Jamb Geography Past Questions and Answers

Question 156:

• JAMB 1979

Industries like cement manufacturing and iron and steel are usually located close to the site of raw materials because

A. Finished products are delicate
B. Raw materials are abundant
C. Raw materials also occur at market site
D. Total transport costs are reduced
E. The industries can pollute the market

Question 157:

• JAMB 1979

One of the following indicates why the best fishing grounds of the world are located in mid-temperate latitudes

A. There is abundant food for fish
B. The climate is suitable
C. An extensive continental shelf exists
D. The coincidence of A,B and C
E. Man rarely tampers with fish in these areas

Question 158:

• JAMB 1979

The major disadvantage of the River Nile as a trade route is that

A. It passes through desert areas
B. It has several cataracts
C. It passes through several countries
D. It is slow-flowing
E. It is very muddy

Question 159:

• JAMB 1979

Which of the following conditions is not conducive to the cultivation of tea?

A. Heavy rainfall throughout the year
B. High elevation
C. A spell of dry weather in season
D. Good drainage
E. Cheap labour

Question 160:

• JAMB 1979

Which of the following is not characteristic of major world cities?

A. Coastal location
B. Air, water and noise pollution
C. Inadequate transportation facilities
D. Dependence on primary activities
E. Moral Decadence