POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger River is an example of a river that has been affected by which of the following environmental issues?
A. Pollution
B. Sedimentation
C. Eutrophication
D. All of the above
Question 2
A map shows a series of parallel ridges and valleys. What type of landform is this an example of?
A. Fold Mountains
B. Volcanic Mountains
C. Block Mountains
D. Dome Mountains
Question 3
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. What is the primary environmental issue associated with the Niger Delta?
A. Oil Spills
B. Soil Erosion
C. Water Pollution
D. Deforestation
Question 4
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between population density and GDP per capita. Which of the following statements is true about the graph?
A. The graph shows a positive correlation between population density and GDP per capita.
B. The graph shows a negative correlation between population density and GDP per capita.
C. The graph shows no correlation between population density and GDP per capita.
D. The graph shows a non-linear relationship between population density and GDP per capita.
Question 5
A company is considering investing in a new industry in a region with a high level of economic activity. What type of economic geography is this an example of?
A. Industrial economy
B. Service-based economy
C. Agricultural economy
D. Resource-based economy
Question 6
A company is considering investing in a new industry in a region with abundant natural resources. What type of economic geography is this an example of?
A. Resource-based economy
B. Industrial economy
C. Service-based economy
D. Agricultural economy
Question 7
The formation of soil in Nigeria is influenced by several factors, including climate, vegetation, and topography. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of soil in the savannas of West Africa?
A. Climate
B. Vegetation
C. Topography
D. Soil Type
Question 8
A company is considering investing in a new factory in a region with a high level of environmental degradation. The factory would produce 10,000 tons of waste per year. If the company decides to invest, what type of environmental impact assessment should it conduct?
A. A cost-benefit analysis
B. A risk assessment
C. A life cycle assessment
D. A environmental impact statement
Question 9
The concept of population growth refers to the increase in the number of individuals within a given area. Which of the following is a consequence of rapid population growth?
A. Increased food production.
B. Improved living standards.
C. Strain on natural resources.
D. Reduced poverty rates.
Question 10
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. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering
Question 11
The environmental issue of climate change is primarily caused by the increase in?
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Methane
C. Nitrous oxide
D. All of the above
Question 12
A company is considering investing in a new factory in a region with a high level of unemployment. The factory would create 100 new jobs. If the company decides to invest, what type of economic benefit would it provide?
A. An increase in GDP
B. An increase in employment
C. A decrease in poverty
D. An increase in income inequality
Question 13
The _______ of a population refers to the rate at which the population is increasing or decreasing.
A. Growth rate
B. Birth rate
C. Death rate
D. Migration rate
Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following processes is primarily responsible for the formation of the delta?
A. Deposition
B. Erosion
C. Tectonic uplift
D. Weathering
Question 15
The Amazon rainforest is a vital component of the Earth's ecosystem, providing oxygen and supporting biodiversity. What is the primary cause of deforestation in the Amazon?
A. Agricultural expansion.
B. Urbanization.
C. Mining activities.
D. Climate change.

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