POST UTME BELLS UNIVERSITY 2022 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A firm in the manufacturing sector is considering relocating its production facility from a densely populated urban area to a less populated rural area. What are the potential economic benefits of this relocation?
A. Lower labor costs and reduced competition
B. Increased access to raw materials and reduced transportation costs
C. Improved quality of life for employees and reduced turnover
D. All of the above
Question 2
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation pattern. What is the primary factor responsible for this pattern?
A. Rainfall
B. Temperature
C. Soil type
D. Human activities
Question 3
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the price of a commodity and its quantity demanded. What is the name of the phenomenon shown by the graph?
A. Law of demand
B. Law of supply
C. Giffen good
D. Income effect
Question 4
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa, stretching over 4,100 km. What is the primary reason for its length?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Erosion and sedimentation
C. Human activities
D. Climate change
Question 5
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. What is the name of the feature labeled 'A'?
A. Meander
B. Oxbow lake
C. Delta
D. Estuary
Question 6
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the concentration of a solution and the volume of solvent added. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of graph?
A. It is a type of linear graph
B. It is a type of non-linear graph
C. It is a type of exponential graph
D. It is a type of logarithmic graph
Question 7
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water within the rock's pores is known as
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering
Question 8
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals that a given environment can sustainably support. Which of the following factors would most likely influence the carrying capacity of a desert ecosystem?
A. Availability of water
B. Temperature fluctuations
C. Predator-prey dynamics
D. Soil quality
Question 9
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a delta. Which of the following is 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 formed by the erosion of a river
D. It is a type of mountain landform
Question 10
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and atmospheric pressure. What type of weather phenomenon is associated with the decrease in atmospheric pressure?
A. High pressure
B. Low pressure
C. Frontal precipitation
D. Thunderstorm
Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
A. Meander
B. Oxbow lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain
Question 12
The concept of 'urban sprawl' refers to the uncontrolled expansion of cities into surrounding rural areas. Which of the following is a characteristic of urban sprawl?
A. High population density
B. Low population density
C. Mixed land use
D. Single-family homes
Question 13
A river's discharge is affected by factors such as precipitation, evaporation, and infiltration. Which of the following would most likely increase a river's discharge?
A. Increased evaporation
B. Decreased precipitation
C. Increased infiltration
D. Increased runoff
Question 14
The 'water cycle' refers to the continuous process by which water is circulated between the Earth's oceans, atmosphere, and land. Which of the following is a stage of the water cycle?
A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff
Question 15
A soil profile consists of the following layers: O, A, B, and C. Which of the following is the primary function of the B horizon?
A. To store water and nutrients
B. To provide a habitat for microorganisms
C. To act as a barrier to root growth
D. To facilitate soil aeration

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