POST UTME UNIOSUN 2022 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The population growth rate of a city is 3.5% per annum. If the current population is 1,500,000, what will be the population after 5 years?
Correct A. 2,000,000
B. 1,750,000
C. 1,600,000
D. 1,300,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A map shows the distribution of vegetation in Nigeria. Which of the following regions is characterized by the Guinea savanna?
Correct A. North-central Nigeria
B. South-west Nigeria
C. North-east Nigeria
D. South-east Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The Niger Delta is a region of Nigeria characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for the formation of this region?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
Correct C. Erosion by rivers
D. Deposition of sediments

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
A city is experiencing a rapid growth in population. The current population is 500,000 and is expected to double in the next 10 years. What is the annual growth rate?
A. 2.5%
Correct B. 3.5%
C. 4.5%
D. 5.5%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
A map shows the distribution of climate zones in Nigeria. Which of the following regions is characterized by a tropical rainforest climate?
Correct A. South-east Nigeria
B. South-west Nigeria
C. North-central Nigeria
D. North-east Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
What is the primary mechanism of soil formation in the humid tropics of Nigeria?
A. Weathering and erosion
B. Leaching and sedimentation
Correct C. Biological activity and nutrient cycling
D. Chemical precipitation and cementation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
What is the economic significance of the Niger Delta region in Nigeria?
Correct A. It is the largest producer of crude oil in Nigeria
B. It is the main source of revenue for the Nigerian government
C. It is the hub of Nigeria's industrial activities
D. It is the largest producer of agricultural products in Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
What is the main cause of soil erosion in the savanna region of Nigeria?
Correct A. Overgrazing and deforestation
B. Rainfall and runoff
C. Human activities and land use change
D. Climate change and drought

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
What is the primary economic activity in the Adamawa Plateau region of Nigeria?
Correct A. Agriculture and livestock production
B. Mining and quarrying
C. Manufacturing and industry
D. Tourism and services

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
What is the main environmental issue facing the coastal areas of Nigeria?
Correct A. Pollution and oil spills
B. Climate change and sea-level rise
C. Overfishing and destructive fishing practices
D. Deforestation and land degradation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical, chemical, and biological means. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Human activities
Correct D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Mouth of the river
B. Deltaic plain
C. Estuary
D. Tidal flat

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 115,000
Correct C. 120,000
D. 125,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a simple economic model. What is the name of the curve labeled 'A'?
A. Supply curve
Correct B. Demand curve
C. Equilibrium curve
D. Market equilibrium curve

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The process of plate tectonics involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere. Which of the following is NOT a type of plate boundary?
A. Divergent boundary
B. Convergent boundary
C. Transform boundary
Correct D. Stagnant boundary

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to the high level of sedimentation in this region?
Correct A. High rainfall and runoff from surrounding hills
B. Human activities such as deforestation and sand mining
C. Tectonic uplift and erosion of the surrounding terrain
D. Sea level rise and increased wave energy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The climate of Nigeria can be broadly classified into two main types: tropical and savanna. Which of the following is a characteristic of the savanna climate?
A. High levels of rainfall throughout the year
Correct B. A distinct wet and dry season
C. Low levels of rainfall throughout the year
D. A uniform temperature throughout the year

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The Earth's surface is composed of several major landforms, including mountains, hills, and plateaus. Which of the following is a characteristic of a plateau?
Correct A. A flat or gently sloping surface
B. A steep or mountainous surface
C. A surface with a high level of relief
D. A surface with a low level of relief

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The Niger River is the longest river in Nigeria and flows through several states before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean. Which of the following is a major tributary of the Niger River?
Correct A. Benue River
B. Kaduna River
C. Kano River
D. Hadejia River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The climate of Nigeria is influenced by several factors, including latitude, altitude, and ocean currents. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to the high level of rainfall in the southeastern part of the country?
Correct A. The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)
B. The African Easterly Jet Stream
C. The Gulf of Guinea
D. The Sahara Desert

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of the North Celestial Pole (NCP) due to the precession of the equinoxes. What is the approximate rate of this precession?
Correct A. 20.4 arcseconds per year
B. 1.4 arcseconds per year
C. 0.1 arcseconds per year
D. 10.4 arcseconds per year

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. What is the carrying capacity of the population?
A. 5000
Correct B. 10000
C. 20000
D. 50000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
A map scale of 1:50,000 is used to represent a distance of 5 km on the map. What is the actual distance represented by 1 cm on the map?
A. 0.1 km
Correct B. 0.5 km
C. 1 km
D. 5 km

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A river has a mean annual discharge of 1000 m3/s. If the river flows for 365 days per year, what is the total volume of water discharged per year?
Correct A. 365,000,000 m3
B. 365,000,000,000 m3
C. 3,650,000,000 m3
D. 36,500,000,000 m3

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. What is the population size after 10 years?
Correct A. 1638
B. 2000
C. 2500
D. 5000

Correct Answer: A

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