POST UTME BSU 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is NOT a major factor contributing to the high level of sedimentation in the region?
A. High rainfall in the region
B. The presence of numerous rivers and creeks
C. The presence of mangrove forests
Correct D. The lack of vegetation cover

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation in Nigeria. Which of the following types of vegetation is NOT found in the savanna region?
Correct A. Mangrove
B. Sahel
C. Tropical rainforest
D. Savanna grassland

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The map below shows the location of major cities in Nigeria. Which of the following cities is NOT located in the Niger Delta region?
A. Lagos
B. Port Harcourt
Correct C. Kano
D. Ibadan

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical Nigerian farm. Which of the following is NOT a common crop grown in Nigeria?
A. Cassava
B. Yam
C. Maize
Correct D. Wheat

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
The map below shows the location of major rivers in Nigeria. Which of the following rivers is NOT a major tributary of the Niger River?
A. Benue River
B. Kaduna River
Correct C. Kano River
D. Hadejia River

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
A granitic gneiss outcrop is observed to have a foliation plane striking N 30° E and dipping 40° NE. If the outcrop is 10 m long and 5 m wide, calculate the area of the outcrop.
A. 50 m²
B. 75 m²
Correct C. 100 m²
D. 125 m²

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
A company is considering investing in a new project that requires an initial investment of ₦10 million and is expected to generate a profit of ₦5 million in the first year, ₦6 million in the second year, and ₦7 million in the third year. If the company requires a minimum return on investment of 20%, should it invest in the project?
A. Yes
Correct B. No
C. Maybe
D. More information is needed

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
A city with a population of 500,000 is expected to grow at a rate of 5% per annum. If the city's current population density is 1,000 people per km², what will be the population density in 10 years?
A. 1,050 people/km²
B. 1,100 people/km²
Correct C. 1,150 people/km²
D. 1,200 people/km²

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
A farmer is considering using a new type of fertilizer that is expected to increase crop yields by 20%. If the current crop yield is 2 tons per hectare, what will be the new crop yield?
A. 2.4 tons/ha
B. 2.5 tons/ha
Correct C. 2.6 tons/ha
D. 2.7 tons/ha

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
A river has a discharge of 100 m³/s and a velocity of 2 m/s. If the river's cross-sectional area is 50 m², what is the river's depth?
A. 0.5 m
Correct B. 1 m
C. 1.5 m
D. 2 m

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following land-forming processes is primarily responsible for the formation of this valley?
Correct A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Weathering
D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A map shows a region with a high concentration of population and economic activity. Which of the following economic activities is most likely to be associated with this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Manufacturing
Correct C. Services
D. Mining

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following land-forming processes is primarily responsible for the formation of this mountain range?
A. Volcanic Activity
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
Correct D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
A region has a high concentration of population and economic activity. Which of the following climate types is most likely to be associated with this region?
Correct A. Tropical
B. Temperate
C. Continental
D. Polar

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a delta region. Which of the following land-forming processes is primarily responsible for the formation of this delta?
Correct A. Deposition
B. Erosion
C. Weathering
D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global atmospheric circulation patterns. What is the primary mechanism by which the Coriolis effect affects the atmosphere?
Correct A. Deflection of winds and ocean currents
B. Formation of high and low-pressure systems
C. Creation of tropical cyclones
D. Enhancement of global wind patterns

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the initial population is 1000, what will be the population after 10 years?
A. 1500
B. 2000
C. 2500
Correct D. 3000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of the valley?
Correct A. Erosion by water
B. Deposition by wind
C. Volcanic activity
D. Tectonic uplift

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The diagram below shows a simple harmonic motion graph. What is the amplitude of the motion?
A. 2
Correct B. 4
C. 6
D. 8

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a simple circuit. What is the current flowing through the circuit?
A. 2A
B. 4A
C. 6A
Correct D. 8A

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
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
Correct C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
The diagram below shows the relationship between the population growth rate and the carrying capacity of a population. Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the graph?
A. The population growth rate increases as the carrying capacity increases.
Correct B. The population growth rate decreases as the carrying capacity increases.
C. The population growth rate remains constant as the carrying capacity increases.
D. The population growth rate increases as the carrying capacity decreases.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The map below shows the distribution of different vegetation types in Nigeria. Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the map?
A. The savanna vegetation type is found in the northern part of Nigeria.
Correct B. The rainforest vegetation type is found in the southern part of Nigeria.
C. The savanna vegetation type is found in the eastern part of Nigeria.
D. The rainforest vegetation type is found in the western part of Nigeria.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The diagram below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of vegetation in a given area. Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the graph?
Correct A. The amount of rainfall increases as the type of vegetation changes from grassland to forest.
B. The amount of rainfall decreases as the type of vegetation changes from grassland to forest.
C. The amount of rainfall remains constant as the type of vegetation changes from grassland to forest.
D. The amount of rainfall increases as the type of vegetation changes from forest to grassland.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The map below shows the distribution of different climate types in Nigeria. Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the map?
Correct A. The tropical climate type is found in the southern part of Nigeria.
B. The savanna climate type is found in the northern part of Nigeria.
C. The tropical climate type is found in the eastern part of Nigeria.
D. The savanna climate type is found in the western part of Nigeria.

Correct Answer: A

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