POST UTME RSU 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosional activity?
A. A waterfall
B. A meandering river
C. A valley
Correct D. An oxygen molecule

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The Earth's surface is divided into five climate zones. Which of the following climate zones is characterized by high temperatures and high levels of precipitation throughout the year?
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Polar tundra

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The diagram below represents a soil profile. Which of the following soil horizons is characterized by the presence of organic matter and a high concentration of roots?
Correct A. O horizon
B. A horizon
C. B horizon
D. C horizon

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a delta. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's depositional activity?
A. A delta
B. A meandering river
C. A sandbar
Correct D. An oxygen molecule

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the mountain-building process?
A. A mountain range
B. A valley
Correct C. A sandbar
D. An oxygen molecule

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
In the context of Economic Geography, what is the primary factor that determines the location of a manufacturing industry?
A. Transportation costs
B. Labor costs
C. Raw material costs
Correct D. Market demand

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
A soil profile is characterized by the presence of a distinct B-horizon. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of this horizon?
Correct A. Leaching
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
D. Deposition

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
A map shows a region with a high concentration of vegetation. What is the most likely climate type associated with this region?
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Temperate deciduous forest

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A diagram shows a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. What is the primary function of the stratosphere?
Correct A. Ozone layer formation
B. Temperature regulation
C. Atmospheric pressure
D. Weather pattern formation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
A graph shows the relationship between population growth and resource availability. What is the primary consequence of a mismatch between these two factors?
Correct A. Resource depletion
B. Population decline
C. Economic growth
D. Environmental degradation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The savannas of West Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the region's climate. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of this vegetation belt?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The Niger Delta is a unique example of a deltaic system, characterized by a complex network of distributaries and wetlands. What is the primary reason for the formation of this delta?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic eruptions
Correct C. River sedimentation
D. Sea level changes

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 400 million by 2050. What is the primary factor driving this rapid population growth?
Correct A. High fertility rates
B. Low mortality rates
C. Urbanization
D. Migration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The Ogun River is a major tributary of the Oshun River in Nigeria. What is the primary reason for the formation of this river?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic eruptions
Correct C. Rainfall and runoff
D. Groundwater flow

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, and 1% other gases. What is the primary function of the atmosphere?
A. Regulation of temperature
B. Protection from radiation
C. Support of life
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation belts in the tropics. Which of the following is a characteristic of the tropical rainforest belt?
Correct A. High levels of rainfall
B. High levels of temperature
C. High levels of humidity
D. High levels of sunlight

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The diagram below shows the process of plate tectonics. Which of the following is a result of the movement of the plates?
Correct A. The formation of mountain ranges
B. The creation of ocean basins
C. The movement of the Earth's crust
D. The formation of volcanoes

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The diagram below shows the distribution of population in a city. Which of the following is a characteristic of the population density?
Correct A. High levels of population
B. Low levels of population
C. High levels of population growth
D. Low levels of population growth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The diagram below shows the process of plate tectonics. Which of the following is a result of the movement of the plates?
Correct A. The formation of ocean basins
B. The creation of mountain ranges
C. The movement of the Earth's crust
D. The formation of volcanoes

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The diagram below shows the distribution of population in a city. Which of the following is a characteristic of the population growth?
Correct A. High levels of population growth
B. Low levels of population growth
C. High levels of population density
D. Low levels of population density

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The concept of 'population momentum' is closely related to the demographic transition model. Which of the following best describes the demographic transition model?
A. A model that describes the relationship between population growth and economic development
Correct B. A model that describes the transition from a high birth rate to a low birth rate
C. A model that describes the relationship between population growth and resource availability
D. A model that describes the transition from a low birth rate to a high birth rate

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A rock sample is composed of 70% quartz, 20% feldspar, and 10% mica. If the sample weighs 100g, what is the weight of the quartz component?
Correct A. 70g
B. 60g
C. 50g
D. 40g

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
A satellite is in a circular orbit around the Earth at an altitude of 2000 km. If the radius of the Earth is 6371 km, what is the orbital velocity of the satellite?
A. 7.8 km/s
Correct B. 8.0 km/s
C. 8.2 km/s
D. 8.5 km/s

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A company is considering investing in a new project that requires an initial investment of ₦1.5 million and is expected to generate a profit of ₦500,000 per year for 5 years. What is the net present value of the project?
Correct A. ₦2.5 million
B. ₦2.2 million
C. ₦2.0 million
D. ₦1.8 million

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A map shows a river flowing from a lake to the sea. The river is 100 km long and flows at a rate of 5 km/h. If the lake is 50 km away from the sea, how long will it take for the river to flow from the lake to the sea?
A. 10 hours
Correct B. 12 hours
C. 15 hours
D. 20 hours

Correct Answer: B

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