POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2021 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 factors is NOT a determinant of carrying capacity?
A. Availability of food resources
B. Predation pressure
C. Climate and temperature
D. Availability of housing and infrastructure
Question 2
The diagram below shows the water cycle. Which of the following processes is part of the water cycle?
A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Runoff
D. Photosynthesis
Question 3
A diagram of the Earth's solar system is shown below. Which planet is represented by the label 'A'?
A. Mercury
B. Venus
C. Earth
D. Mars
Question 4
A recent study on the impact of urbanization on the environment revealed that the region's air quality is being threatened by the increase in vehicle emissions. Which of the following environmental issues is most closely related to this phenomenon?
A. Air Pollution
B. Water Pollution
C. Soil Erosion
D. Climate Change
Question 5
A company is considering investing in a new factory in the Niger Delta region. Which of the following economic factors should be considered when making this decision?
A. Availability of raw materials
B. Labor costs
C. Transportation costs
D. Environmental regulations
Question 6
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Identify the type of landform labeled 'A'.
A. Meander
B. Oxbow lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain
Question 7
The concept of 'sustainable development' refers to the ability of a country to meet its current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Which of the following is a principle of sustainable development?
A. Economic growth at all costs
B. Environmental protection at all costs
C. Social equity at all costs
D. Integrate economic, social, and environmental considerations
Question 8
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the number of workers and the output of a factory. What is the term for the rate at which the output increases?
A. Marginal Product
B. Average Product
C. Total Product
D. Diminishing Returns
Question 9
The diagram below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of soil in a particular region. Which of the following types of soil is most likely to be found in a region with low rainfall?
A. Desert soil
B. Grassland soil
C. Forest soil
D. Mountain soil
Question 10
A population of 100,000 people is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. Calculate the population after 10 years, assuming a constant growth rate.
A. 105,000
B. 110,000
C. 115,000
D. 120,000
Question 11
The process of soil formation that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the action of wind and ice is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Biological weathering
D. Hydraulic weathering
Question 12
A recent study on the impact of deforestation on the Amazon rainforest revealed that the region's biodiversity is being threatened by the loss of habitat. Which of the following environmental issues is most closely related to this phenomenon?
A. Climate Change
B. Water Pollution
C. Soil Erosion
D. Biodiversity Loss
Question 13
The diagram below shows a simple circuit. What is the function of the capacitor?
A. To reduce the voltage
B. To increase the current
C. To regulate the flow of electrons
D. To store energy
Question 14
The diagram below shows a simple circuit. What is the function of the resistor?
A. To reduce the voltage
B. To increase the current
C. To regulate the flow of electrons
D. To store energy
Question 15
A study on the impact of climate change on the Niger Delta region reveals that the region's mangrove forests are being destroyed at an alarming rate. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this destruction?
A. Loss of biodiversity
B. Increased risk of oil spills
C. Reduced fish populations
D. Increased risk of flooding

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