POST UTME NOUN 2020 Geography | Objective

Are you preparing for POST UTME NOUN exams? Reviewing past questions is one of the most effective ways to guarantee a high score. This practice hub features authentic 2020 Geography (Objective) questions designed to simulate the real exam environment.

Practice these randomly selected questions to test your readiness.

Question 1
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support indefinitely, without degrading the environment. Which of the following is a key factor that determines carrying capacity?
Correct A. Availability of food and water
B. Prevalence of diseases
C. Climate and temperature
D. Human population growth rate

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 2
A town is situated in a valley surrounded by hills. The town's population is growing rapidly, leading to increased demand for housing and infrastructure. What type of land use pattern is likely to occur in this scenario?
Correct A. Concentric zone model
B. Sector model
C. Multiple nuclei model
D. Radial model

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 3
The Earth's surface is composed of several major landforms, including mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Which of the following is a primary process that shapes these landforms?
Correct A. Weathering and erosion
B. Plate tectonics
C. Volcanic activity
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 4
The concept of 'sustainability' in environmental management refers to the ability of a system to maintain its resources and services over time without degrading the environment. Which of the following is a key principle of sustainable development?
A. Economic growth at all costs
B. Social equity and justice
Correct C. Environmental protection and conservation
D. Technological progress and innovation

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 5
The Earth's climate is influenced by several factors, including solar radiation, atmospheric composition, and ocean currents. Which of the following is a primary factor that determines global climate patterns?
Correct A. Solar radiation and atmospheric composition
B. Ocean currents and land use patterns
C. Volcanic eruptions and human activities
D. Climate change and natural disasters

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 6
The diagram below shows the cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's course?
A. Meandering
B. Straight
C. Winding
Correct D. U-shaped

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 7
The equation of a circle is given by ( x^2 + y^2 = 16 ). What is the radius of the circle?
Correct A. 4
B. 8
C. 16
D. 32

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 8
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. Which of the following is a function of the mitochondria?
A. Photosynthesis
Correct B. Respiration
C. Transpiration
D. Osmosis

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 9
The table below shows the frequency distribution of exam scores. What is the mode of the distribution?
A. 40
Correct B. 50
C. 60
D. 70

Correct Answer: B

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 10
The diagram below shows the cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's course?
A. Meandering
B. Straight
C. Winding
Correct D. U-shaped

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?
A. Waterfall
B. Delta
C. Gorge
Correct D. Canyon

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 12
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?
A. Waterfall
B. Delta
C. Gorge
Correct D. Canyon

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?
A. Waterfall
B. Delta
C. Gorge
Correct D. Canyon

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?
A. Waterfall
B. Delta
C. Gorge
Correct D. Canyon

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 15
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?
A. Waterfall
B. Delta
C. Gorge
Correct D. Canyon

Correct Answer: D

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 16
The concept of 'Economic Man' in Economic Geography is associated with which of the following authors?
A. Adam Smith
B. David Ricardo
Correct C. Alfred Marshall
D. John Maynard Keynes

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 17
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a river. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosional activity?
A. Valley
B. Meander
Correct C. Oxygen
D. Delta

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 18
The concept of 'Population Pyramid' in Population and Settlement Studies is used to represent the age structure of a population. Which of the following is a characteristic of a population with a high birth rate?
Correct A. A wide base with a narrow top
B. A narrow base with a wide top
C. A symmetrical shape
D. An asymmetrical shape

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 19
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a glacier. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the glacier's erosional activity?
A. Valley
B. Horn
Correct C. Oxygen
D. Delta

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 20
The concept of 'Climate Classification' in Climate and Vegetation Belts is used to group climates based on their temperature and precipitation patterns. Which of the following is a characteristic of the tropical savanna climate?
Correct A. High temperatures and high precipitation throughout the year
B. High temperatures and low precipitation throughout the year
C. Low temperatures and high precipitation throughout the year
D. Low temperatures and low precipitation throughout the year

Correct Answer: A

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 21
In a perfectly competitive market, the supply curve is typically upward-sloping due to the law of increasing marginal opportunity cost. However, in the case of a firm that is a price-taker, the supply curve is perfectly elastic. What is the relationship between the firm's marginal cost and its supply curve?
A. The firm's marginal cost is equal to its supply price.
B. The firm's marginal cost is greater than its supply price.
Correct C. The firm's marginal cost is less than its supply price.
D. The firm's marginal cost is unrelated to its supply curve.

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 22
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. If the population is currently 500 males and 500 females, what is the expected number of females in the population after 5 years?
A. 1000
B. 1200
Correct C. 1500
D. 2000

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 23
A firm is producing a good using a production function of the form Q = 2L^(1/2)K^(1/2), where Q is the quantity produced, L is the labor input, and K is the capital input. If the firm is currently using 4 units of labor and 9 units of capital, what is the marginal product of labor?
A. 0.5
B. 1
Correct C. 2
D. 4

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 24
A city is experiencing a population growth rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what is the expected population after 10 years?
A. 100000
B. 110000
Correct C. 121000
D. 133000

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics
Question 25
A firm is producing a good using a production function of the form Q = 2L^(1/2)K^(1/2), where Q is the quantity produced, L is the labor input, and K is the capital input. If the firm is currently using 9 units of labor and 4 units of capital, what is the marginal product of capital?
A. 0.5
B. 1
Correct C. 2
D. 4

Correct Answer: C

Want to see the full step-by-step solution? Unlock AI Explanation & Analytics

Master the Exam!

You've seen a preview, but there are thousands more questions plus AI tutor to break down complex solutions.

Unlock Full Access Available for Android & Windows
Help others prepare! Share this practice hub:
Chat with Support