POST UTME WELLSPRING UNIVERSITY 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation belts in the African continent. Which of the following vegetation belts is NOT found in the region marked 'A'?
Correct A. Mediterranean
B. Tropical Rainforest
C. Savanna
D. Desert

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The equation of a straight line is given by ( y = mx + c ). If the line passes through the points ( (2, 3) ) and ( (4, 5) ), find the value of ( m ).
A. 1
Correct B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's crust. Identify the type of rock formation labeled 'A'.
Correct A. Sedimentary
B. Igneous
C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The table below shows the population growth of a city over a period of 10 years. What is the average annual growth rate?
A. 2%
Correct B. 3%
C. 4%
D. 5%

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a map of the African continent. Identify the country labeled 'A'.
Correct A. Egypt
B. Nigeria
C. South Africa
D. Morocco

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the likely reason for the formation of the meander?
A. Tectonic uplift
Correct B. River erosion
C. Glacial activity
D. Volcanic eruption

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A company is considering the construction of a new factory in a rural area. The factory will require a large amount of water for cooling purposes. What is the likely environmental impact of this factory?
A. Increased water table
B. Decreased water table
C. No impact on water table
Correct D. Increased water pollution

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
A map shows a region with a high concentration of population and economic activity. What is the likely reason for this concentration?
A. Proximity to a natural resource
Correct B. Proximity to a transportation hub
C. Proximity to a market
D. Proximity to a government facility

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
A geologist is studying the formation of a mountain range. What is the likely process responsible for the formation of the mountain range?
Correct A. Plate tectonics
B. Volcanic activity
C. Weathering and erosion
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
A company is considering the construction of a new dam in a region with a high concentration of wildlife. What is the likely impact of the dam on the local ecosystem?
A. Increased biodiversity
Correct B. Decreased biodiversity
C. No impact on biodiversity
D. Increased water pollution

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water molecules within the rock's pores is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
Correct B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The diagram below represents the movement of tectonic plates. Which of the following statements is true about the process?
A. The plates are moving apart.
Correct B. The plates are colliding.
C. The plates are sliding past each other.
D. The plates are stationary.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The climate of a region is determined by its proximity to the equator and the prevailing wind patterns. Which of the following regions has a tropical savanna climate?
A. The Sahara Desert
B. The Amazon Rainforest
C. The Congo Basin
Correct D. The Serengeti Plains

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a river. Which of the following statements is true about the river's morphology?
Correct A. The river is a meandering river.
B. The river is a braided river.
C. The river is a straight river.
D. The river is a deltaic river.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 10 years?
A. 150,000
B. 200,000
Correct C. 250,000
D. 300,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
The process of soil formation through the accumulation of organic matter and minerals is known as:
Correct A. Pedogenesis
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Weathering

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the process labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Erosion
B. Deposition
C. Weathering
D. Tectonic Uplift

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The economic importance of the Niger Delta region in Nigeria can be attributed to its rich reserves of:
Correct A. Oil and Gas
B. Coal
C. Iron Ore
D. Copper

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The map below shows the location of the Benue Trough in Nigeria. What is the primary economic activity associated with this region?
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a simple economic model. What is the relationship between the variables labeled 'X' and 'Y'?
Correct A. Direct Proportion
B. Inverse Proportion
C. Direct Variation
D. Inverse Variation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosional activity?
A. A meandering river
B. A waterfall
C. A valley
Correct D. Oxygen in the air

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The Earth's climate is influenced by the following factors EXCEPT
A. Latitude
B. Altitude
C. Distance from the equator
Correct D. The color of the sky

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. Which of the following states is NOT a part of the Niger Delta region?
A. Lagos State
B. Delta State
C. Rivers State
Correct D. Kogi State

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The Earth's rotation causes the following phenomenon EXCEPT
A. Day and night
B. Seasonal changes
C. Tides
Correct D. The color of the sky

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Which of the following landforms is a result of the mountain-building process?
Correct A. A mountain range
B. A valley
C. A plateau
D. An ocean

Correct Answer: A

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