Jamb Geography Past Questions and Answers

Question 626:

• JAMB 1989

Which of the following statistical mapping techniques is most suitable for showing the spatial distribution of cattle in the different northern states of Nigeria?

A. Dot map
B. Isopleth
C. Pie graph
D. Proportional circles

Question 627:

• JAMB 1989

The flow diagram is the most appropriate mapping technique to use in showing?

A. Wind directions at different stations
B. Movements of migrants between states
C. Proportion of birds population in each state
D. Man/land ratio in each state

Question 628:

• JAMB 1989

In a divided circle illustrating the world's export of crude oil, the section taken up by the share of a certain country measures 72°. The share of that country's export expressed in a percentage is?

A. 10
B. 15
C. 20
D. 25

Question 629:

• JAMB 1989

At the summer solstice (June 21), which of the following latitudes will have the shortest night?

A. 60°N
B. 30°N
C. 30°S
D. 60°S

Question 630:

• JAMB 1989

The rotation of the earth on its axis?

A. Causes the varying lengths of day and night
B. Is responsible for the change of the seasons
C. Causes day and night
D. Delimits the tropics