POST UTME WELLSPRING UNIVERSITY 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of Economic Geography, what is the primary factor that determines the location of a manufacturing industry?
Correct A. Accessibility to raw materials
B. Availability of labor
C. Proximity to markets
D. Government incentives

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
What is the primary characteristic of the Tropical Rainforest climate?
A. High temperatures and low precipitation
Correct B. High temperatures and high precipitation
C. Low temperatures and high precipitation
D. Low temperatures and low precipitation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
In the context of Population and Settlement Studies, what is the primary factor that determines the growth rate of a population?
A. Birth rate
B. Death rate
C. Net migration rate
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
What is the primary characteristic of the Savanna climate?
A. High temperatures and high precipitation
Correct B. High temperatures and low precipitation
C. Low temperatures and high precipitation
D. Low temperatures and low precipitation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
In the context of Map Reading and Interpretation, what is the primary purpose of a contour line?
Correct A. To represent the elevation of a feature
B. To represent the slope of a feature
C. To represent the direction of a feature
D. To represent the distance between features

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
Determine the type of vegetation belt that exists in the tropical rainforest region of West Africa, given the high levels of rainfall and temperature throughout the year.
A. Tropical Savanna
Correct B. Tropical Rainforest
C. Temperate Rainforest
D. Temperate Deciduous Forest

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A rock sample is collected from the surface of the Earth and is found to have a density of 2.5 g/cm³. What is the likely composition of the rock?
Correct A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Hydrothermal

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
A diagram of the Earth's solar system is shown below. What is the correct order of the planets in our solar system, starting from the Sun?
Correct A. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
B. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune
C. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
D. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Uranus, Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A diagram of a soil profile is shown below. What is the likely type of soil that exists in the B horizon?
A. Allophanic
Correct B. Ferralitic
C. Oxisolic
D. Ultisolic

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
A diagram of a river system is shown below. What is the likely type of river that exists in the delta region?
A. Distributary
B. Meandering
C. Straight
Correct D. Deltaic

Correct Answer: D

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Question 11
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?
Correct A. Gall-Peters Projection
B. Mercator Projection
C. Robinson Projection
D. Azimuthal Equidistant Projection

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The savannas of Africa are characterized by which of the following vegetation types?
A. Tropical Rainforest
Correct B. Savanna Grassland
C. Desert
D. Temperate Rainforest

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
Soil erosion is a major environmental issue in Nigeria due to the country's geography and climate. Which of the following factors contributes to soil erosion?
A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Urbanization
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The Niger Delta is a region of Nigeria known for its rich biodiversity and economic importance. Which of the following is a major environmental issue affecting the Niger Delta?
Correct A. Oil Spills
B. Deforestation
C. Soil Erosion
D. Climate Change

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The concept of sustainable development is crucial in addressing environmental issues in Nigeria. Which of the following principles of sustainable development is most relevant to environmental conservation?
Correct A. Inter generational equity
B. Intra generational equity
C. Environmental conservation
D. Economic development

Correct Answer: A

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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 formation of this network?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Erosion by rivers
C. Deposition of sediment
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The Benue Trough is a major geological feature in Nigeria. What type of rocks are typically found in this region?
A. Igneous rocks
Correct B. Sedimentary rocks
C. Metamorphic rocks
D. Volcanic rocks

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its unique vegetation. Which of the following vegetation types is commonly found in this region?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Mangrove forest
Correct D. Mountain forest

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The Niger River is a major source of hydroelectric power in Nigeria. What is the approximate capacity of the Kainji Dam?
A. 500 MW
B. 1000 MW
Correct C. 2000 MW
D. 3000 MW

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its unique geology. What type of rocks are typically found in this region?
Correct A. Granite
B. Basalt
C. Sandstone
D. Limestone

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The concept of 'Environmental Impact Assessment' (EIA) is most closely associated with which of the following stages of the environmental management process?
Correct A. Planning
B. Implementation
C. Monitoring
D. Evaluation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A river's discharge is affected by its
A. Gradient
B. Velocity
C. Depth
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The process of plate tectonics is primarily responsible for the formation of
A. Mountain ranges
B. Volcanoes
C. Continental drift
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The 'Greenhouse Effect' is primarily caused by the presence of
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Methane
C. Nitrous oxide
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The 'Water Cycle' is also known as the
Correct A. Hydrologic Cycle
B. Carbon Cycle
C. Nitrogen Cycle
D. Oxygen Cycle

Correct Answer: A

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