POST UTME UNN 2020 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of rocks and landform development, what is the primary mechanism by which weathering occurs?
A. Mechanical weathering
Correct B. Chemical weathering
C. Biological weathering
D. Thermal weathering

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A map is drawn to a scale of 1:50,000. If the distance between two points on the map is 5 cm, what is the actual distance between the two points in meters?
A. 250 m
Correct B. 500 m
C. 750 m
D. 1000 m

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A diagram of a river profile is shown below. What is the name of the landform feature labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Delta
B. Meander
C. Oxbow lake
D. Waterfall

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
What is the primary cause of deforestation in Nigeria?
A. Overpopulation
B. Climate change
Correct C. Agricultural expansion
D. Urbanization

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
A diagram of a simple harmonic motion is shown below. What is the amplitude of the motion?
A. 2 cm
Correct B. 4 cm
C. 6 cm
D. 8 cm

Correct Answer: B

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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
Correct A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT typically found in this type of valley?
A. Meander
B. Oxbow lake
C. Delta
Correct D. Plateau

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The concept of carrying capacity refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that can be supported by a given environment without causing harm to the environment. Which of the following is a factor that affects carrying capacity?
A. Availability of food
B. Availability of water
C. Availability of shelter
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
The diagram below shows a graph of population growth over time. What is the name of the stage of population growth where the population grows rapidly and the birth rate exceeds the death rate?
Correct A. Exponential growth
B. Logistic growth
C. Stationary growth
D. Decline

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The process of plate tectonics that involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere is known as
A. Continental drift
Correct B. Sea-floor spreading
C. Plate convergence
D. Plate divergence

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global wind patterns. What is the primary reason for the formation of the trade winds in the tropics?
A. The Coriolis effect deflects winds to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere.
B. The trade winds are formed due to the temperature difference between the equator and the poles.
C. The trade winds are driven by the high pressure systems near the equator.
Correct D. The trade winds are influenced by the Earth's rotation and the temperature difference between the equator and the poles.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The Niger Delta is a region of high sedimentation due to the Niger River's discharge. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of the Niger Delta?
Correct A. The Niger River's discharge of sediment into the Gulf of Guinea.
B. The Niger River's meandering course through the delta region.
C. The Niger River's confluence with the Benue River.
D. The Niger River's discharge of freshwater into the Gulf of Guinea.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The Benue Trough is a region of significant tectonic activity in Nigeria. What is the primary reason for the formation of the Benue Trough?
Correct A. The Benue Trough is a rift valley formed due to the rifting of the African continent.
B. The Benue Trough is a fold mountain formed due to the collision of the African and Eurasian plates.
C. The Benue Trough is a region of volcanic activity due to the movement of the African plate.
D. The Benue Trough is a region of sedimentation due to the deposition of sediments from the Benue River.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The Jos Plateau is a region of significant volcanic activity in Nigeria. What is the primary reason for the formation of the Jos Plateau?
Correct A. The Jos Plateau is a region of volcanic activity due to the movement of the African plate.
B. The Jos Plateau is a region of sedimentation due to the deposition of sediments from the Benue River.
C. The Jos Plateau is a region of tectonic activity due to the rifting of the African continent.
D. The Jos Plateau is a region of metamorphism due to the alteration of rocks under high pressure and temperature.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa. What is the primary reason for the Niger River's discharge into the Gulf of Guinea?
A. The Niger River's discharge is influenced by the Coriolis effect.
B. The Niger River's discharge is influenced by the temperature difference between the equator and the poles.
C. The Niger River's discharge is influenced by the high pressure systems near the equator.
Correct D. The Niger River's discharge is influenced by the Earth's rotation and the temperature difference between the equator and the poles.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical and chemical weathering. Which of the following is an example of physical weathering?
Correct A. Freezing and thawing of water in rocks
B. Chemical reaction between rocks and acidic rainwater
C. Erosion of rocks by wind and water
D. Heat from the sun causing rocks to expand

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn affects the movement of ocean currents. What is the primary reason for the formation of the Gulf Stream?
A. The difference in temperature between the equator and the poles
Correct B. The rotation of the Earth causing the Coriolis effect
C. The movement of tectonic plates
D. The trade winds blowing from the equator towards the poles

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following is a characteristic of a river delta?
A. A mixture of sand and silt
Correct B. A network of distributaries
C. A flat, low-lying area
D. A steep, rocky coastline

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between population density and economic development. What is the primary conclusion that can be drawn from this graph?
A. There is a direct relationship between population density and economic development
Correct B. There is an inverse relationship between population density and economic development
C. There is no relationship between population density and economic development
D. The relationship between population density and economic development is complex

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a map of the world's major oil-producing regions. Which of the following is a characteristic of the oil-producing regions?
Correct A. They are located in tropical regions
B. They are located in areas with high population density
C. They are located in areas with high levels of economic development
D. They are located in areas with high levels of rainfall

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following is a characteristic of the mountain range?
Correct A. It is formed through the movement of tectonic plates
B. It is formed through the erosion of rocks
C. It is formed through the deposition of sediments
D. It is formed through the cooling and solidification of magma

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between GDP and population growth. What is the primary conclusion that can be drawn from this graph?
Correct A. There is a direct relationship between GDP and population growth
B. There is an inverse relationship between GDP and population growth
C. There is no relationship between GDP and population growth
D. The relationship between GDP and population growth is complex

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a map of the world's major agricultural regions. Which of the following is a characteristic of the agricultural regions?
Question 24
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global wind patterns. What is the primary mechanism by which the Coriolis effect affects wind direction?
Correct A. Deflection of winds by the Earth's rotation
B. Changes in atmospheric pressure
C. Temperature gradients
D. Mountain ranges and coastlines

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
A company is considering investing in a new mining project. The project's feasibility study indicates that the mine will produce 100,000 tons of iron ore per year for 20 years. If the market price of iron ore is 50 per ton, what is the total revenue generated by the mine over its 20-year lifespan?
A. 1,000,000,000
B. 1,500,000,000
Correct C. 2,000,000,000
D. 2,500,000,000

Correct Answer: C

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