POST UTME IGBINEDION UNIVERSITY 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences soil formation?
A. Human activity
B. Climate
C. Topography
D. Vegetation
Question 2
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major consequence of this geography?
A. Increased risk of flooding
B. Higher population density
C. Greater economic opportunities
D. More frequent oil spills
Question 3
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. Which of the following regions is NOT a major producer of oil?
A. Niger Delta
B. Gulf of Guinea
C. Sahara Desert
D. Kaduna State
Question 4
The process of plate movement that results in the formation of mountains is
A. Continental Drift
B. Sea-Floor Spreading
C. Orogenesis
D. Denudation
Question 5
A map shows a river flowing through a valley. What is the likely reason for the river's course?
A. The river flows through the valley because of the high elevation of the surrounding terrain.
B. The river flows through the valley because of the low elevation of the surrounding terrain.
C. The river flows through the valley because of the presence of a waterfall.
D. The river flows through the valley because of the presence of a lake.
Question 6
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by the following type of vegetation:
A. Mangrove forest
B. Freshwater swamp forest
C. Brackish water swamp forest
D. Tropical rainforest
Question 7
What is the primary factor that determines the climate of a region?
A. Latitude
B. Altitude
C. Ocean currents
D. Wind patterns
Question 8
A company is considering the use of renewable energy sources to power its operations. What is the primary benefit of using renewable energy sources?
A. Renewable energy sources are more expensive than traditional energy sources.
B. Renewable energy sources are less reliable than traditional energy sources.
C. Renewable energy sources reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change.
D. Renewable energy sources are not suitable for large-scale industrial applications.
Question 9
In the context of Economic Geography, what is the primary factor that determines the location of a manufacturing industry?
A. Transportation costs
B. Availability of raw materials
C. Labor costs
D. Market demand
Question 10
A company is considering two different locations for a new factory: Location A, which has a high labor cost but low transportation cost, and Location B, which has a low labor cost but high transportation cost. What is the opportunity cost of choosing Location A over Location B?
A. The opportunity cost is the difference in labor costs between the two locations.
B. The opportunity cost is the difference in transportation costs between the two locations.
C. The opportunity cost is the difference in total costs between the two locations.
D. The opportunity cost is the difference in profit between the two locations.
Question 11
What is the primary cause of soil erosion in Nigeria?
A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Climate change
D. Urbanization
Question 12
The Earth's magnetic field is generated by the movement of molten iron in the Earth's core. Which of the following is a consequence of this process?
A. The Earth's rotation is slowed down
B. The Earth's magnetic field is strengthened
C. The Earth's core is cooled down
D. The Earth's magnetic field is weakened
Question 13
A city with a high population density and a high rate of population growth is likely to experience:
A. Urban Sprawl
B. Slum Formation
C. Environmental Degradation
D. Economic Growth
Question 14
The economic growth of a country is measured by its GDP. Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences GDP?
A. Population growth
B. Inflation rate
C. Interest rate
D. GDP per capita
Question 15
The economic activity that involves the extraction of minerals from the earth is
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism

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