POST UTME EKSU 2020 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic factors. Which of the following best describes the dominant land-forming process in this region?
Correct A. Riverine erosion
B. Tectonic uplift
C. Coastal deposition
D. Glacial scouring

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 443 million by 2050. What is the estimated annual growth rate of the population?
A. 1.5%
Correct B. 2.5%
C. 3.5%
D. 4.5%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The climate of the Sahel region of Nigeria is characterized by a distinct wet and dry season. What is the primary factor responsible for this seasonal variation?
A. Latitude
B. Altitude
C. Ocean currents
Correct D. Trade winds

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The vegetation of the tropical rainforest region of Nigeria is characterized by a diverse array of plant species. What is the primary factor responsible for this diversity?
Correct A. High rainfall
B. Warm temperature
C. High humidity
D. Rich soil

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The Niger River is the primary source of water for irrigation in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. What is the estimated volume of water discharged by the river per second?
A. 100 m3/s
B. 500 m3/s
Correct C. 1000 m3/s
D. 2000 m3/s

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as a:
Correct A. Azimuthal Equidistant Projection
B. Gall-Peters Projection
C. Robinson Projection
D. Mercator Projection

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is known as:
A. Erosion
B. Deposition
Correct C. Weathering
D. Pedogenesis

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
A diagram of the Earth's solar system, showing the relative sizes and distances of the planets from the Sun:
Correct A. The diagram shows the relative sizes and distances of the planets from the Sun.
B. The diagram shows the relative sizes of the planets from the Sun.
C. The diagram shows the relative distances of the planets from the Sun.
D. The diagram shows the relative sizes and distances of the planets from the Sun, but with incorrect proportions.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's course?
A. The river flows in a straight line.
Correct B. The river flows in a meandering course.
C. The river flows in a zigzag course.
D. The river flows in a circular course.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and precipitation. Which of the following is a characteristic of the graph?
A. The graph shows a positive correlation between temperature and precipitation.
Correct B. The graph shows a negative correlation between temperature and precipitation.
C. The graph shows no correlation between temperature and precipitation.
D. The graph shows an inverse relationship between temperature and precipitation.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is an example of what type of land-forming process?
Correct A. Internal land-forming process
B. External land-forming process
C. Weathering process
D. Erosion process

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What type of land-forming process is responsible for the formation of this valley?
Correct A. Erosion process
B. Deposition process
C. Weathering process
D. Internal land-forming process

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The population of a city is increasing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 115,000
C. 120,000
Correct D. 125,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a map of a region with different types of vegetation. What type of vegetation is found in the region labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Temperate rainforest
D. Temperate deciduous forest

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and precipitation in a region. What is the type of climate found in this region?
Correct A. Tropical climate
B. Desert climate
C. Temperate climate
D. Continental climate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
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
Correct B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The diagram below shows the structure of a sedimentary rock. Identify the type of sedimentary rock:
A. Conglomerate
Correct B. Sandstone
C. Shale
D. Limestone

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The economic activity that involves the extraction of minerals from the earth's crust is known as:
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The diagram below shows the water cycle. Identify the process labeled 'A':
Correct A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The economic activity that involves the production of goods from raw materials is known as:
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Manufacturing
C. Mining
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is an example of which type of land-forming process?
A. Internal land-forming process
Correct B. External land-forming process
C. Weathering process
D. Erosion process

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which type of land-forming process is responsible for the formation of this valley?
A. Internal land-forming process
Correct B. External land-forming process
C. Weathering process
D. Erosion process

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The Earth's surface is divided into several major landforms, including mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Which of the following is NOT a type of landform?
A. Mountain
B. Valley
C. Plateau
Correct D. Ocean

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The process of soil erosion is accelerated by which of the following factors?
Correct A. Rainfall
B. Temperature
C. Vegetation cover
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's major rivers. Which of the following rivers is NOT shown on the map?
A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Kaduna River
Correct D. Osun River

Correct Answer: D

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