POST UTME VERITAS UNIVERSITY 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosive action?
Correct A. A waterfall
B. A delta
C. A meander
D. A lake

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosive action?
Correct A. A waterfall
B. A delta
C. A meander
D. A lake

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosive action?
Correct A. A waterfall
B. A delta
C. A meander
D. A lake

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosive action?
Correct A. A waterfall
B. A delta
C. A meander
D. A lake

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosive action?
Correct A. A waterfall
B. A delta
C. A meander
D. A lake

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The population growth rate of Nigeria is influenced by the country's high birth rate and low death rate. However, the population growth rate is also affected by the rate of natural increase, which is the difference between the birth rate and the death rate. If the birth rate is 35 per 1,000 people and the death rate is 20 per 1,000 people, what is the rate of natural increase?
Correct A. 0.015
B. 0.025
C. 0.035
D. 0.045

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers, creeks, and wetlands. The region's geography has been shaped by the activities of humans, including oil exploration and deforestation. What is the primary impact of these human activities on the region's ecosystem?
A. Loss of biodiversity
B. Increased sedimentation
C. Reduced water quality
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The Jos Plateau in Nigeria is a region of volcanic origin, characterized by a series of hills and valleys. The region's geology is dominated by igneous and metamorphic rocks. What is the primary process that has shaped the region's landscape?
A. Weathering and erosion
B. Plate tectonics
Correct C. Volcanic activity
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa, stretching over 4,100 kilometers from its source in Guinea to its delta on the Gulf of Guinea. The river's basin covers an area of approximately 2 million square kilometers, supporting a population of over 150 million people. What is the primary economic activity that takes place in the Niger River basin?
Correct A. Agriculture
B. Fishing
C. Mining
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The Nigerian government has implemented various policies to promote sustainable development in the country. One of these policies is the National Environmental Policy, which aims to protect the environment and promote sustainable use of natural resources. What is the primary goal of the National Environmental Policy?
A. To promote economic growth
B. To protect the environment
Correct C. To promote sustainable use of natural resources
D. To reduce poverty

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The Earth's axial tilt is responsible for the seasonal variations in temperature and precipitation patterns. What is the approximate angle of the Earth's axial tilt?
A. 22.5°
Correct B. 23.5°
C. 25°
D. 28°

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following map projections is known for preserving angles and shapes?
A. Mercator Projection
Correct B. Gall-Peters Projection
C. Robinson Projection
D. Azimuthal Equidistant Projection

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The Niger Delta is a major oil-producing region in Nigeria. What is the primary economic activity in this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil Exploration
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation type. What is the primary type of vegetation found in the savannas?
A. Tropical Rainforest
Correct B. Savanna Grassland
C. Desert
D. Temperate Forest

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The Amazon Rainforest is a major carbon sink. What is the approximate percentage of the world's oxygen produced by the Amazon Rainforest?
A. 15%
Correct B. 20%
C. 25%
D. 30%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
In the context of population and settlement studies, what is the primary factor that determines the rate of urbanization in a country?
Correct A. Economic growth
B. Technological advancements
C. Demographic changes
D. Government policies

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A rock sample is analyzed and found to have a density of 2.5 g/cm³. If the sample weighs 50 g, what is its volume?
A. 20 cm³
Correct B. 25 cm³
C. 30 cm³
D. 35 cm³

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
A map shows a river flowing through a valley. What type of landform is the valley?
A. Dolomite
B. Limestone
Correct C. Valley
D. Plateau

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
A company is planning to establish a new factory in a rural area. What environmental issue should the company consider?
A. Air pollution
Correct B. Water pollution
C. Soil erosion
D. Noise pollution

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
A map shows a road network with several intersections. What type of map projection is used?
A. Mercator
Correct B. Gall-Peters
C. Robinson
D. Azimuthal equidistant

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of a star in the sky due to the movement of the Earth. This phenomenon is known as
A. Asterism
B. Precession
C. Refraction
Correct D. Aberration

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
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 23
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. Which part is responsible for photosynthesis?
A. A
Correct B. B
C. C
D. D

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The graph below shows the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the yield of a crop. What is the name of the type of relationship shown in the graph?
A. Direct proportion
Correct B. Inverse proportion
C. Direct variation
D. Inverse variation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The diagram below shows the structure of a simple harmonic oscillator. What is the name of the force that acts on the oscillator?
A. Frictional force
B. Normal force
C. Tension force
Correct D. Spring force

Correct Answer: D

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