POST UTME LAUTECH 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic geography features. Which of the following best describes the dominant landform in this region?
Correct A. Deltaic plain
B. Alluvial fan
C. Riverine valley
D. Coastal cliff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The economic geography of Nigeria is characterized by a strong reliance on the export of primary commodities. Which of the following is NOT a primary commodity exported by Nigeria?
A. Petroleum
B. Natural gas
C. Cotton
Correct D. Manufactured goods

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
The climate and vegetation belts of Nigeria are influenced by the country's location in the tropics. Which of the following best describes the dominant vegetation type in the savanna region of Nigeria?
A. Tropical rainforest
Correct B. Savanna grassland
C. Mangrove forest
D. Desert scrub

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The formation of soil in Nigeria is influenced by the country's geology and climate. Which of the following best describes the dominant type of soil in the northern part of the country?
Correct A. Alfisol
B. Ultisol
C. Oxisol
D. Entisol

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The development of rocks and landforms in Nigeria is influenced by the country's tectonic history. Which of the following best describes the dominant type of rock in the basement complex of Nigeria?
Correct A. Granite
B. Gneiss
C. Schist
D. Phyllite

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
Analyze the map below to determine the type of landform that would be most likely to form in the area where the Niger and Benue rivers meet.
Correct A. Delta
B. Deltaic Plain
C. Alluvial Fan
D. Meander

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A river has a mean annual discharge of 1000 m3/s. If the river is 100 km long and has a cross-sectional area of 10 m2, what is the average velocity of the river?
Correct A. 10 m/s
B. 100 m/s
C. 1000 m/s
D. 10,000 m/s

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
A farmer in the Niger Delta region wants to cultivate a new plot of land. The plot is 10 hectares in size and has a slope of 10%. What is the expected rate of soil erosion?
A. 0.1 t/ha/yr
B. 1 t/ha/yr
Correct C. 10 t/ha/yr
D. 100 t/ha/yr

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
A company wants to build a new factory in the Niger Delta region. The factory will produce 1000 tons of waste per year. What is the expected impact on the environment?
A. Minimal impact
B. Moderate impact
Correct C. Significant impact
D. Catastrophic impact

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
A researcher wants to study the impact of climate change on the Niger Delta region. What is the expected outcome of the study?
Correct A. Increased sea level
B. Decreased sea level
C. No change in sea level
D. Increased land area

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation belts in the tropics. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of the tropical rainforest belt?
Correct A. Temperature and rainfall
B. Altitude and latitude
C. Soil type and topography
D. Ocean currents and trade winds

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. What is the population after 5 years?
A. 1600
B. 1800
C. 2000
Correct D. 2200

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
The diagram below shows the Earth's solar system. What is the primary reason for the existence of the asteroid belt?
A. Gravitational forces
B. Solar wind and radiation
Correct C. Planetary migration
D. Cometary impacts

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a simple ecosystem. What is the primary role of decomposers in the ecosystem?
A. Primary producers
B. Consumers
Correct C. Decomposers
D. Scavengers

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a simple water cycle. What is the primary mechanism for the formation of clouds?
A. Evaporation
Correct B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support without degrading its quality. Which of the following is a key factor that influences carrying capacity?
Correct A. Availability of food resources
B. Water scarcity
C. Climate change
D. Human population growth rate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a tropical rainforest. Which of the following vegetation types is most likely to be found in the understory?
A. Tall trees
B. Shrubs
Correct C. Epiphytes
D. Herbs

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The Earth's climate is influenced by the movement of the Earth's axis. Which of the following is a consequence of the Earth's axis tilting towards the Sun?
Correct A. Increased temperature in the Northern Hemisphere
B. Increased temperature in the Southern Hemisphere
C. Increased precipitation in the tropics
D. Increased precipitation in the subtropics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The diagram below represents a simple economic model. Which of the following is a consequence of an increase in the price of a good?
A. Increased demand for the good
B. Decreased supply of the good
C. Increased price of the good
Correct D. Decreased quantity demanded

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The concept of 'resource depletion' refers to the reduction in the availability of a natural resource due to overuse or misuse. Which of the following is an example of resource depletion?
Correct A. Deforestation
B. Water pollution
C. Climate change
D. Soil erosion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following land-forming processes is primarily responsible for the formation of the valley?
Correct A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Weathering
D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A company is considering the construction of a new factory in a region with high levels of air pollution. Which of the following economic benefits is most likely to be associated with the construction of the factory?
A. Increased employment opportunities
B. Improved air quality
Correct C. Increased economic growth
D. Reduced transportation costs

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a rock layer. Which of the following rock types is most likely to be found in the layer?
A. Igneous rock
Correct B. Sedimentary rock
C. Metamorphic rock
D. Foliated rock

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A company is considering the construction of a new factory in a region with high levels of air pollution. Which of the following environmental impacts is most likely to be associated with the construction of the factory?
Correct A. Increased air pollution
B. Reduced air pollution
C. Increased water pollution
D. Reduced water pollution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a map of a region with several rivers and lakes. Which of the following land-forming processes is primarily responsible for the formation of the lakes?
A. Erosion
Correct B. Deposition
C. Weathering
D. Tectonic activity

Correct Answer: B

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