POST UTME OSUSTECH 2017 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments through the action of ice is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Freeze-thaw weathering
D. Abrasion
Question 2
A rock sample shows a texture of phaneritic. What is the likely composition of this rock?
A. Igneous rock with a composition of 50% quartz and 50% feldspar.
B. Sedimentary rock with a composition of 75% sand and 25% silt.
C. Metamorphic rock with a composition of 25% quartz and 75% mica.
D. Igneous rock with a composition of 25% quartz and 75% feldspar.
Question 3
The Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5°. What is the effect of this tilt on the distribution of solar radiation throughout the year?
A. The tilt causes the amount of solar radiation to remain constant throughout the year.
B. The tilt results in the amount of solar radiation increasing during the summer months and decreasing during the winter months.
C. The tilt has no effect on the distribution of solar radiation throughout the year.
D. The tilt causes the amount of solar radiation to increase during the winter months and decrease during the summer months.
Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
A. Deltaic plain
B. Estuary
C. Barrier island
D. Tidal flat
Question 5
The Earth's surface is composed of various landforms, including mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Which of the following is the primary process responsible for the formation of these landforms?
A. Weathering and erosion
B. Tectonic plate movement
C. Volcanic activity
D. Glacial movement
Question 6
The economic concept that refers to the idea that the production of one good affects the production of another good is known as:
A. Opportunity cost
B. Comparative advantage
C. Economies of scale
D. The law of diminishing returns
Question 7
The diagram below shows a map of a region with different types of rocks. Which of the following rocks is a type of metamorphic rock?
A. Shale
B. Limestone
C. Marble
D. Sandstone
Question 8
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. What is the population after 2 years?
A. 1100
B. 1125
C. 1150
D. 1200
Question 9
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as a:
A. Conformal projection
B. Azimuthal projection
C. Cylindrical projection
D. Orthographic projection
Question 10
The concept of entropy in thermodynamics refers to the measure of disorder or randomness in a system. Which of the following is an example of a process that increases entropy?
A. Spontaneous combustion
B. Phase transition
C. Isotonic contraction
D. Isothermal expansion
Question 11
The table below shows the economic indicators of Nigeria from 2000 to 2015. What is the average annual growth rate of the GDP during this period?
A. 6.2%
B. 7.1%
C. 8.3%
D. 9.5%
Question 12
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation belts in Nigeria. Which of the following vegetation belts is NOT found in the savanna region?
A. Tropical Rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Desert
D. Mountain
Question 13
The economic activity that involves the extraction of minerals from the earth is known as:
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism
Question 14
The diagram below shows the distribution of population density in Nigeria. Which of the following states has the highest population density?
A. Lagos
B. Kano
C. Kaduna
D. Jos
Question 15
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of approximately 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, and 1% other gases. What is the percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere?
A. 20%
B. 21%
C. 22%
D. 23%

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