POST UTME OSUSTECH 2023 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
What is the primary factor controlling the formation of soil in Nigeria?
Correct A. Parent material
B. Climate
C. Topography
D. Vegetation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A company is planning to establish a new factory in Nigeria. The factory will produce textiles. Which of the following locations would be most suitable for the factory?
A. Agricultural zone
Correct B. Industrial zone
C. Tourist zone
D. Residential zone

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
What is the process by which the Earth's surface is shaped by the movement of tectonic plates?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
Correct C. Plate tectonics
D. Glaciation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
A rock is composed of 50% quartz, 30% feldspar, and 20% mica. What is the type of rock?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
Correct D. Granite

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's climate system?
Correct A. Solar energy
B. Geothermal energy
C. Wind energy
D. Hydro energy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
Using the concept of fractal geometry, describe the self-similarity of the drainage network in a typical deltaic plain, and explain how this affects the distribution of sediment load in the network.
Correct A. The drainage network exhibits self-similarity at multiple scales, with smaller channels resembling larger ones in terms of shape and pattern.
B. The drainage network is characterized by a random distribution of channels, with no self-similarity at any scale.
C. The drainage network is dominated by a single, large channel with smaller tributaries, showing no self-similarity.
D. The drainage network is composed of a series of parallel channels, with no self-similarity at any scale.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A population of 1000 individuals is distributed across a region with a mean density of 10 persons per square kilometer. If the population grows at an annual rate of 2%, calculate the carrying capacity of the region, assuming a logistic growth model.
A. The carrying capacity is 1500 individuals.
B. The carrying capacity is 2000 individuals.
Correct C. The carrying capacity is 2500 individuals.
D. The carrying capacity is 3000 individuals.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
A company is planning to establish a new factory in a region with a high concentration of natural resources. Using the concept of location quotient, calculate the location quotient for the region, assuming the following data: Regional GDP = ₦100 billion, Regional GDP per capita = ₦500,000, National GDP = ₦500 billion, National GDP per capita = ₦200,000.
A. The location quotient is 0.5.
B. The location quotient is 1.0.
Correct C. The location quotient is 1.5.
D. The location quotient is 2.0.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
Using the concept of entropy, describe the relationship between the rate of sediment transport and the energy of the river flow, and explain how this affects the formation of meanders in a river.
Correct A. The rate of sediment transport increases with the energy of the river flow, leading to the formation of meanders.
B. The rate of sediment transport decreases with the energy of the river flow, leading to the formation of meanders.
C. The rate of sediment transport is independent of the energy of the river flow, leading to the formation of meanders.
D. The rate of sediment transport decreases with the energy of the river flow, leading to the erosion of meanders.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
A company is planning to establish a new factory in a region with a high concentration of natural resources. Using the concept of spatial autocorrelation, calculate the Moran's I index for the region, assuming the following data: Regional GDP = ₦100 billion, Regional GDP per capita = ₦500,000, National GDP = ₦500 billion, National GDP per capita = ₦200,000.
A. The Moran's I index is 0.5.
Correct B. The Moran's I index is 1.0.
C. The Moran's I index is 1.5.
D. The Moran's I index is 2.0.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following land-forming processes is primarily responsible for the formation of this valley?
Correct A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Tectonic uplift
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A company is considering two different locations for a new factory. Location A has a high labor cost but is close to the market, while Location B has a low labor cost but is far from the market. Which of the following economic concepts is most relevant to this decision?
A. Opportunity cost
B. Comparative advantage
C. Economies of scale
Correct D. Transportation costs

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the price of a product and the quantity demanded. Which of the following economic concepts is illustrated by this graph?
Correct A. Law of demand
B. Law of supply
C. Elasticity of demand
D. Consumer surplus

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesosphere. Which of the following processes occurs in the stratosphere?
A. Ozone depletion
Correct B. Ozone formation
C. Atmospheric circulation
D. Weathering

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta region. Which of the following land-use patterns is most common in this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Urbanization
C. Deforestation
Correct D. Wetland conservation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
A study on the impact of climate change on population growth in Africa reveals a positive correlation between the two variables. However, the study also shows that the correlation is not statistically significant. What can be inferred from this result?
A. The study suggests that climate change has a significant impact on population growth in Africa.
B. The study indicates that there is no relationship between climate change and population growth in Africa.
Correct C. The study shows that the relationship between climate change and population growth in Africa is complex and cannot be determined by statistical analysis.
D. The study suggests that population growth in Africa is not affected by climate change.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
A map of the Niger Delta region shows a network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following land-forming processes is responsible for the creation of this network?
Correct A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Weathering
D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
A population pyramid for a country in West Africa shows a high birth rate and a low death rate. What can be inferred from this demographic data?
Correct A. The country has a high population growth rate.
B. The country has a low population growth rate.
C. The country has a stable population.
D. The country has a declining population.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
A study on the impact of deforestation on the environment reveals that the removal of trees leads to soil erosion and loss of biodiversity. What can be inferred from this result?
A. The removal of trees has a positive impact on the environment.
Correct B. The removal of trees has a negative impact on the environment.
C. The removal of trees has no impact on the environment.
D. The removal of trees has a neutral impact on the environment.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
A map of the Earth shows the movement of the tectonic plates. Which of the following processes is responsible for the movement of the tectonic plates?
Correct A. Plate Tectonics
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
D. Deposition

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The concept of 'Urban Sprawl' is often associated with the growth of cities in developing countries. What is the primary factor responsible for this phenomenon?
A. Rapid population growth
Correct B. Lack of effective urban planning
C. Increased accessibility to transportation
D. Higher income levels

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Floodplain
B. Meander
C. Oxbow lake
D. Delta

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The map below shows the distribution of a particular economic activity in Nigeria. What is the name of the economic activity represented by the shaded area?
Correct A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a simple circuit. What is the value of the current (I) in the circuit?
A. 2A
Correct B. 4A
C. 6A
D. 8A

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The map below shows the distribution of a particular natural resource in Nigeria. What is the name of the natural resource represented by the shaded area?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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