POST UTME LAUTECH 2023 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
Correct C. River erosion and deposition
D. Sea level rise

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
A soil profile in the savanna region of Nigeria shows a distinct layer of laterite. What is the primary cause of this laterite formation?
A. Weathering of rocks
B. Erosion of soil
Correct C. Leaching of minerals
D. Deposition of sediments

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
The Jos Plateau in Nigeria is a region of highland that experiences a unique combination of tropical and temperate climate conditions. What is the primary factor responsible for this unique climate?
Correct A. Altitude
B. Latitude
C. Proximity to the equator
D. Distance from the coast

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A diagram of the Niger River delta shows a complex network of distributaries and distributary channels. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
Correct C. River erosion and deposition
D. Sea level rise

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The deforestation of the rainforest in Nigeria has led to a significant increase in soil erosion. What is the primary cause of this increased soil erosion?
A. Loss of tree roots
B. Increased rainfall
Correct C. Decreased vegetation cover
D. Increased human activity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The concept of carrying capacity is most relevant to which of the following population studies?
A. Urbanization
B. Rural-urban migration
C. Population growth rate
Correct D. Carrying capacity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
The diagram below represents a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. Which of the following layers is responsible for the scattering of sunlight?
A. Troposphere
Correct B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The diagram below represents a simple economic model. Which of the following variables is most likely to be affected by a change in the price of a commodity?
A. Supply
Correct B. Demand
C. Equilibrium
D. Price

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
The diagram below represents a simple ecosystem. Which of the following organisms is most likely to be affected by a change in the population of a predator?
A. Predator
Correct B. Prey
C. Producer
D. Decomposer

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The diagram below represents a simple economic system. Which of the following sectors is most likely to be affected by a change in government policy?
A. Government
B. Private Sector
Correct C. Public Sector
D. International Trade

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
What is the primary mechanism of soil erosion in Nigeria?
Correct A. Water erosion
B. Wind erosion
C. Soil creep
D. Mass movement

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
What is the main economic activity in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Petroleum refining
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
What is the name of the climate belt in Nigeria characterized by high temperatures and high humidity?
A. Tropical savanna
B. Semi-arid
Correct C. Humid tropical
D. Desert

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
What is the process by which the Earth's plates move and change?
Correct A. Plate tectonics
B. Continental drift
C. Sea-floor spreading
D. Mountain building

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
What is the name of the solar system's largest planet?
Correct A. Jupiter
B. Saturn
C. Uranus
D. Neptune

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
Determine the rate of soil erosion in a given area using the Universal Soil Loss Equation (USLE). The area has a rainfall intensity of 50 mm/h, a slope length of 10 m, a soil erodibility factor of 0.05, and a cover management factor of 0.8. What is the estimated rate of soil erosion (t/ha/year)?
A. 0.5 t/ha/year
Correct B. 1.0 t/ha/year
C. 1.5 t/ha/year
D. 2.0 t/ha/year

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
A city is experiencing a severe drought. The city's water supply is primarily sourced from a nearby river. The river's water level has dropped by 10% over the past year. What is the likely impact on the city's water supply?
A. The city's water supply will increase by 10%.
Correct B. The city's water supply will decrease by 10%.
C. The city's water supply will remain unchanged.
D. The city's water supply will increase by 20%.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
A farmer is considering planting a new crop in a region with a Mediterranean climate. The region has a mean annual rainfall of 400 mm and a mean annual temperature of 18°C. What type of crop is most likely to thrive in this region?
Correct A. Wheat
B. Maize
C. Soybeans
D. Cotton

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
A company is planning to build a new factory in a region with a high level of air pollution. The factory will emit 1000 kg/h of particulate matter (PM). What is the likely impact on the local air quality?
A. The local air quality will improve by 10%.
B. The local air quality will remain unchanged.
C. The local air quality will decrease by 10%.
Correct D. The local air quality will decrease by 20%.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
A city is experiencing a severe heatwave. The city's temperature has risen by 5°C over the past week. What is the likely impact on the city's energy consumption?
A. The city's energy consumption will decrease by 10%.
B. The city's energy consumption will remain unchanged.
C. The city's energy consumption will increase by 10%.
Correct D. The city's energy consumption will increase by 20%.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
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
B. Chemical weathering
Correct C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT typically found in this type of valley?
A. Meandering
B. Oxbow lake
C. Delta
Correct D. Canyon

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a map of the Earth's climate zones. Which of the following climate zones is characterized by high temperatures and high levels of precipitation throughout the year?
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Polar
D. Temperate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following landforms is NOT typically found in this type of terrain?
A. Mountain
B. Valley
C. Plateau
Correct D. Canyon

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a map of the Earth's vegetation zones. Which of the following vegetation zones is characterized by dense forests and high levels of biodiversity?
Correct A. Rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Tundra
D. Desert

Correct Answer: A

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