Practice post utme uniport geography 2017 Past Questions

Question 1

The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Identify the type of landform that would be formed at point X if the river were to erode the valley at a rate of 1 mm/year for 1000 years.

A. A meander

Correct B. An oxbow lake

C. A waterfall

D. A delta

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2

The map below shows the distribution of rainfall in Nigeria. What is the name of the region that receives the highest amount of rainfall?

Correct A. The Niger Delta

B. The Cross River Valley

C. The Adamawa Plateau

D. The Jos Plateau

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3

The diagram below shows a simple economic model of supply and demand. If the price of a commodity increases from ₦100 to ₦120, what will happen to the quantity demanded?

A. Increase

Correct B. Decrease

C. Remain the same

D. Become inelastic

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4

The map below shows the distribution of population in Nigeria. What is the name of the state with the highest population density?

Correct A. Lagos State

B. Kano State

C. Kaduna State

D. Abuja Federal Capital Territory

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5

The diagram below shows a simple ecosystem. What is the role of the decomposers in the ecosystem?

A. Primary producers

B. Primary consumers

Correct C. Decomposers

D. Secondary consumers

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6

The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support without degrading its quality. Which of the following is a key factor that influences carrying capacity?

Correct A. Availability of food and water

B. Predation and disease

C. Climate and vegetation

D. Human population density

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7

A tropical rainforest is characterized by a high level of biodiversity and a complex canopy structure. Which of the following is a key feature of the tropical rainforest ecosystem?

Correct A. High levels of precipitation

B. Low levels of precipitation

C. High levels of evapotranspiration

D. Low levels of evapotranspiration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8

Soil erosion is a major environmental concern in many parts of the world. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to soil erosion?

A. Deforestation and land degradation

B. Overgrazing and intensive agriculture

C. Climate change and extreme weather events

Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9

The concept of 'resource curse' in economic geography refers to the idea that an abundance of natural resources can actually hinder economic development. Which of the following is a key reason why this might occur?

A. Dutch disease and over-reliance on a single resource

B. Corruption and poor governance

C. Lack of human capital and institutional capacity

Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10

The Earth's climate system is influenced by a variety of factors, including the amount of solar energy it receives. Which of the following is a key factor that affects the amount of solar energy the Earth receives?

Correct A. The Earth's distance from the Sun

B. The tilt of the Earth's axis

C. The amount of atmospheric gases

D. The Earth's rotation rate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11

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

Correct C. Freeze-thaw weathering

D. Abrasion

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12

The diagram below shows the structure of the Earth's atmosphere. Which layer is responsible for absorbing most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?

A. Troposphere

Correct B. Stratosphere

C. Mesosphere

D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13

The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's meandering path?

A. The river flows in a straight line

B. The river flows in a zigzag pattern

Correct C. The river flows in a meandering path

D. The river flows in a circular path

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14

The diagram below shows a map of a city. Which of the following is a characteristic of the city's population density?

A. The population density is low

Correct B. The population density is high

C. The population density is moderate

D. The population density is decreasing

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15

The diagram below shows a graph of a country's GDP over time. Which of the following is a characteristic of the country's economic growth?

A. The country's GDP is increasing at a steady rate

Correct B. The country's GDP is increasing at a rapid rate

C. The country's GDP is decreasing at a steady rate

D. The country's GDP is decreasing at a rapid rate

Correct Answer: B

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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 erosion of the Niger Delta?

A. Human activities such as deforestation and sand mining

Correct B. Natural factors such as tidal currents and wave action

C. Climate change and sea-level rise

D. Soil compaction and land subsidence

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17

A soil profile in the savanna region of Nigeria shows a distinct B-horizon. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of this horizon?

A. Leaching of soluble salts

Correct B. Eluviation of clay particles

C. Illuviation of organic matter

D. Weathering of rocks

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18

A map of Nigeria shows a region with a high concentration of oil fields. Which of the following is a major environmental issue associated with oil exploration in this region?

A. Soil pollution and degradation

Correct B. Water pollution and contamination

C. Air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions

D. Loss of biodiversity and habitat destruction

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19

A diagram of a river system in Nigeria shows a meandering channel with multiple oxbow lakes. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of these oxbow lakes?

Correct A. Meandering and erosion of the river channel

B. Deposition of sediment and formation of a new channel

C. Tectonic uplift and changes in the river course

D. Human activities such as damming and channelization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20

A graph showing the relationship between population growth and environmental degradation in Nigeria indicates a strong positive correlation. What is the primary cause of this correlation?

Correct A. Increased consumption of natural resources

B. Rapid urbanization and industrialization

C. Climate change and natural disasters

D. Government policies and regulations

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21

The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?

A. Temperature

Correct B. Pressure

C. Humidity

D. Gravity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22

A river's discharge is affected by its slope, channel roughness, and water depth. Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects a river's discharge?

A. Slope

B. Channel roughness

C. Water depth

Correct D. Atmospheric pressure

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23

A company is considering investing in a new industry. The company's management team has identified several factors that could affect the industry's growth, including government policies, market trends, and technological advancements. Which of the following is NOT a factor that could affect the industry's growth?

A. Government policies

B. Market trends

C. Technological advancements

Correct D. Demographic changes

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24

A rock is subjected to weathering and erosion. Which of the following is NOT a type of weathering?

A. Mechanical weathering

B. Chemical weathering

C. Biological weathering

Correct D. Thermal weathering

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25

A company is considering investing in a new industry. The company's management team has identified several factors that could affect the industry's growth, including government policies, market trends, and technological advancements. Which of the following is NOT a factor that could affect the industry's growth?

A. Government policies

B. Market trends

C. Technological advancements

Correct D. Demographic changes

Correct Answer: D

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