POST UTME ESUT 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support. Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences carrying capacity?
A. Climate change
B. Availability of food and water
C. Disease prevalence
D. Technological advancements
Question 2
The following table shows the average temperature and precipitation levels for different climate zones. Which zone is characterized by high temperatures and low precipitation?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Polar tundra
Question 3
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of landscape?
A. It is a flat landscape
B. It is a hilly landscape
C. It is a landscape with a high relief
D. It is a landscape with a low relief
Question 4
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the number of people affected by floods in a given area. What is the implication of this graph?
A. There is a direct relationship between rainfall and the number of people affected by floods
B. There is an inverse relationship between rainfall and the number of people affected by floods
C. There is no relationship between rainfall and the number of people affected by floods
D. The relationship between rainfall and the number of people affected by floods is non-linear
Question 5
Analyze the relationship between soil erosion and land degradation in the Niger Delta region. Discuss the impact of human activities on soil quality and propose measures to mitigate these effects.
A. Soil erosion is a natural process that cannot be mitigated by human activities.
B. Land degradation in the Niger Delta region is primarily caused by deforestation and urbanization.
C. Soil quality can be improved through the use of organic fertilizers and conservation tillage.
D. The Niger Delta region is a fragile ecosystem that requires strict conservation measures to prevent soil erosion.
Question 6
The following table shows the average temperature and precipitation levels for different climate zones. Which zone is characterized by low temperatures and high precipitation?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Polar tundra
Question 7
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following is a characteristic of a Mercator projection?
A. It preserves angles and shapes
B. It preserves distances and shapes
C. It preserves angles and sizes
D. It preserves shapes and sizes
Question 8
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the price of a commodity and the quantity demanded. What is the slope of the demand curve?
A. -2
B. -1
C. 1
D. 2
Question 9
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the depositional action of the river?
A. A delta
B. A meandering river
C. Oxygen
D. A waterfall
Question 10
A diagram of the population pyramid of Nigeria shows a region with a high population growth rate and a young population. Analyze the relationship between population growth rate and population structure in this region. Discuss the impact of population growth on economic development and propose measures to manage population growth.
A. Population growth rate is directly proportional to population structure.
B. A young population is a result of high fertility rates.
C. Population growth has a positive impact on economic development.
D. Population growth can be managed through family planning programs.
Question 11
The Niger Delta region is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Niger Delta region?
A. High population density
B. Rich oil reserves
C. Fertile agricultural land
D. Tropical rainforest climate
Question 12
The Benue Trough is a region of significant economic importance in Nigeria. Which of the following is a major economic activity in the Benue Trough?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism
Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the erosive action of the river?
A. A meandering river
B. A waterfall
C. A valley
D. Oxygen
Question 14
A map of Nigeria shows a region with a high population density and a low literacy rate. Analyze the relationship between population density and literacy rate in this region. Discuss the impact of poverty and lack of access to education on literacy rates.
A. Population density is directly proportional to literacy rate.
B. Poverty is the primary cause of low literacy rates in this region.
C. Lack of access to education is the main factor contributing to low literacy rates.
D. Literacy rates are higher in urban areas than in rural areas.
Question 15
The Earth's surface is characterized by various landforms, which are shaped by internal and external processes. Identify the primary process responsible for the formation of the Grand Canyon.
A. Volcanic activity
B. Weathering and erosion
C. Plate tectonics
D. Glacial activity

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