POST UTME IMS U 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5°. What is the primary effect of this tilt on the planet's climate?
A. Increased temperature differences between equatorial and polar regions
B. Reduced temperature differences between equatorial and polar regions
C. No effect on temperature differences between equatorial and polar regions
D. Increased precipitation in equatorial regions
Question 2
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What type of landform is formed at point X?
A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain
Question 3
The diagram below shows the water cycle. What is the primary process by which water is transferred from the atmosphere to the land?
A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff
Question 4
The table below shows the average annual rainfall in Nigeria. What is the average annual rainfall in Lagos?
A. 1000 mm
B. 1200 mm
C. 1500 mm
D. 1800 mm
Question 5
What is the primary factor controlling the distribution of vegetation belts in Nigeria?
A. Temperature
B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil type
Question 6
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. What is the primary factor driving this rapid population growth?
A. High fertility rates
B. Low mortality rates
C. Urbanization
D. Migration
Question 7
The 'carbon cycle' refers to the movement of carbon between the atmosphere, oceans, land, and living organisms. Which of the following processes is responsible for the majority of carbon dioxide emissions?
A. Photosynthesis
B. Respiration
C. Fossil fuel combustion
D. Volcanic eruptions
Question 8
The 'albedo' effect refers to the reflection of solar radiation by the Earth's surface. Which of the following surfaces has the highest albedo?
A. Dark-colored rock
B. Light-colored sand
C. Snow
D. Water
Question 9
Population and Settlement Studies: A city's population growth rate is 2% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 120,000
B. 125,000
C. 130,000
D. 135,000
Question 10
The economic concept of opportunity cost refers to
A. The cost of producing a good or service
B. The cost of not producing a good or service
C. The cost of consuming a good or service
D. The cost of trading a good or service
Question 11
What is the process by which the Earth's surface is shaped by the movement of tectonic plates?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Plate tectonics
D. Glaciation
Question 12
The concept of 'sustainability' in environmental management refers to the ability of a system to maintain its resources and services over time. Which of the following practices is an example of sustainable land use?
A. Deforestation
B. Reforestation
C. Intensive agriculture
D. Permaculture
Question 13
Economic Geography (Resources, Industry): A country's GDP is 100 billion, and its GDP per capita is 5,000. What is the total population of the country?
A. 20 million
B. 25 million
C. 30 million
D. 35 million
Question 14
Soil Formation and Erosion: A soil profile is composed of the following horizons, in order, from the surface down: O, A, B, C, R. Which of the following statements is true about the B horizon?
A. The B horizon is the zone of leaching.
B. The B horizon is the zone of accumulation.
C. The B horizon is the zone of weathering.
D. The B horizon is the zone of erosion.
Question 15
The process of soil formation through the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles is known as
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Plate Tectonics

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