POST UTME VERITAS UNIVERSITY 2022 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'population density' is often used to describe the distribution of people in a given area. What is the formula for calculating population density?
A. ( \text{Population Density} = \frac{\text{Population}}{\text{Area}}
B. ( \text{Population Density} = \frac{\text{Area}}{\text{Population}}
C. ( \text{Population Density} = \text{Population} \times \text{Area}
D. ( \text{Population Density} = \frac{\text{Population}}{\text{Area}} \times \text{Time}
Question 2
A river's meandering pattern is influenced by the interaction of which two factors?
A. Sediment load and water velocity
B. Tributary input and channel slope
C. Bank erosion and vegetation growth
D. Tectonic activity and climate change
Question 3
The Niger Delta is a classic example of which type of coastal landform?
A. A spit
B. A bar
C. A delta
D. A beach
Question 4
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 121,000
B. 110,000
C. 105,000
D. 115,000
Question 5
A map scale is 1:50,000. If the distance between two points on the map is 5 cm, what is the actual distance between the two points in meters?
A. 100 m
B. 500 m
C. 1000 m
D. 5000 m
Question 6
The process of weathering and erosion is responsible for the formation of which of the following landforms?
A. Canyons
B. Deltas
C. Valleys
D. Plateaus
Question 7
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of approximately 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, and 1% other gases. What is the percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere?
A. 20%
B. 21%
C. 22%
D. 23%
Question 8
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which influences global climate patterns. What is the primary effect of the Coriolis force on global climate?
A. It causes global warming
B. It causes regional cooling
C. It influences global wind patterns
D. It has no effect on global climate
Question 9
The Benue Trough is a major geological feature in Nigeria. What type of rocks are primarily found in this region?
A. Igneous and Sedimentary
B. Metamorphic and Sedimentary
C. Igneous and Metamorphic
D. Sedimentary and Metamorphic
Question 10
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa. What is the primary source of the Niger River?
A. Guinea Highlands
B. Cameroon Highlands
C. Nigerian Highlands
D. Senegalese Highlands
Question 11
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences the formation of high and low-pressure systems. What is the primary factor that determines the direction of the Coriolis effect in the Northern Hemisphere?
A. The Earth's rotation
B. The rotation of the atmosphere
C. The movement of air masses
D. The interaction between the atmosphere and the oceans
Question 12
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. What is the expected rate of population growth per annum?
A. 2.5%
B. 3.5%
C. 4.5%
D. 5.5%
Question 13
In a population pyramid, what is the term for the age group that is typically characterized by a large number of individuals, often in their reproductive years?
A. Dependent population
B. Working-age population
C. Dependent population
D. Elderly population
Question 14
A river with a high gradient and a narrow valley is likely to have which of the following landforms at its mouth?
A. A delta
B. A fan
C. A spit
D. A bar
Question 15
The Niger Delta is a region of Nigeria characterized by a diverse range of ecosystems, including mangrove forests, salt marshes, and freshwater swamps. What is the primary economic activity in this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Fishing
C. Oil production
D. Tourism

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