POST UTME OAU 2017 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
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 2
A diagram of the Earth's solar system is shown below. What is the correct order of the planets from the Sun?
Correct A. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
B. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
C. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
D. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The process of soil erosion by water is most closely related to which of the following factors?
A. Vegetation cover
Correct B. Topography
C. Climate
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
A diagram of a titration setup is shown below. What is the purpose of the burette?
Correct A. To measure the volume of the solution
B. To measure the concentration of the solution
C. To measure the pH of the solution
D. To measure the temperature of the solution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The concept of comparative advantage is most relevant to which of the following economic geography topics?
A. Resource-based economy
B. Industry-based economy
C. Service-based economy
Correct D. Comparative advantage

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of the Niger Delta?
A. Tectonic Activity
B. Volcanic Eruptions
Correct C. River Sedimentation
D. Sea Level Changes

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
What is the main economic activity that drives the growth of the oil industry in Nigeria?
A. Agriculture
B. Manufacturing
Correct C. Petroleum Refining
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
What is the primary cause of deforestation in Nigeria?
A. Overpopulation
B. Climate Change
Correct C. Agricultural Expansion
D. Urbanization

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
What is the main factor responsible for the formation of the Benue Trough?
Correct A. Tectonic Activity
B. Volcanic Eruptions
C. River Erosion
D. Sea Level Changes

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
What is the primary economic activity that drives the growth of the agricultural sector in Nigeria?
A. Cocoa Production
B. Groundnut Production
C. Maize Production
Correct D. Rice Production

Correct Answer: D

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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
Correct B. Delta
C. Oxbow Lake
D. Gorge

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta region. Which of the following cities is NOT located in the Niger Delta region?
A. Lagos
B. Port Harcourt
C. Benin City
Correct D. Kaduna

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between temperature and precipitation in a tropical region. Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the graph?
A. As temperature increases, precipitation also increases.
B. As temperature decreases, precipitation also decreases.
Correct C. There is a direct relationship between temperature and precipitation.
D. There is no relationship between temperature and precipitation.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a map of the population distribution in a country. Which of the following regions has the highest population density?
A. Region A
Correct B. Region B
C. Region C
D. Region D

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the number of people affected by floods in a region. Which of the following statements is supported by the graph?
Correct A. As the amount of rainfall increases, the number of people affected by floods also increases.
B. As the amount of rainfall decreases, the number of people affected by floods also decreases.
C. There is a direct relationship between rainfall and the number of people affected by floods.
D. There is no relationship between rainfall and the number of people affected by floods.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The diagram below shows a map of the distribution of different types of rocks in a region. Which of the following types of rocks is NOT found in the region?
A. Igneous Rock
B. Sedimentary Rock
C. Metamorphic Rock
Correct D. Foliated Rock

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the amount of runoff in a region. Which of the following statements is supported by the graph?
A. As the amount of rainfall increases, the amount of runoff also increases.
B. As the amount of rainfall decreases, the amount of runoff also decreases.
C. There is a direct relationship between rainfall and runoff.
D. There is no relationship between rainfall and runoff.

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 18
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major consequence of this geography?
Correct A. Increased risk of flooding
B. Improved access to freshwater resources
C. Enhanced opportunities for fishing and aquaculture
D. Reduced agricultural productivity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral deposits. Which of the following minerals is NOT found in the Jos Plateau?
Correct A. Copper
B. Lead
C. Zinc
D. Gold

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa and flows through several countries, including Nigeria. Which of the following is a major challenge facing the Niger River?
A. Overfishing
B. Pollution
Correct C. Sedimentation
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The Kainji Dam is a major hydroelectric dam located in Nigeria. Which of the following is a benefit of the Kainji Dam?
A. Increased risk of flooding
Correct B. Improved access to freshwater resources
C. Enhanced opportunities for fishing and aquaculture
D. Reduced agricultural productivity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
The Ogun River is a major river in Nigeria and flows through several states. Which of the following is a major challenge facing the Ogun River?
A. Overfishing
B. Pollution
Correct C. Sedimentation
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The process of soil formation is influenced by several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a factor in soil formation?
A. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
Correct D. Gravity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The savanna region of Nigeria is characterized by a distinct wet and dry season. What is the primary reason for this seasonal variation?
A. Latitude
B. Altitude
Correct C. Precipitation
D. Temperature

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The Niger Delta is a region of high biodiversity and economic importance. What is the primary economic activity in this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Fishing
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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