and nutrients
B. To act as a barrier to root growth
C. To facilitate the movement of ions and water
D. To provide a habitat for microorganisms
Question 2
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
A. Valley
B. Plateau
C. Hill
D. Mountain
Question 3
The population of a city is increasing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 115,000
C. 120,000
D. 125,000
Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following landforms is NOT typically found in a river delta?
A. Delta
B. Oxbow lake
C. Deltaic plain
D. Glacier
Question 5
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. What is the name of the state labeled 'B'?
A. Lagos
B. Ogun
C. Oyo
D. Osun
Question 6
A resource is a substance or energy that can be used to satisfy human needs. Which of the following is a type of renewable resource?
A. Oil
B. Natural gas
C. Coal
D. Solar energy
Question 7
A soil profile consists of 30% sand, 40% silt, and 30% clay. What is the texture of this soil?
A. Sandy Loam
B. Silty Clay
C. Clay Loam
D. Sandy Clay
Question 8
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following is a characteristic of a Mercator projection?
A. It preserves angles
B. It preserves shapes
C. It preserves distances
D. It preserves areas
Question 9
The concept of 'globalization' in economic geography refers to the increasing interconnectedness of the world's economies. Which of the following best describes the impact of globalization on local economies?
A. Increased economic growth, job creation, and poverty reduction
B. Decreased economic growth, job loss, and poverty increase
C. No significant impact on local economies
D. Increased economic inequality and social unrest
Question 10
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following processes is responsible for the formation of the delta?
A. Tectonic uplift
B. River deposition
C. Sea level rise
D. Glacial erosion
Question 11
The process of soil formation from rocks is known as:
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Pedogenesis
Question 12
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta. Which of the following cities is NOT located in the Niger Delta?
A. Port Harcourt
B. Lagos
C. Benin City
D. Kano
Question 13
The concept of 'sustainable agriculture' in environmental management refers to the practice of producing food in a way that minimizes harm to the environment. Which of the following best describes the key principles of sustainable agriculture?
A. Crop rotation, composting, and integrated pest management
B. Monoculture, chemical fertilizers, and irrigation
C. Organic farming, permaculture, and agroforestry
D. Genetic modification, biotechnology, and precision agriculture
Question 14
The equation of a straight line is given by ( y = 2x + 3 ). What is the slope of the line?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Question 15
A river has a discharge of 100 cubic meters per second. If the river flows for 8 hours per day, what is the total volume of water discharged per day?
A. 800,000 cubic meters
B. 1,000,000 cubic meters
C. 1,200,000 cubic meters
D. 1,600,000 cubic meters

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