POST UTME CRAWFORD UNIVERSITY 2020 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical weathering, chemical weathering, and biological weathering. Which of the following is an example of a chemical weathering process?
A. Freeze-thaw action
Correct B. Oxidation of iron-rich minerals
C. Erosion by wind
D. Biological weathering by roots

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. If the initial population is 1000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 2000
B. 2500
Correct C. 3000
D. 4000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
A diagram of a river system is shown below. Which of the following is a correct description of the river's course?
A. The river flows through the mountain
Correct B. The river flows around the mountain
C. The river flows over the mountain
D. The river flows under the mountain

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a soil profile. Which of the following is a characteristic of the B horizon?
A. High concentration of organic matter
Correct B. High concentration of iron oxides
C. High concentration of calcium carbonate
D. High concentration of clay minerals

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
A population of 500 individuals is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the initial population is 500, what will be the population after 10 years?
A. 1000
B. 1500
C. 2000
Correct D. 2500

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
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 7
What is the term for the process by which the Earth's plates move and change, resulting in the creation of mountains, volcanoes, and earthquakes?
A. Continental drift
Correct B. Plate tectonics
C. Weathering and erosion
D. Glaciation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
What is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere through plants, a process that helps to regulate the Earth's water cycle?
Correct A. Transpiration
B. Evaporation
C. Condensation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
What is the term for the process by which the Earth's surface is shaped by the movement of water, wind, and ice?
Correct A. Weathering and erosion
B. Plate tectonics
C. Glaciation
D. Volcanism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
What is the term for the study of the Earth's physical features, including mountains, valleys, and plateaus?
A. Geography
Correct B. Geology
C. Meteorology
D. Oceanography

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The concept of 'Environmental Kuznets Curve' (EKC) suggests that as a country's GDP increases, environmental degradation initially worsens before improving. Which of the following is a characteristic of the EKC?
A. Environmental degradation worsens as GDP increases.
B. Environmental degradation improves as GDP increases.
Correct C. The relationship between GDP and environmental degradation is non-linear.
D. The EKC is only applicable to developed countries.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
A river's discharge is affected by its slope, channel roughness, and water depth. Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects a river's discharge?
A. Slope
B. Channel roughness
C. Water depth
Correct D. Atmospheric pressure

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
The 'push-pull' factors of migration can be categorized into economic, social, and environmental factors. Which of the following is an example of a push factor?
A. Higher wages in the destination country
Correct B. Poor living conditions in the origin country
C. Cultural differences between the origin and destination countries
D. Government policies that restrict migration

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The 'Gini coefficient' is a measure of income inequality. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Gini coefficient?
Correct A. It ranges from 0 to 1
B. It ranges from -1 to 1
C. It is a measure of poverty
D. It is a measure of economic growth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The 'Kaya identity' is a mathematical formula that relates population growth, economic growth, and energy consumption. Which of the following is a component of the Kaya identity?
A. Population growth rate
B. Economic growth rate
C. Energy consumption per capita
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The diagram below shows the cross-section of a river valley. What is the likely effect of the river's meandering on the surrounding landscape?
Correct A. The river's meandering will lead to the formation of oxbow lakes.
B. The river's meandering will result in the creation of a delta.
C. The river's meandering will cause the surrounding landscape to become more rugged.
D. The river's meandering will lead to the formation of a waterfall.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A rock sample is found to have a density of 2.5 g/cm³. If the sample has a volume of 5 cm³, what is its mass?
A. 12.5 g
Correct B. 15 g
C. 20 g
D. 25 g

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. What is the function of the cell wall?
Correct A. To provide structural support to the cell.
B. To regulate the movement of materials in and out of the cell.
C. To synthesize proteins.
D. To store genetic information.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The equation of a straight line is given by ( y = 2x + 3 ). What is the slope of the line?
Correct A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The diagram below shows the cross-section of a mountain range. What is the likely effect of the mountain-building process on the surrounding landscape?
A. The mountain-building process will lead to the formation of a rift valley.
B. The mountain-building process will result in the creation of a delta.
Correct C. The mountain-building process will cause the surrounding landscape to become more rugged.
D. The mountain-building process will lead to the formation of a waterfall.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5°. What is the effect of this tilt on the distribution of solar radiation throughout the year?
Correct A. Increased solar radiation in the Northern Hemisphere during summer
B. Decreased solar radiation in the Southern Hemisphere during winter
C. Uniform distribution of solar radiation throughout the year
D. Increased solar radiation in the Southern Hemisphere during summer

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A city with a population of 500,000 has a growth rate of 3% per annum. What is the population after 5 years?
A. 550,000
B. 525,000
C. 600,000
Correct D. 625,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Valley
B. Plateau
C. Hill
D. Mountain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a temperature-humidity graph. What is the name of the climate zone labeled 'B'?
A. Tropical
B. Desert
Correct C. Temperate
D. Polar

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. What is the name of the river labeled 'C'?
Correct A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Kaduna River
D. Kano River

Correct Answer: A

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