POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2020 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
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 by a river
B. Deposition by a river
C. Tectonic uplift
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A population of 1000 people is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the population is currently 1200, what was the population 2 years ago?
Correct A. 900
B. 1000
C. 1100
D. 1200

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
A rock sample has a density of 2.5 g/cm³ and a volume of 10 cm³. What is the mass of the rock sample?
Correct A. 25
B. 50
C. 75
D. 100

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The diagram below shows a simple circuit. What is the potential difference across the 2 Ω resistor?
A. 2
Correct B. 4
C. 6
D. 8

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
A farmer is considering two different types of fertilizers for his crops. The first fertilizer costs ₦100 per bag and provides 10 kg of nitrogen per bag. The second fertilizer costs ₦150 per bag and provides 15 kg of nitrogen per bag. If the farmer needs 120 kg of nitrogen for his crops, how many bags of each type of fertilizer should he buy?
A. 10 bags of the first fertilizer and 0 bags of the second fertilizer
B. 8 bags of the first fertilizer and 2 bags of the second fertilizer
Correct C. 6 bags of the first fertilizer and 4 bags of the second fertilizer
D. 4 bags of the first fertilizer and 6 bags of the second fertilizer

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical and chemical weathering. Which of the following is an example of a chemical weathering process?
A. Freezing and Thawing
Correct B. Oxidation and Hydrolysis
C. Erosion and Deposition
D. Attrition and Abrasion

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a high level of soil erosion due to the presence of numerous rivers and streams. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to soil erosion in this region?
A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
Correct C. Heavy Rainfall
D. Poor Agricultural Practices

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. Which of the following is a major consequence of rapid population growth in Nigeria?
A. Increased Food Production
B. Improved Infrastructure
Correct C. Higher Unemployment Rates
D. Increased Access to Education

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The climate of Nigeria is characterized by a tropical savanna climate with two distinct seasons: a wet season and a dry season. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to the formation of this climate?
A. Latitude
B. Altitude
C. Ocean Currents
Correct D. Trade Winds

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The vegetation of Nigeria is characterized by a variety of ecosystems, including tropical rainforests, savannas, and mangrove swamps. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to the diversity of vegetation in Nigeria?
Correct A. Climate
B. Geology
C. Topography
D. Soil Type

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
What is the primary mechanism of soil formation in the humid tropics of Nigeria?
A. Weathering and erosion
B. Biological activity and chemical precipitation
Correct C. Mechanical and chemical weathering
D. Glacial and fluvial processes

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
What is the name of the rock cycle process that involves the transformation of sedimentary rocks into metamorphic rocks?
Correct A. Metamorphism
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
What is the primary factor that determines the distribution of population in Nigeria?
A. Climate
Correct B. Economic opportunities
C. Availability of natural resources
D. Government policies

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
What is the name of the geological process that involves the movement of rocks and soil down a slope?
A. Weathering
Correct B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
What is the primary factor that determines the formation of landforms in Nigeria?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Weathering and erosion
C. Volcanic activity
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
Determine the type of vegetation belt that dominates the region between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, considering the prevailing climate and geographical features.
A. Tropical Rainforest
Correct B. Tropical Savanna
C. Temperate Grassland
D. Desert

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A map shows the distribution of oil reserves in Nigeria. If the map scale is 1:500,000 and the distance between two oil fields is 5 cm on the map, what is the actual distance between them in kilometers?
A. 10 km
Correct B. 15 km
C. 20 km
D. 25 km

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
A company is planning to establish a new factory in Nigeria. The factory will require 500,000 liters of water per day. If the average annual rainfall in the area is 1,200 mm, and the factory will operate for 300 days per year, what is the total volume of water required in cubic meters?
A. 1,800,000 m^3
Correct B. 2,400,000 m^3
C. 3,000,000 m^3
D. 4,000,000 m^3

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
A rock sample contains 80% quartz, 15% feldspar, and 5% mica. If the sample weighs 100 grams, what is the weight of quartz in the sample in grams?
Correct A. 40 g
B. 50 g
C. 60 g
D. 80 g

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
A map shows the distribution of population density in Nigeria. If the map scale is 1:1,000,000 and the area of a region is 10 km^2 on the map, what is the actual area in square kilometers?
Correct A. 10 km^2
B. 20 km^2
C. 30 km^2
D. 40 km^2

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
A soil profile in the humid tropics of Nigeria typically exhibits a distinct horizon of clay accumulation at a depth of about 50 cm. What is the most likely process responsible for this phenomenon?
Correct A. Leaching
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
D. Deposition

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A map of Nigeria shows a prominent relief feature in the southeastern part of the country. What is the name of this feature?
Correct A. The Niger Delta
B. The Benue Trough
C. The Jos Plateau
D. The Adamawa Plateau

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
A population of 100,000 people is growing at a rate of 3% per annum. What is the expected population after 10 years?
A. 123,922
B. 124,000
Correct C. 125,000
D. 126,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
A river in Nigeria has a discharge of 100 m3/s. If the river flows for 10 hours a day, what is the total volume of water discharged in a day?
A. 100,000 m3
B. 200,000 m3
Correct C. 300,000 m3
D. 400,000 m3

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
A map of Nigeria shows a prominent relief feature in the northwestern part of the country. What is the name of this feature?
Correct A. The Jos Plateau
B. The Adamawa Plateau
C. The Chad Basin
D. The Sokoto Basin

Correct Answer: A

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