Waec Geography 2000 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• WAEC 2000

A major characteristic feature that distinguishes heavy industry from light industry is the

A. Location
B. Ownership
C. Level of industrial waste
D. Complexity of the processing technique

Question 17:

• WAEC 2000

Which of the following statements are true of air transport? I.weather conditions impose a great limitation II. it can be used to carry a great deal of freight per trip III. it is most suitable for passengers and articles of high value IV. heavy non-perishable goods can be transported more quickly

A. I and II only
B. II and IV only
C. I and III only
D. II and III only

Question 18:

• WAEC 2000

One of the advantages of water transport is that it

A. Causes atmospheric pollution
B. Is used for carrying agricultural commodities only
C. Is not flexible
D. Cannot carry bulky goods

Question 19:

• WAEC 2000

A very important advantages of road over railways in Africa is that

A. Roads are easier to construct than railways
B. Movement of goods by road is faster than by rail
C. More goods can be carried on roads than on railways
D. Transport by railways attracts higher fears

Question 20:

• WAEC 2000

Which of the following is not a sea route?

A. London-moscow-baghdad
B. London-caoetown-melbourne
C. New york-London-Rotterdam
D. Sydnry-suez-London