All 50 questions from the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) Geography 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation for each. Free, no signup needed.
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What is the scale of the map in statement form?
Based on the linear scale bar shown on the map, 1 centimetre on the map represents 1 kilometre on the ground.
The contour interval on the mapped area is
As can be seen on the map, the contour interval is 50 metres. Note: Contour interval is the vertical distance between two consecutive contour lines on a topographic map. It represents the change in elevation between the two lines.
The feature at the mouth of River Bala is likely
A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river where it deposits sediment into a larger body of water, such as an ocean, sea or lake.
What is the direction of Sasa from Moma?
The direction of Sasa from Moma is South west.
The highest point on the mapped area is approximately
If the highest contour line (150m) is added to the additional elevation (which suggests another interval of 50m or more, given in option A), 325m is the closest option.
The distance as the crow flies from OpomMoma is approximately
Measuring the straight-line distance between Opom and Moma on the map and converting using the map's scale gives approximately 6 kilometres.
Which part of the mapped area can coastal fish be practised?
A coast is the land along the edge of a sea, ocean or other large body of water. It includes the shoreline, beaches, cliffs and other features where the land meets the water. It is an important zone for human activities such as fishing, shipping, tourism and recreation.
The feature marked Q on the mapped area be described as
The feature marked Q is an ox-bow lake. An ox-bow lake is a U-shaped lake or pool that forms when a wide meander of a river is cut off, creating a free-standing body of water.
Which of the following settlements is likely to engage in fish processing?
Note that even though Kako is close to the sea, it is not connected to any main road. Lack of good transportation link makes it less likely for fish processing.
What is the approximate bearing of Lola from Sasa?
The bearing of Lola from Sasa is about 154°.
The annual rainfall recorded at Station F is
The annual rainfall recorded at station F = 0+0+0+10+108+133+187+201+187+5+0+0 = 831mm.
Which of the following months is the hottest?
The highest temperature recorded is 36°C and that occurs in May. Thus, May is the hottest month.
What is the annual range of temperature for Station F?
Temperature range = Highest temperature − Lowest temperature = 36°C − 23°C = 13°C.
Which of the following represents the correct sequence in which denudation occurs?
The correct sequence is: Weathering → erosion → deposition. Weathering: Rocks break down into smaller pieces. Erosion: Weathered rock fragments are transported away. Deposition: Eroded sediment is deposited in a new location.
Which drainage pattern is best formed in areas of alternate hard and soft rocks?
The drainage pattern best formed in areas of alternate hard and soft rocks is the trellis drainage pattern. This pattern resembles a garden trellis and is characterized by parallel main streams with short tributaries meeting them at right angles. The main streams usually flow along the softer rocks, while the tributaries cut through the harder rocks.
Rocks formed through cementation of accumulated materials under water is
Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that forms from accumulated sediments or fragments of pre-existing rocks, minerals and organic materials.
An intrusion of thick acid lava which forces overlying sedimentary rock layers to bulge into a dome may cool and solidify to form a
A laccolith is a geological formation that occurs when magma intrudes between layers of sedimentary rock and causes the overlying layers to arch upward.
The Greek system of classifying climate is based
The Greek system of classifying climate is based on rainfall and temperature. It categorizes climates primarily according to the average monthly temperature and the distribution of precipitation throughout the year.
What will be the time at Greenwich meridian when it is 12 noon at longitude 60°E?
Each degree of longitude corresponds to 4mins time difference (since 360° equals 24hrs). Thus, time difference between 0° and 60°E = (60×4)mins=240mins=4hrs. Since 0° is west of 60°E, we subtract 4hrs to get the time at 0° (Greenwich). Greenwich meridian = 12 noon − 4hrs = 8am.
The movement of the earth around the sun on its elliptical orbit is called
Rotation: The Earth spins around its axis causing day and night. Revolution: The earth orbits the sun, causing seasons.
The Deccan plateau in India is a good example
The Deccan Plateau is a volcanic plateau. It was created by volcanic activity that occurred around 66 million years ago.
Horst is a feature associated with
A horst is a geological term that refers to a block of the earth's crust that has been uplifted relative to the surrounding areas, often due to tectonic forces. This uplift can occur along faults, resulting in the formation of block mountains.
Which of the following pair of landforms are surface features of a karst region?
Clints are the flat, elevated blocks of limestone and Grikes are the deep, narrow fissures or cracks that separate them. Both are characteristic surface features of a karst landscape.
Two towns, A and B are on the International Dateline, what would be the distance between the two towns if town A is located on latitude 40°N and town B is located on latitude 10°N?
Difference in latitude = 40°−10°=30°. 1°=111km. Then, 30°=(111×30)km=3330km.
Wind erosion results in the formation of the following landforms except
All the landforms result from wind erosion.
Which of the following best explains the breaking down of well jointed rocks into large rectangular shaped features by mechanical weathering?
Block disintegration occurs when well-jointed rocks, particularly those with distinct and orthogonal joint patterns are weathered and eroded along these joints.
Which of the following conditions can produce a waterfall?
A sharp break in the bed of a river can produce a waterfall. This typically occurs where a river flows over a resistant layer of rock followed by a softer layer below.
Which of the following sequence is correct in the formation of a stack?
The correct order is: Headland→Cave→Arch→Stack.
In which of the following regions will weathering by frost action occur throughout the year?
In cool temperate regions, especially those with significant temperature fluctuations, frost action can occur year-round due to the presence of freezing temperatures during winter months.
The normal lapse rate refers to the average rate at which
The normal lapse rate refers to the average rate at which atmospheric temperature decreases with increasing altitude. It is typically around 6.5°C per kilometer.
Which of the following is a proof of the earth's spherical shape?
A proof of the sphericity of the earth is circumnavigation. It refers to the ability to travel around the earth in all directions and return to the starting point.
Which of the following types of rocks contain fossils?
Fossils are typically found in sedimentary rocks. This is because sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and lithification of sediments which often contain the remains of plants and animals.
The natural exchange of water between land, oceans and the atmosphere is known as the
The natural exchange of water between land, oceans and the atmosphere is known as the water cycle (also known as the hydrological cycle).
Lines drawn on maps connecting places with equal duration of sunshine are called
The lines drawn on maps connecting places with equal duration of sunshine is called isohels. (Lines on a map connecting points of equal temperature are called isotherms.)
Which of the following examples of rock is most likely to be weathered by the process of solution?
Limestone is composed primarily of calcium carbonate, which is susceptible to chemical weathering through dissolution (solution).
Which of the following occurs when the sun is vertically overhead at the equator?
The phenomenon where the sun is vertically overhead at the equator corresponds to equinoxes (both spring and autumn). On the equinoxes, there are nearly equal lengths of day and night worldwide.
Which of the following pair of ways can be used to solve the world's high population concentration problems? I. Family planning II. Sex education III. Early marriage IV. Industrialization
Family planning and sex education are useful ways of solving the world's high population concentration problems.
Which of the following countries in West Africa is well known for the production of diamonds?
Sierra Leone is well known for the production of diamonds. Diamond mining is a significant industry in Sierra Leone, contributing to its economy and global diamond markets.
Which of the following is a leading industrial area in North America?
The leading industrial area in North America is the north eastern industrial area of USA. This region includes major cities like New York city, Boston, Philadelphia and Washington D.C
It is an intensive cultivation of fruits, vegetables or flowers, it is a small scale farming, the yields are very high per hectare, produce sold to customers are usually fresh and commonly practised in urban communities. The above statements are characteristics of
Market gardening refers to the commercial production of fruits, vegetables, flowers and other plants on a relatively small scale typically for sale in local markets, grocery stores, restaurants or directly to consumers.
An advantage of large population in government is
A large population can provide an abundant labour force, which can be advantageous for economic growth, development of industries and meeting labour demands across various sectors.
Which of the following best describes the relationship between rural and urban areas?
Urban areas and rural areas depend on each other. Urban areas rely on rural areas for food, agricultural products, raw materials for industries etc. Rural areas rely on urban areas for market for their products, employment opportunities, infrastructure etc.
Which of the following factors has the greatest influence on the location of cement industry?
Proximity to sources of raw materials such as limestone, clay and gypsum has a significant influence on the location of cement industry.
Which of the following best describes high population growth?
The factors that define high population growth are high birth rate, low death rate and positive net migration.
Which of the following activities can initiate deforestation? I. Lumbering II. Afforestation III. Excavation IV. Grazing
Lumbering and grazing can initiate deforestation. Lumbering involves cutting down trees for timber, leading to significant forest loss. Also, overgrazing by livestock damages vegetation and contributes to deforestation.
Which of the following is a major disadvantage of plantation agriculture?
Monoculture can lead to soil degradation, reduced biodiversity, increased vulnerability to pests and diseases and limited soil replenishment.
The correct arrangement from smallest to largest is:
The correct arrangement from smallest to largest is: Hamlet → Village → Town → Conurbation.
Examples of local craft industries are
Examples of local craft industries are textiles, pottery, woodwork, leatherwork, weaving, painting, brewing and sculpture.
Population density is a measure of
Population density is a measure of the number of people living per unit area of land, typically expressed as inhabitants per square kilometre.
A linear settlement is a type of
A linear settlement is a type of settlement pattern where buildings and homes are arranged in a line, often along a geographic feature such as a road, river or railway.
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