POST UTME AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY 2019 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 primary factor in soil formation?
A. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
Correct D. Gravity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The diagram below shows the cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Valley
B. Plateau
C. Mountain
D. Hill

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The climate of Nigeria can be broadly classified into two main types: tropical and savanna. Which of the following regions in Nigeria has a tropical climate?
A. North-East
B. North-West
Correct C. South-East
D. South-West

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a soil profile. What is the name of the layer labeled 'B'?
A. Topsoil
Correct B. Subsoil
C. Regolith
D. Bedrock

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The Earth's rotation causes the following phenomenon:
A. Tides
B. Seasons
Correct C. Day and Night
D. Weather Patterns

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Weathering and erosion
Correct C. Deposition and sedimentation
D. Human activities

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
A rock sample from the Jos Plateau has a composition of 50% quartz, 30% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the likely origin of this rock?
A. Igneous rock
B. Sedimentary rock
Correct C. Metamorphic rock
D. Hydrothermal rock

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The population of Lagos State has been growing at an average rate of 4% per annum. If the current population is 20 million, what will be the population in 5 years?
A. 24,000,000
B. 25,600,000
Correct C. 26,400,000
D. 27,200,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The soil in the savanna region of Nigeria is characterized by a high pH value. What is the likely effect of this on the soil's fertility?
A. Increased fertility
Correct B. Decreased fertility
C. No effect on fertility
D. Increased risk of erosion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The climate of the Sahel region of Nigeria is characterized by a long dry season. What is the likely effect of this on the vegetation in the region?
A. Increased vegetation cover
Correct B. Decreased vegetation cover
C. No effect on vegetation cover
D. Increased risk of desertification

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
In a population pyramid, what is the term for the age group that is typically characterized by a large number of individuals, often with a high birth rate?
A. Dependent population
Correct B. Working-age population
C. Dependent population
D. Elderly population

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
What is the primary factor that determines the type of economic activity that can be supported by a region?
Correct A. Availability of natural resources
B. Climate and geography
C. Availability of natural resources
D. Government policies

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
What is the term for the process by which a rock is broken down into smaller fragments through exposure to wind, water, and ice?
Correct A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Weathering
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
What is the term for the process by which a map is created using a combination of satellite imagery and GPS data?
Correct A. Geographic Information System (GIS)
B. Remote Sensing
C. Geographic Information System (GIS)
D. Cartography

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
What is the term for the process by which a population adapts to its environment through genetic changes?
Correct A. Natural selection
B. Genetic drift
C. Natural selection
D. Gene flow

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments through the action of ice is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
Correct C. Freeze-thaw weathering
D. Abrasion

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a delta. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of this type of landform?
A. It is formed by the deposition of sediment
B. It is a type of coastal landform
C. It is a type of river landform
Correct D. It is a type of mountain landform

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The map below shows the location of the Niger Delta. Which of the following cities is NOT located within the Niger Delta?
A. Port Harcourt
B. Lagos
Correct C. Abuja
D. Calabar

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The diagram below shows a simple economic model. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of model?
A. It is used to model the behavior of consumers
B. It is used to model the behavior of producers
Correct C. It is used to model the behavior of both consumers and producers
D. It is used to model the behavior of the government

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a simple geological map. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of map?
A. It is used to show the location of different rock types
Correct B. It is used to show the location of different geological features
C. It is used to show the location of different faults
D. It is used to show the location of different minerals

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support. Which of the following factors is NOT a determinant of carrying capacity?
A. Availability of food
B. Predation pressure
C. Climate change
Correct D. Technological advancements

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
In the context of environmental issues and management, what is the primary goal of the 'polluter pays principle'?
A. To reduce pollution
B. To increase waste management
Correct C. To make polluters responsible for environmental damage
D. To promote sustainable development

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The diagram below shows the water cycle. What is the process labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The concept of 'urban sprawl' refers to the rapid expansion of cities into surrounding rural areas. What are the primary causes of urban sprawl?
A. Population growth and migration
B. Technological advancements and transportation
C. Government policies and zoning regulations
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. What is the process labeled 'B'?
A. Erosion
Correct B. Deposition
C. Meandering
D. Cutting

Correct Answer: B

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