POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2018 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. Erosion and sedimentation
C. Human activities
D. Climate change
Question 2
A diagram of the Earth's solar system shows the relative positions of the planets. What is the primary reason for the unique arrangement of the planets?
A. Gravitational Forces
B. Orbital Velocities
C. Planetary Masses
D. Solar Radiation
Question 3
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Temperature
B. Humidity
C. Gravity
D. Vegetation
Question 4
The savannas of West Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the region's climate. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of this vegetation belt?
A. Temperature
B. Precipitation
C. Soil Type
D. Topography
Question 5
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of this valley?
A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Weathering
D. Plate Tectonics
Question 6
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a river. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of this type of river?
A. High levels of sedimentation
B. Meandering course
C. Presence of oxbow lakes
D. Presence of waterfalls
Question 7
A company is producing a new product with a profit margin of 25%. If the selling price of the product is ₦250, what is the cost price?
A. ₦200
B. ₦220
C. ₦240
D. ₦260
Question 8
A rock sample is analyzed and found to have a density of 2.5 g/cm^3. What is the rock type?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated
Question 9
A company is considering investing in a new project that requires a significant amount of water. Which of the following economic indicators would be most relevant in determining the project's viability?
A. Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
B. Inflation Rate
C. Water Availability Index
D. Unemployment Rate
Question 10
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global atmospheric circulation patterns. What is the primary reason for the formation of high and low-pressure systems in the atmosphere?
A. Temperature differences between equator and poles
B. Wind patterns created by the Coriolis effect
C. Ocean currents and trade winds
D. Mountain ranges and valleys
Question 11
A company is implementing a new waste management system. Which of the following environmental indicators would be most relevant in evaluating the system's effectiveness?
A. Carbon Footprint
B. Water Pollution Index
C. Waste Reduction Rate
D. Air Quality Index
Question 12
The population growth rate of a country is 3.5% per annum. If the current population is 150 million, what will be the population after 10 years?
A. 168.5 million
B. 162.5 million
C. 152.5 million
D. 148.5 million
Question 13
The diagram below shows a map of a region with different types of rocks. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of these rocks?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Plate Tectonics
Question 14
A map scale is a ratio of the distance on the map to the corresponding distance on the ground. What is the purpose of a map scale?
A. To show the location of features on the map
B. To measure the distance between features on the map
C. To determine the scale of the map
D. To identify the orientation of the map
Question 15
A river's meandering path is influenced by the following factors EXCEPT
A. Sediment load
B. Water velocity
C. Bank erosion
D. Tectonic activity

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