JAMB UTME - Geography - 2004 | Green Bridge CBT

Question 1 Report

Unemployment and underemployment are at high levels in West Africa cities because?

the people in these cities are lazy

there is a large youthful population

many of the city-dwellers are skilled

industrialization is at a slow pace Correct answer

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Question 2 Report

The highest lands in Nigeria are found on the?

Mambilla Plateau Correct answer

Oban Hills

North Central Plateau

Western Highlands

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The highest lands in Nigeria are found on the Mambilla Plateau. The Mambilla Plateau is a highland region located in Taraba State, in the northeastern part of Nigeria. It is the highest plateau in Nigeria, with an average elevation of about 1,600 meters (5,250 feet) above sea level. The plateau is known for its cool climate, scenic beauty, and unique flora and fauna. It is also a popular tourist destination and a major agricultural hub in Nigeria, with crops like tea, coffee, and potatoes being grown on its fertile lands.

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Question 3 Report

Two examples of inland drainage lakes in Africa are?

Lake Chad and Lake Edwards Correct answer

Lake Victoria and Lake Ngami

Lake Chad and Lake Turkana

Lake Malawi and Lake Turkana

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Question 4 Report

A serious environmental hazard which causes both vertical lateral displacement of part of the earth's crust is?

earthquake Correct answer

volcano

landslide

weathering

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The serious environmental hazard which causes both vertical and lateral displacement of part of the earth's crust is an earthquake. An earthquake is a natural phenomenon that occurs when two tectonic plates beneath the earth's surface suddenly move against each other, causing seismic waves to ripple through the ground. The energy released by the movement of the plates causes the earth's surface to shake and can result in both vertical and lateral displacement of the crust. Vertical displacement occurs when one section of the earth's crust is lifted higher than the surrounding areas, while lateral displacement occurs when one section of the crust moves horizontally relative to another section. These movements can lead to a wide range of hazardous effects, such as ground ruptures, landslides, tsunamis, and building collapses. Therefore, it is important to take measures to prevent and prepare for earthquakes by implementing building codes, conducting regular safety drills, and monitoring seismic activity.

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Question 5 Report

In the Niger Delta, the features that are clearly visible are?

white sandy beaches, tall trees and salt-water swamps

white sandy beaches, reddish sandy beaches and mangrove trees

white sandy beaches, tall trees and reddish sandy beaches

white sandy beaches, salt-water swaps and mangrove trees Correct answer

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In the Niger Delta, the features that are clearly visible are white sandy beaches, salt-water swamps, and mangrove trees. The Niger Delta is a region in Nigeria that is located near the Atlantic Ocean. It is characterized by a complex network of rivers, creeks, and wetlands that are home to a wide variety of plants and animals. The region is also known for its extensive oil reserves, which have led to significant environmental degradation and social conflict. The white sandy beaches, salt-water swamps, and mangrove trees are all visible features of the Niger Delta landscape that are easily recognizable. The reddish sandy beaches are not a feature that is commonly associated with the Niger Delta.

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Question 6 Report

The port that handles the highest volume of timber export in Nigeria is?

Sapele

Warri

Port Harcourt

Lagos Correct answer

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Question 7 Report

The ECOWAS is comparable to the European Union in terms of?

a unified security arrangement

a common border agreement and policing

the freedom of movement within the community Correct answer

uniform currencies besides the local ones

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Question 8 Report

The highest category of rural settlement is the?

village Correct answer

halmet

homestead

hut

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Question 9 Report

Which of these hazards would most likely result directly from deforestation?

Water pollution

Soil erosion

Mass wasting

Drought Correct answer

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Question 10 Report

The areal expansion of towns leads to the?

development of wide streets

takeover of agricultural lands Correct answer

collapse of central markets

emergence of business centres

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Question 11 Report

Air transportation is poorly developed in the Third World because of?

poor economic base Correct answer

few indigenous airline operators

ill-equipped airports

poor technology

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Air transportation is poorly developed in the Third World mainly because of a poor economic base. The high cost of air travel makes it difficult for people in developing countries to afford it. The cost of operating an airline is also high due to the high cost of fuel, aircraft maintenance, and the need for trained personnel. These factors make it difficult for airlines to operate profitably, which discourages investment in the industry. Moreover, many developing countries have limited infrastructure and resources to support a robust air transportation system. This includes ill-equipped airports, inadequate air traffic control systems, and a shortage of skilled aviation personnel. These factors can make it difficult for airlines to operate safely and efficiently. Furthermore, few indigenous airline operators in the Third World means that foreign airlines often dominate the market. Foreign airlines have little incentive to serve remote or less profitable destinations, which further limits access to air transportation for people in developing countries. Poor technology is not a major reason for the underdevelopment of air transportation in the Third World, as many developing countries are adopting modern aviation technology. However, the cost of acquiring and maintaining this technology can be a significant barrier for airlines in developing countries. In summary, the main reason for the underdevelopment of air transportation in the Third World is a poor economic base, which makes it difficult for airlines to operate profitably and for people to afford air travel.

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Question 12 Report

Examples of African rivers with deltaic mouths include the?

Niger, Nile, Orange and Zambezi

Nile, Zaire, Niger and Limpopo

Nile, Niger, Senegal and Volta Correct answer

Zambezi, Nile, Volta and Niger

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Examples of African rivers with deltaic mouths include the Niger, Nile, Senegal, and Volta. A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river, where the river deposits sediment and creates a fan-shaped network of channels and islands. These four rivers have deltaic mouths where they meet the sea, and they are known for their rich biodiversity and economic importance to the countries through which they flow. The other options do not include the Senegal River, the Limpopo River, or the Orange River, which do not have deltaic mouths.

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Question 13 Report

The height of the point marked X is approximately

572m

582m

592m

562m Correct answer

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Question 14 Report

Oil production has made much impact on the development of?

Gabon

libya Correct answer

Algeria

Ghana

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Question 15 Report

From the diagram above, the gross capital formation from 1964 to 1966 was

N1500 million Correct answer

N1200 million

N900 million

N150 million

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Question 16 Report

Rocks which contain metals in concentrations high enough to be economically profitable to extract and refine are referred to as?

terrestrial resources

ores Correct answer

ferrous deposit

minerals

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Rocks which contain metals in concentrations high enough to be economically profitable to extract and refine are referred to as ores. Ores are rocks that have a high enough concentration of a particular metal, such as gold or iron, to make it economically feasible to mine and process the metal for use in manufacturing or other applications. Ores are typically found in deposits, which are areas of rock or soil where the concentration of the metal is high enough to make it worth extracting. Terrestrial resources are resources that are found on Earth, including minerals, water, and air. Ferrous deposits refer specifically to deposits of iron or iron-containing minerals, while minerals are naturally occurring substances that are not derived from living organisms and have a defined chemical composition.

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Question 17 Report

All the settlements are located

on top of hills

away from the floodplains Correct answer

on steep slopes

on the floodplains

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They are located in areas far from the river Mungo valley to avoid flooding.

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Question 18 Report

The proportion of the earth's surface occupied by oceans is approximately?

87%

67% Correct answer

97%

77%

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Question 19 Report

The process by which organic matter is decomposed and synthesized to form part of the soil is known as?

humification Correct answer

mineralization

laterization

nitrification

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Question 20 Report

The rapid rate of population growth in developing countries has let to?

high international emigration

the pressure on available resources

rapid economic development

over population Correct answer

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Question 21 Report

The oldest system of agriculture in Nigeria which now survives only in very remote areas is?

mixed farming

shifting cultivation Correct answer

marketing gardening

bush fallowing

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The oldest system of agriculture in Nigeria which now survives only in very remote areas is shifting cultivation, also known as slash-and-burn agriculture. Shifting cultivation is a traditional method of farming that involves clearing a patch of land, burning the vegetation, and planting crops. After a few years, the soil becomes depleted, and the farmer moves on to a new patch of land, leaving the previous plot to regenerate for several years before being used again. This system of agriculture has been used for centuries by indigenous people around the world and is still practiced in some remote areas where modern farming methods have not been adopted. Mixed farming involves growing crops and raising animals together, while marketing gardening involves growing crops for sale in local markets. Bush fallowing is a technique that is sometimes used in conjunction with shifting cultivation, where a patch of land is left fallow for an extended period to allow the vegetation to regenerate.

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Question 22 Report

Which of the following groups consists of energy resources?

Petroleum, uranium and manganese

coal, bauxite and uranium

water, copper and sun

Coal, Petroleum and water Correct answer

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Question 23 Report

In what stage of development is the river?

Late youth

Old age Correct answer

Early youth

Maturity age

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Question 24 Report

Trade in ivory has declined in recent years because of?

stringent international control

marked decrease in world demand

the development of synthetic substitutes Correct answer

marked decrease in population of elephants

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Question 25 Report

A modern method of animal rearing in which pasture is grown for the animals is called?

pastoralism

free range

transhumance

ranching Correct answer

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The modern method of animal rearing in which pasture is grown for the animals is called ranching. In ranching, animals are raised on large plots of land where they have access to a variety of food sources, including grasses, grains, and other vegetation. The ranchers grow and manage the pasture to ensure that the animals have enough food throughout the year. This method of animal rearing is different from pastoralism, where animals are allowed to graze freely on open land, and transhumance, where animals are moved between different grazing areas depending on the season. Ranching is often seen as a more sustainable and efficient way of raising animals for meat and dairy production, as it allows for better management of the animals and their environment.

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Question 26 Report

Migrant-receiving areas tend to be characterized by?

equal sex ratio

high per capita income

the predominance of males

extensive industrial development Correct answer

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Question 27 Report

Most of the iron ores produced in Africa are exported because?

the producing countries have good transport systems to coastal ports

the producing countries have low internal consumption capacities

they can only be smelted in modern furnaces that are not locally available Correct answer

they are of good quality and in high demand

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Question 28 Report

The diagram is a

pie chart Correct answer

chloropeth map

proportional graph

bar graph

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Question 29 Report

The mass of air whose isobars form a circular shape, with low pressure in the centre and increasing towards the outside, is known as?

hurricane

typhoon

harmathan

cyclone Correct answer

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The mass of air whose isobars form a circular shape, with low pressure in the centre and increasing towards the outside, is known as a cyclone. A cyclone is a weather phenomenon that is characterized by strong winds, heavy rainfall, and sometimes thunderstorms. Cyclones can be very destructive and can cause significant damage to buildings and infrastructure. They are caused by differences in atmospheric pressure and temperature, and they are most common in areas near the equator. Cyclones are also known by other names, such as hurricanes and typhoons, depending on their location in the world.

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Question 30 Report

Squatter settlements are indicative of?

the dominance of small families

poor urban planning

shortage of building materials

the great pressure on available housing Correct answer

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Squatter settlements are indicative of poor urban planning and great pressure on available housing. Squatter settlements are unplanned, informal housing areas that are typically located on the outskirts of urban areas. They are often characterized by overcrowding, poor sanitation, lack of basic infrastructure, and insecure land tenure. The emergence of squatter settlements is a response to the high demand for housing in urban areas. Many people who cannot afford formal housing options are forced to live in informal settlements. This demand for housing is fueled by rapid urbanization and population growth in developing countries. Squatter settlements are indicative of poor urban planning because they arise as a result of inadequate provision of formal housing by city authorities. The lack of affordable housing options and basic services such as water, sanitation, and electricity in formal housing areas leads to the growth of informal settlements. Furthermore, the great pressure on available housing is a major factor contributing to the emergence of squatter settlements. The shortage of affordable housing options and the high cost of living in urban areas means that many people are unable to find formal housing options. As a result, they are forced to seek alternative informal housing options, such as squatter settlements. In summary, squatter settlements are indicative of poor urban planning and great pressure on available housing. They arise as a response to the high demand for housing in urban areas and the lack of affordable housing options and basic services in formal housing areas.

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Question 31 Report

The histogram shows that a steady growth of gross capital formation occurred between

1967 and 1971

1964 and 1968

1969 and 1973 Correct answer

1966 and 1970

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The graph shows steady growth between 1969 and 1973.

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Question 32 Report

Which is the simplest method of rapid distance measurement in surveying?

Pacing

Tape measurement

Changing

Compass measurement Correct answer

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Question 33 Report

The country that relies heavily on imported raw materials for her industrial development is?

The United States of America

France

The United Kingdom

Japan Correct answer

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The country that relies heavily on imported raw materials for her industrial development is Japan. Japan is a resource-poor country, meaning it has limited natural resources such as oil, coal, and iron ore. As a result, Japan has had to rely on importing these raw materials to fuel its industries. This strategy has been successful for Japan, as it has become one of the world's leading industrial powers despite its resource limitations. In fact, Japan's economy is heavily dependent on exports of manufactured goods, which are produced using imported raw materials. While other countries like the United States, France, and the United Kingdom also import raw materials, Japan's reliance on imports is particularly high due to its limited domestic resources.

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Question 34 Report

The process whereby water changes from liquid to gaseous state is called?

freezing

condensation

evaporation Correct answer

sublimation

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Question 35 Report

The human factor that contributes to the population growth of an area is?

death rate

industrialization Correct answer

afforestation

emigration

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Question 36 Report

Express the agricultural production of Y in degrees.

57 degrees

67 degrees Correct answer

37 degrees

47 degrees

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Question 37 Report

The settlement pattern associated with pastoral farming is?

radial

dispersed Correct answer

nucleated

linear

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The settlement pattern associated with pastoral farming is dispersed. Pastoral farming is a type of agriculture that involves raising livestock such as sheep, cattle, and goats. Since pastoralists rely on grazing land for their animals, they need large areas of land to support their herds. As a result, their settlements tend to be spread out over a wide area, rather than clustered together in one location. This allows the animals to graze in different areas, reducing the risk of overgrazing and ensuring that the pasture is able to regenerate over time. In addition, dispersed settlements also provide pastoralists with greater flexibility in terms of their movements and access to different grazing areas, depending on seasonal changes and other factors. Overall, the dispersed settlement pattern is well-suited to the needs and practices of pastoral farming.

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Question 38 Report

In the humid tropical lands, structure of mature forests is closely related to the demand for?

light Correct answer

shade

water

food

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Question 39 Report

The distance by road from Zara to Lime is approximately

4km

6km

10km Correct answer

8km

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Question 40 Report

The major factor responsible for the low population density in the west coast of Southern Africa is?

slave trade

low rainfall Correct answer

rugged relief

disease infestation

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The major factor responsible for the low population density in the west coast of Southern Africa is low rainfall. The west coast of Southern Africa, which includes countries like Namibia and Angola, is characterized by arid and semi-arid regions with low rainfall. This makes it difficult for agriculture to thrive, and as a result, the area has limited opportunities for settlement and economic development. The lack of water also affects other economic activities like livestock rearing and fishing, which further limits the potential for human settlement in the region. While factors like slave trade, rugged relief, and disease infestation may have had some impact on population density in the past, low rainfall remains the primary reason for the low population density in the region today.

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Question 41 Report

The two likely occupations in the area are fishing and

Lumbering

Manufacturing

Mining

Farming Correct answer

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Question 42 Report

In a ecosystem, bacteria and some other microscopic organisms are best described as?

secondary consumers

major decomposers

primary decomposers Correct answer

primary consumers

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Question 43 Report

Tin-mining activities in Nigeria are the main causes of environmental degradation on the?

Western Highlands

Eastern Highlands

Jos Plateau Correct answer

Obudu Plateau

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Tin-mining activities in Nigeria are the main causes of environmental degradation on the Jos Plateau. The mining activities have resulted in the disturbance of the natural ecosystem, leading to soil erosion, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity. The use of chemicals and heavy metals in mining operations has also led to the contamination of water sources, posing a threat to both humans and animals. These environmental impacts have had negative effects on the health and livelihoods of the people living in the area. The Western Highlands, Eastern Highlands, and Obudu Plateau are not directly affected by tin-mining activities in Nigeria.

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Question 44 Report

The invisible component of international trade consist of?

precious metals and fuels

processed foods and textile

financial service and tourism Correct answer

raw materials and machinery

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The invisible component of international trade consists of financial services and tourism. The visible component of international trade refers to physical goods that are transported across borders, such as raw materials, machinery, and processed foods. In contrast, the invisible component of international trade refers to services that are traded across borders, such as financial services and tourism. Financial services include things like banking, insurance, and investment services, while tourism includes things like travel and accommodation services. These services are considered "invisible" because they do not involve the physical transport of goods across borders, and are therefore not as easily visible or measurable as physical goods.

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Question 45 Report

Textile industries in Nigeria are located mostly at?

Aba

Oyo

Kaduna Correct answer

Kano

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Textile industries in Nigeria are located mostly in Kaduna and Kano. These two states are known for their rich history of textile production, which dates back to the pre-colonial era. Kaduna, in particular, is known for its cotton production, which is a key raw material for textile manufacturing. The state has a number of textile mills and factories, and its products are exported to other countries in West Africa. Kano, on the other hand, is known for its traditional weaving and dyeing techniques, which have been passed down through generations. The state is home to a number of small-scale weaving and dyeing industries, as well as larger textile factories. While other states in Nigeria, such as Aba and Oyo, also have textile industries, Kaduna and Kano are known to have the largest concentration of textile factories in the country.

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Question 46 Report

Zara town is located in the

Southeast

Southwest

Northeast Correct answer

Northwest

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Zara town is located in the Northeast region of Nigeria. The Northeast region is one of the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria, comprising of six states, namely: Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, and Yobe. Zara town is most likely located in one of these states. The Northeast region is known for its diverse culture, history, and tourist attractions, including national parks, wildlife reserves, and historic landmarks. The region has a rich agricultural and mineral resources base, with crops such as sorghum, millet, and maize being grown in its fertile lands, and minerals such as gypsum, limestone, and crude oil being mined in its subsoil.

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Question 47 Report

If the standard time is of a country is GMT + 1hr, which longitude's local time is adopted by the country?

60°W

60°E

16°W

15°E Correct answer

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If the standard time of a country is GMT + 1hr, it means that the country is one hour ahead of the Greenwich Mean Time, which is the reference time for the world. Since each degree of longitude is equivalent to four minutes of time difference, the country is located 15 degrees east of the Prime Meridian (0 degrees longitude), which is the reference line for longitude. Therefore, the longitude's local time adopted by the country is 15°E.

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Question 48 Report

Spruce, fir and pine are tress found in the?

Mediterranean woodlands

Monsoon forest Correct answer

Coniferous forests

Tropical rainforests

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