JAMB UTME - Geography - 2020 | Green Bridge CBT

Question 1 Report

Rainfall would normally be expected at location

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Question 2 Report

Production of diamond in thousand of carats. The percentage of diamond produced by 'Other' is approximately

5.38%

9.80%

10.00%

10.26%

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Question 3 Report

The Oke-Hatis Road passes through the floodable plain of River Haba by means of

A flyover

An embankment

An underground passage

A road cutting

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The Oke-Hatis Road passes through the floodable plain of River Haba by means of an embankment. An embankment is a raised structure built along the side of a road to prevent it from being flooded during heavy rain or high water levels in nearby rivers. The road is constructed on top of the embankment, which acts as a barrier to keep the water out and ensure that the road remains accessible even during heavy rainfall. This helps to ensure the safety of drivers and passengers, as well as maintaining access to the area for commerce and transportation.

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Question 4 Report

In which of the following types of vegetation would broad-leaved evergreen, lianas and epiphytyes be commonly found?

Deciduous woodland

Chaparral

Tropical rainforest

Boral forest

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Broad-leaved evergreens, lianas, and epiphytes are commonly found in tropical rainforests. Tropical rainforests are characterized by their high rainfall, warm temperatures, and abundant vegetation. Broad-leaved evergreens are trees that retain their leaves year-round, providing a constant source of food and shelter for wildlife. Lianas are woody vines that climb up trees, sometimes reaching the forest canopy, and epiphytes are plants that grow on other plants for support, but do not take nutrients from them. The other types of vegetation listed are: - Deciduous woodland, which is characterized by trees that lose their leaves in the fall and grow new leaves in the spring. - Chaparral, which is a type of vegetation found in Mediterranean climates and is characterized by tough, leathery leaves and a dense shrub layer. - Boral forest, which is a type of forest found in cool, temperate climates and is characterized by tall, coniferous trees with needle-like leaves.

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Question 5 Report

A mature soil with distinct horizons occurring in a particular climate zone, but influenced strongly by topography is?

zonal soil

intrazonal soil

azonal soilm

alluvial soil

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Question 6 Report

The annual rainfall along the coast of Kenya is less than expected for an equatorial region because of the?

subsidence of airmasses

configuration of the coastline

presence of a cold current

high altitude of the area

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Question 7 Report

The drainage pattern of the Gindi river basin is

Rectangular

Radial

Trellis

Dendritic

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The drainage pattern of the Gindi river basin is likely to be dendritic. A dendritic drainage pattern is characterized by a network of streams that resemble the branches of a tree, with tributaries joining together to form larger streams, which eventually converge into a main stem. This type of pattern is commonly found in areas with relatively flat terrain and uniform rock types, where streams are able to develop a maze-like network of channels as they meander across the landscape. In a dendritic drainage pattern, the streams follow a random, branching pattern and there is no dominant direction of flow.

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Question 8 Report

Dairy farming is an example of intensive farming commonly practiced in?

Brazil

Denmark

Spain

Niger

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Dairy farming is commonly practiced in Denmark. Dairy farming is a type of intensive farming where cows are kept in large numbers and are milked to produce dairy products like milk, cheese, and butter. In Denmark, the dairy industry is well developed and advanced, with farmers using the latest technology and techniques to increase milk production and improve the welfare of their cows. The country is known for producing high-quality dairy products and exports them to many other countries.

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Question 9 Report

A type of landform that is associated with large scale orogeny is a?

block mountain

volcanic mountain

fold mountain

residual mountain

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Question 10 Report

Chemical weathering in tropical Africa creates domed rock outcropping called?

volcanic rocks

escarpments

scarp

inselbergs

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Chemical weathering in tropical Africa creates domed rock outcroppings called inselbergs. Inselbergs are isolated hills or mountains that rise abruptly from the surrounding plain. They are formed by the gradual erosion of the surrounding area, which leaves the harder rock of the inselbergs standing above the surrounding landscape. In tropical Africa, the combination of intense rainfall, high temperatures, and strong winds contributes to the process of chemical weathering, which breaks down the rock over time. The result is the creation of these unique landforms, which are often rich in biodiversity and support a variety of plant and animal species.

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Question 11 Report

The rise in the population of an area can be measured easily by

multiplying the natural increase by the net migration

subtracting the natural increase from the net migration

adding the natural increase to the migration

dividing the natural increase by the net migration

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The rise in the population of an area can be measured by adding the natural increase to the net migration. Natural increase refers to the number of births minus the number of deaths in a population. Net migration refers to the difference between the number of people moving into an area and the number of people moving out of an area. By adding the natural increase to the net migration, you get the overall change in the population of an area. This number represents the total number of people added to or subtracted from the population due to both births and migration.

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Question 12 Report

If the total population of the city is 500,000. What is the population of ward4?

150,000

125,000

100,000

75,000

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Question 13 Report

The discovery and mining of coal at the foot of the Udi Hills led to the founding of?

Eungu

Okigwe

Akwa

Onitsha

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Question 14 Report

Kondo is situated mainly on a

Hill

Scarp

Ridge

Gap

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Question 15 Report

Which of the following is a warm current?

Labrador current

California current

Benguela current

Florida current

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The Florida current is a warm current. A current is a flow of water in the ocean that is driven by various factors such as wind, tides, and differences in water temperature and salinity. The Florida current is a warm current because it flows from the Gulf of Mexico into the Atlantic Ocean, bringing warm water from the Gulf with it. This warm water affects the climate of the east coast of the United States and the Caribbean, making it warmer and more temperate than other areas at similar latitudes. The Florida current is an important component of the Gulf Stream, which is one of the largest ocean currents in the world.

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Question 16 Report

The Nigerian river with longest distance of internal waterways is?

River Osun

River Ogun

River Benue

Cross River

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Question 17 Report

When manufacturing enterprises produces goods which form raw materials for other enterprises, it is referred to as?

value added

sub-contracting

forward linkage

backward linkage

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Question 18 Report

The massive removal of trees and forest cover without replacement is referred to as?

afforestation

deforestation

bush clearing

bush burning

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"Deforestation" is the term used to describe the massive removal of trees and forest cover without replacement. When large areas of forest are cut down or burned, the trees are gone and the land is often left barren. This can lead to environmental problems such as soil erosion, reduced rainfall, and loss of habitat for wildlife. It can also contribute to climate change because trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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Question 19 Report

The live commentary of a football match which started at 4:00pm at a place on longitude 15°E will be received by a listener in a town on longitude 160°W at

6:20am same day

4:20am same day

1:40am next day

3:40am next day

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Question 20 Report

Which of the following seas has the highest salinity?

Caspian

Mediterranean Sea

Baltic Sea

Red Sea

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The Red Sea has the highest salinity. This is because it is a closed sea with a limited connection to the ocean and a high rate of evaporation, which results in a buildup of salt. The high salinity levels in the Red Sea make it unique compared to other seas and can affect the types of marine life that can survive in its waters.

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Question 21 Report

Which of the following population characteristics is associated with developed countries?

Decline birth rate and high death rate

High birth rate and declining death rate

High birth rate and low death rate

Low birth rate and low death rate

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Low birth rate and low death rate are population characteristics that are associated with developed countries. Developed countries typically have access to advanced healthcare, education, and family planning services. As a result, people in these countries tend to have fewer children and live longer, healthier lives. This leads to a low birth rate and a low death rate, which results in a stable or even declining population. On the other hand, developing countries often lack access to healthcare and education, leading to high birth rates and high death rates, resulting in a rapidly growing population.

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Question 22 Report

All the following are environmental hazards except___________

flooding

vulcanicity

afforestation

deforestation

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The environmental hazard that does not belong in the list is "afforestation." Afforestation is the process of planting trees and forests, which can help to mitigate the effects of other environmental hazards like soil erosion and climate change. It is not a hazard in and of itself. The other three items in the list are all environmental hazards: - Flooding is the overflow of water from a river or other body of water that can cause damage to buildings, crops, and infrastructure. - Vulcanicity refers to volcanic activity, which can have devastating impacts on local communities, including the release of ash and toxic gases, as well as the risk of lava flows and mudflows. - Deforestation refers to the clearing of forests, which can have negative impacts on the environment, including soil erosion, loss of habitat for wildlife, and increased greenhouse gas emissions.

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Question 23 Report

Which of the following industries is best located near the source of raw materials?

Car manufacturing

Petroleum refinery

Sugar refinery

Clothmaking

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The industry that is best located near the source of raw materials is the petroleum refinery. This is because petroleum, which is the main raw material used in this industry, is a non-renewable resource that is found underground. It is often located in remote areas and must be transported long distances to the refinery for processing. By being located near the source of the raw material, the costs of transportation and processing are reduced, making it more cost-effective for the refinery. This is why it is often advantageous for a petroleum refinery to be located near oil fields or oil drilling sites.

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Question 24 Report

How long does it take the mercury to make a complete revolution?

62 days

225 days

365 days

88 days

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Mercury takes 88 Earth days to make a complete revolution around the sun. This means that it takes 88 Earth days for Mercury to return to the same position in its orbit. To put it simply, think of it as the time it takes for Mercury to make one trip around the sun.

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Question 25 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

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In the Niger Delta, the features that are clearly visible are "mangrove trees, salt-water swamps and reddish sandy beaches". The Niger Delta is a region located in the southern part of Nigeria, at the mouth of the Niger River where it flows into the Atlantic Ocean. It is an area of high biodiversity, with a unique ecosystem that includes mangrove forests, salt-water swamps, and sandy beaches with a reddish tint. The mangrove trees provide important habitat for wildlife, while the salt-water swamps and sandy beaches are also important habitats for various species of fish, birds, and other animals.

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Question 26 Report

The temperature at which condensation occurs when air is saturated is the?

freezing point

dew point

atmospheric point

boiling point

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The temperature at which condensation occurs when air is saturated is the dew point. The dew point is the temperature at which the water vapor in the air condenses into liquid form, forming dew on surfaces such as grass or other objects. This typically occurs when the air cools down, either through contact with a cool surface or through a reduction in air pressure. When the temperature of the air reaches the dew point, any additional cooling will cause the water vapor in the air to condense into liquid form. The dew point is an important concept in meteorology, as it provides information about the amount of moisture in the air and the likelihood of precipitation.

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Question 27 Report

Which of the following regions has low population density?

The Nile Basin

The Ganges Basin

North Eastern U.S.A

The Zarie Basin

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Question 28 Report

One of the following instruments is used in measuring the direction of wind

Cup anenometer

barometer

wind anenometer

wind vane

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A wind vane is used in measuring the direction of wind. It is a simple device that consists of a pointer attached to a rotating pivot, mounted on a flat surface. The pointer aligns itself with the wind direction, which can then be read from a scale attached to the vane. The flat surface is usually mounted on a tall pole or tower, and the whole device is designed to rotate freely so that the pointer always points directly into the wind.

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Question 29 Report

The distance by road from Zara to Lime is approximately

4km

6km

10km

8km

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Question 30 Report

A good example of cuesta landscape in Nigeria is?

Biu Plateau

Udi Hills

Yoruba Hills

North Central Highlands

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Question 31 Report

One of the consequences of the polar ice-caps melting is the?

submergence of existing coast lands

emergence of submerged island

increase in global temperature

drier conditions in the tropical areas

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Question 32 Report

The feature are usually associated with

dry and wet tropics

faulted topography

folded environments

Karst regions

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Karst regions are usually associated with a distinctive type of topography characterized by sinkholes, caves, and underground drainage systems. Karst topography is formed when soluble rocks such as limestone, dolomite, and gypsum are slowly dissolved by groundwater, creating a landscape with sinkholes, caves, and underground drainage systems. This type of topography is typically found in regions with a lot of rainfall and a warm, humid climate, as the water helps to dissolve the rocks and create the distinctive karst features. In contrast, folded environments are characterized by folds and wrinkles in the Earth's crust, formed by the collision of tectonic plates. These environments are typically found in mountain ranges and can be dry or wet, depending on the climate. Faulted topography, on the other hand, is characterized by fractures or breaks in the Earth's crust, resulting in a landscape with cliffs and valleys. This type of topography is typically found in regions that have experienced significant tectonic activity, such as earthquakes. Finally, the dry and wet tropics are characterized by a warm, humid climate and a lot of rainfall, respectively. These environments are typically found near the equator and are home to a diverse range of plant and animal species.

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Question 33 Report

The greatest industries areas of the world are?

Africa and the Caribbean

the Ruhr industrial region and South Africa

Western Europe and the United States of America

Japan and Australia

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The largest and most developed industrial regions in the world are typically Western Europe and the United States of America. These regions have a long history of industrialization, and their economies are heavily dependent on manufacturing and production. They are home to some of the largest corporations in the world and have well-developed infrastructure, including transportation networks, which support their industries. Japan and Australia also have significant industrial sectors, particularly in areas such as automotive manufacturing, electronics, and heavy industry. However, they are smaller compared to the industrial powerhouses of Western Europe and the United States. The Ruhr industrial region and South Africa have also developed strong industrial sectors, particularly in areas such as mining and heavy industry. However, they are relatively smaller compared to the other regions mentioned above. Africa and the Caribbean, on the other hand, have less developed industrial sectors, although there are some areas that are beginning to see growth and development in industries such as textiles, agriculture, and natural resources extraction. However, these regions face a number of challenges, including inadequate infrastructure and limited access to capital and technology, which limit their industrial growth.

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Question 34 Report

Specialized cultivation of grapes is associated with?

Mediterrarean regions

cool temperates climates

montane climates

monsoon regions

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Specialized cultivation of grapes is associated with Mediterranean regions. The Mediterranean climate, characterized by warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, is ideal for growing grapes. This region has a long history of grape cultivation and is famous for producing some of the world's finest wines. The warm climate allows grapes to ripen fully, developing their flavors and aroma, while the dry conditions help to prevent disease and pests. In Mediterranean regions, grapes are grown in vineyards and are carefully tended to ensure the best possible harvest.

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Question 35 Report

Which of these West Africa countries is known for the mining of phosphates?

Niger

Nigeria

Togo

Liberia

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Togo is known for the mining of phosphates. Phosphates are minerals that contain the element phosphorus, which is an important component of fertilizers used to help plants grow. Togo has deposits of phosphates in its soil, and the mining of these minerals is an important industry in the country. The phosphates are extracted from the ground, processed, and then sold to countries around the world for use in agriculture. This helps to support the Togolese economy and provide jobs for people in the country.

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Question 36 Report

Fertile plains are usually characterized by a pattern of settlement referred to as?

nucleated and concentric

nucleated and elongation

dispersed

nodal

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Question 37 Report

Proportional circles are commonly used to illustrate

Population distribution

Information on transport

Relative amount of traffic

Amount of rainfall

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Question 38 Report

The areas in Nigeria where temperate crops may be grown include?

Jos, Plateau and Mambilla plateau

Mandara Mountains and Biu Plateau

Apata Hills and Effong Ridge

Oban Hills and Yoruba Highlands

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Question 39 Report

Which of the following factors account for the traffic on Africa rivers? 1. Availability of cheaper means of transport 2. Seasonal fluctuations of river flow. 3. Pressure of water falls and rapids. 4. Rivers flowing through sparsely populated areas.

1 and 2

2 and 3

1 and 4

3 and 4

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Question 40 Report

Which of the following groups of factors is most likely to influence industrial location?

Raw materials, energy and market

Capital, raw material and population growth

Market, emigration and labour

Transport, raw material and migration

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The most important group of factors that is likely to influence industrial location is raw materials, energy, and market. Raw materials are the primary inputs needed for industrial production and their availability and proximity to the factory can affect the location decision. Energy, in the form of electricity or fuel, is also important for industrial operations and its cost and availability can be a determining factor in the location choice. Market refers to the demand for the products being produced, and the location should be chosen based on the proximity to the target market. These factors are crucial in the decision-making process for industrial location as they determine the costs and feasibility of production, and the potential for sales and profit.

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