POST UTME VERITAS UNIVERSITY 2025 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support. Which of the following factors is NOT a determinant of carrying capacity?
A. Climate
B. Availability of resources
Correct C. Technological advancements
D. Population growth rate

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
A tropical rainforest is characterized by a high level of biodiversity and a complex canopy structure. Which of the following vegetation belts is NOT a characteristic of a tropical rainforest?
A. Emergent layer
B. Canopy layer
C. Understory layer
Correct D. Tundra

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
The formation of soil is influenced by several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in the formation of soil?
A. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
Correct D. Human activity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which influences global wind patterns. Which of the following is NOT a consequence of the Coriolis effect?
A. Global wind patterns are influenced by the Coriolis effect
B. The Coriolis effect causes ocean currents to move in a circular motion
Correct C. The Coriolis effect has no effect on global climate patterns
D. The Coriolis effect causes the formation of high and low-pressure systems

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The concept of 'resource curse' refers to the phenomenon where an abundance of natural resources in a country leads to economic instability and conflict. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a country experiencing the resource curse?
A. Corruption is a common feature of resource-rich countries
B. Economic instability is a characteristic of resource-rich countries
Correct C. Resource-rich countries tend to have higher levels of economic growth
D. Conflict is a common feature of resource-rich countries

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
A map projection is a representation of 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 7
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 8
The solar system is composed of eight planets, five dwarf planets, and other smaller bodies. Which of the following planets is known for being the largest planet in our solar system?
A. Earth
B. Saturn
Correct C. Jupiter
D. Uranus

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The Niger Delta is a major economic region in Nigeria, known for its rich oil reserves. Which of the following states is not part of the Niger Delta region?
A. Rivers State
B. Delta State
C. Bayelsa State
Correct D. Kogi State

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. What is the estimated annual growth rate of the population?
A. 2.5%
Correct B. 3.5%
C. 4.5%
D. 5.5%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
A river with a high gradient and a narrow valley floor is more likely to exhibit which of the following landform processes?
A. Meandering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
Correct D. Cutting

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a deltaic deposit. Which of the following is a characteristic of the deposit shown?
A. Coarse-grained sediment
Correct B. Fine-grained sediment
C. High-angle cross-bedding
D. Low-angle cross-bedding

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
A soil profile showing a distinct B-horizon is more likely to be found in which of the following environments?
A. Tropical rainforest
Correct B. Temperate deciduous forest
C. Grassland
D. Desert

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a geological cross-section of a fold. Which of the following is a characteristic of the fold shown?
A. Symmetrical fold
Correct B. Asymmetrical fold
C. Recumbent fold
D. Overturned fold

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
A climate with high temperatures and low precipitation throughout the year is classified as which of the following climate types?
A. Tropical savanna
Correct B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Temperate deciduous forest

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of a star in the sky due to the finite speed of light. This phenomenon is known as
Correct A. Aberration
B. Refraction
C. Scintillation
D. Parallax

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
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. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
Correct D. Geology

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
A map scale is a graphical representation of the relationship between distances on a map and actual distances on the ground. What is the ratio of the map scale if the distance between two points on the map is 5 cm and the actual distance between the two points is 25 km?
A. 1:5000
Correct B. 1:50000
C. 1:500000
D. 1:5000000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The process of plate tectonics involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere. What is the term for the movement of the lithosphere at a rate of 2-3 cm/year?
A. Convergent
B. Divergent
Correct C. Transform
D. Continental Drift

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The diagram below shows the distribution of gold reserves in Africa. Which country has the largest gold reserves?
Correct A. South Africa
B. Ghana
C. Nigeria
D. Egypt

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The diagram below shows the process of plate tectonics. What is the name of the process by which the Earth's crust is broken and reformed?
A. Continental drift
Correct B. Plate tectonics
C. Seafloor spreading
D. Mountain building

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The diagram below shows the structure of the Earth's atmosphere. What is the name of the layer of the atmosphere that contains the majority of the Earth's atmospheric gases?
Correct A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The diagram below shows the process of photosynthesis. What is the name of the reactant that is released during the process of photosynthesis?
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Water
C. Glucose
Correct D. Oxygen

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The diagram below shows the structure of the Earth's magnetic field. What is the name of the region of the Earth's magnetic field where the magnetic field lines are strongest?
A. Polar region
B. Equatorial region
C. Magnetic equator
Correct D. Magnetic pole

Correct Answer: D

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