JAMB Geography Past Questions & Answers - Page 267

1,331.

The principle of similar triangle is commonly used in chain survey to?

A.

overcome obstacles on survey line

B.

estimate the angle of slope

C.

maintain a straight line between points

D.

estimate the size of the survey area

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,332.

The highest category of rural settlement is the?

A.

village

B.

halmet

C.

homestead

D.

hut

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,333.

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

A.

high international emigration

B.

the pressure on available resources

C.

rapid economic development

D.

over population

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,334.

Trade in ivory has declined in recent years because of?

A.

stringent international control

B.

marked decrease in world demand

C.

the development of synthetic substitutes

D.

marked decrease in population of elephants

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,335.

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

A.

The United States of America

B.

France

C.

The United Kingdom

D.

Japan

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.