POST UTME SKYLINE UNIVERSITY 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below illustrates the formation of a karst landscape. Which of the following processes is primarily responsible for the development of this landscape?
Correct A. Dissolution of soluble rocks
B. Erosion by water
C. Deposition of sediment
D. Tectonic uplift

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. If the population doubles in 7 years, what is the annual growth rate?
A. 12%
Correct B. 15%
C. 18%
D. 20%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation in a tropical region. Which of the following types of vegetation is most likely to be found in the area marked 'A'?
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Tropical savanna
C. Temperate rainforest
D. Temperate savanna

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A company is planning to build a new factory in a region with a population of 100,000. The company wants to ensure that the factory is located in an area with a high level of accessibility. Which of the following factors should be considered when evaluating the accessibility of the region?
Correct A. Proximity to major transportation routes
B. Availability of skilled labor
C. Presence of natural resources
D. Environmental impact

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The diagram below shows the water cycle. Which of the following processes is responsible for the formation of clouds?
A. Evaporation
Correct B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
What is the primary factor controlling the distribution of vegetation belts in Nigeria?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil Type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A river flows through a narrow gorge in the Basement Complex of Nigeria. What type of land-forming process is responsible for this feature?
A. Weathering
Correct B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
A map shows a series of parallel lines representing the location of different soil types in Nigeria. What type of map projection is most likely being used?
A. Mercator
Correct B. Gall-Peters
C. Robinson
D. Azimuthal Equidistant

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
A diagram shows the cross-section of a soil profile in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. What type of soil is most likely being depicted?
A. Alfisol
Correct B. Ultisol
C. Inceptisol
D. Oxisol

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
A graph shows the relationship between temperature and precipitation in the savannas of Nigeria. What type of climate is most likely being depicted?
Correct A. Savanna
B. Desert
C. Tropical Rainforest
D. Temperate Grassland

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
Using the concept of isostasy, explain the formation of the Benue Trough in Nigeria.
A. The Benue Trough is a rift valley formed due to the rifting of the African continent.
B. The Benue Trough is a result of the collision between the African and Eurasian plates.
Correct C. The Benue Trough is a zone of crustal thinning caused by the upwelling of mantle rocks.
D. The Benue Trough is a result of the erosion of the African continent by the Niger River.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
What is the primary factor controlling the distribution of vegetation in Nigeria?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
Using the concept of plate tectonics, explain the formation of the Niger Delta.
A. The Niger Delta is a result of the collision between the African and Eurasian plates.
B. The Niger Delta is a zone of crustal thinning caused by the upwelling of mantle rocks.
C. The Niger Delta is a result of the rifting of the African continent.
Correct D. The Niger Delta is a result of the erosion of the African continent by the Niger River.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
What is the primary factor controlling the distribution of soil types in Nigeria?
A. Temperature
B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
Correct D. Parent material

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
Using the concept of isostasy, explain the formation of the Jos Plateau in Nigeria.
A. The Jos Plateau is a result of the collision between the African and Eurasian plates.
Correct B. The Jos Plateau is a zone of crustal thinning caused by the upwelling of mantle rocks.
C. The Jos Plateau is a result of the rifting of the African continent.
D. The Jos Plateau is a result of the erosion of the African continent by the Benue River.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The concept of 'Economic Man' in Economic Geography is associated with which of the following authors?
A. Adam Smith
B. David Ricardo
Correct C. Alfred Marshall
D. John Maynard Keynes

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The process of soil formation is influenced by which of the following factors?
A. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The concept of 'Population Pyramid' in Population and Settlement Studies is used to represent the age structure of a population. Which of the following types of population pyramids is typically associated with a high birth rate and high death rate?
Correct A. Expansive Pyramid
B. Constrictive Pyramid
C. Stationary Pyramid
D. Reversely Sloping Pyramid

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The process of soil erosion is influenced by which of the following factors?
A. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The concept of 'Internal Land-forming processes' in Economic Geography refers to the processes that shape the Earth's surface through the movement of rocks and minerals. Which of the following processes is an example of an internal land-forming process?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
Correct D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is NOT a major river that flows into the Niger Delta?
A. River Benue
B. River Niger
Correct C. River Kano
D. River Sokoto

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral resources. Which of the following rocks is NOT found in the Jos Plateau?
A. Granite
B. Gneiss
C. Schist
Correct D. Limestone

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The climate of Nigeria can be broadly classified into three main types: tropical, savanna, and desert. Which of the following regions in Nigeria experiences a tropical climate?
A. Sokoto State
Correct B. Lagos State
C. Kogi State
D. Kano State

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The Niger River is the longest river in Nigeria and flows through several states. Which of the following states does NOT border the Niger River?
A. Kogi State
B. Niger State
Correct C. Kaduna State
D. Benue State

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral resources. Which of the following minerals is NOT found in the Jos Plateau?
Correct A. Copper
B. Zinc
C. Lead
D. Gold

Correct Answer: A

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