POST UTME UNIBEN 2017 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's major rivers. Which river flows through the city of Kano?
A. Benue River
Correct B. Niger River
C. Kano River
D. Hadejia River

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
The economic activities of a region are influenced by its natural resources. Which of the following is NOT a natural resource?
A. Minerals
B. Water
C. Land
Correct D. Human Capital

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. What is the name of the process by which the river flows over a steep slope?
A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Solution
Correct D. Waterfall

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's major cities. Which city is located on the coast?
Correct A. Lagos
B. Kano
C. Abuja
D. Port Harcourt

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain. What is the name of the process by which the mountain is formed?
A. Volcanic Eruption
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
Correct D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
The savannas of Nigeria are characterized by a distinct wet and dry season. What is the primary reason for this seasonal variation?
A. Temperature variation
Correct B. Precipitation patterns
C. Altitude differences
D. Latitude variations

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A map of Nigeria shows the Niger Delta region as a major economic hub. What is the primary economic activity driving this region's growth?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil and gas production
D. Manufacturing

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The deforestation of the Nigerian rainforest has led to soil erosion and landslides. What is the primary cause of this environmental degradation?
A. Overgrazing
Correct B. Agricultural expansion
C. Urbanization
D. Industrial activities

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
A map of Nigeria shows the Benue Trough as a major geological feature. What is the primary type of rock formation found in this region?
A. Igneous rocks
Correct B. Sedimentary rocks
C. Metamorphic rocks
D. Volcanic rocks

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The Niger River is a major source of hydroelectric power in Nigeria. What is the primary reason for the river's high energy potential?
A. High water flow rates
B. Large catchment area
C. Steep gradient
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 11
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the climate. What is the primary factor that determines the type of vegetation in this belt?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. Calculate the population after 5 years, using the exponential growth formula.
A. 1000
B. 1100
C. 1200
Correct D. 1300

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
A rock sample is composed of 60% quartz, 20% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the percentage of mica in the sample?
A. 10%
Correct B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
A farmer is considering two different irrigation systems for his crops. System A uses a pump that consumes 10 kW of power, while System B uses a pump that consumes 20 kW of power. If the cost of electricity is ₦0.50 per kWh, what is the total cost of operating System A for 8 hours?
Correct A. ₦160
B. ₦320
C. ₦480
D. ₦640

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
A city has a population of 500,000 people, with an average household size of 4 people. If the city has 100,000 households, what is the population density of the city?
A. 500 people/km²
Correct B. 1000 people/km²
C. 2000 people/km²
D. 5000 people/km²

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The concept of 'threshold effect' in population studies refers to the idea that a certain level of environmental degradation must be reached before it has a significant impact on human health. Which of the following is an example of a threshold effect?
A. The relationship between population growth and resource depletion
Correct B. The impact of air pollution on respiratory health
C. The effect of climate change on global food production
D. The correlation between urbanization and crime rates

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following map projections is known for preserving angles and shapes?
A. Mercator projection
Correct B. Gall-Peters projection
C. Robinson projection
D. Azimuthal equidistant projection

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The process of plate tectonics involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere. Which of the following is an example of a type of plate boundary?
A. Divergent boundary
B. Convergent boundary
Correct C. Transform boundary
D. Hotspot

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The Earth's climate is influenced by several factors, including the amount of solar energy it receives. Which of the following is an example of a type of climate?
Correct A. Tropical climate
B. Temperate climate
C. Continental climate
D. Polar climate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals that an environment can support. Which of the following is an example of a factor that can affect carrying capacity?
A. Availability of food
B. Availability of water
C. Availability of shelter
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is known as _______.
A. Erosion
B. Weathering
C. Soilification
Correct D. Pedogenesis

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
A map scale of 1:50,000 means that 1 cm on the map represents _______ cm in real life.
A. 500
Correct B. 5000
C. 50
D. 50000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The savanna region of Nigeria is characterized by a dry season and a _______ season.
Correct A. wet
B. dry
C. hot
D. cold

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The Niger Delta is a region of _______ landforms, including deltas, estuaries, and mangrove swamps.
Correct A. flat
B. hilly
C. mountainous
D. undulating

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The main economic activity in the Niger Delta region is _______.
A. agriculture
B. fishing
Correct C. oil production
D. tourism

Correct Answer: C

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