POST UTME UNILORIN 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A river flows through a region with a steep slope. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this situation?
A. The river will meander and form a delta
B. The river will erode the surrounding landscape
C. The river will deposit sediment and form a sandbar
D. The river will change its course
Question 2
The diagram below shows a graph of population growth over time. What is the name of the stage labeled 'B'?
A. Exponential growth
B. Logarithmic growth
C. Sigmoid growth
D. Stationary growth
Question 3
In the context of Economic Geography, what is the primary factor that determines the location of a manufacturing industry?
A. Transportation costs
B. Availability of raw materials
C. Labor costs
D. Market demand
Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Identify the type of soil formation process that occurred in the area marked 'C'.
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Dissolution
Question 5
A farmer in a rural area of Nigeria is considering the adoption of a new irrigation system. The system requires an initial investment of ₦500,000 and will save the farmer ₦200,000 per year in water costs. However, the system will also require an additional ₦100,000 per year in maintenance costs. What is the net present value of the system over a period of 5 years, assuming a discount rate of 10%?
A. ₦1,200,000
B. ₦1,500,000
C. ₦2,000,000
D. ₦2,500,000
Question 6
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water within the rock's pores is known as
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering
Question 7
A farmer is cultivating a plot of land with a slope of 10%. If the rainfall in the area is 400mm per annum, what is the expected runoff in the area?
A. 100mm
B. 150mm
C. 200mm
D. 250mm
Question 8
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Identify the type of soil formation process that occurred in the area marked 'A'.
A. Dissolution
B. Deposition
C. Erosion
D. Weathering
Question 9
A rock sample is composed of 60% quartz, 20% feldspar, and 20% mica. If the sample weighs 100g, what is the weight of quartz in the sample?
A. 30g
B. 40g
C. 50g
D. 60g
Question 10
The Niger Delta is a major economic region in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. What is the primary reason for the high level of sedimentation in the Niger Delta?
A. The high level of rainfall in the region
B. The high level of erosion in the region
C. The high level of sedimentation from the Niger River
D. The high level of tectonic activity in the region
Question 11
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences the formation of high and low-pressure systems. What is the primary reason for the formation of a high-pressure system near the equator?
A. The sinking of cold air
B. The sinking of warm air
C. The rising of cold air
D. The rising of warm air
Question 12
The diagram below shows the different climate zones of the world. Which zone is characterized by a tropical climate with high temperatures and high humidity?
A. Tropical Zone
B. Desert Zone
C. Temperate Zone
D. Polar Zone
Question 13
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a factor in soil formation?
A. Water
B. Climate
C. Vegetation
D. Gravity
Question 14
The diagram below shows the different stages of soil erosion. Which stage is characterized by the removal of topsoil and the exposure of underlying rock?
A. Stage 1: Weathering
B. Stage 2: Erosion
C. Stage 3: Deposition
D. Stage 4: Soil Formation
Question 15
The process of soil formation that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the action of living organisms is known as
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Biological weathering
D. Physical weathering

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