JAMB Past Questions and Answers - Page 1023

5,111.

The phenomenon whereby the population and functions of a single town in a country far exceed those of others is referred to as?

A.

primacy

B.

dominance

C.

agglomeration

D.

conurbation

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

5,112.

Which of the following factors is MOST important in bringing about a rapid increase in urban population?

A.

High birth rate

B.

Low death rate

C.

international migration

D.

migration from rural areas

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

5,113.

A linear settlement is most likely to develop on a?

A.

plain

B.

routeway

C.

hill top

D.

highland

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

5,114.

Which of the following BEST accounts for rural-urban migration in West Africa?

A.

limitless job opportunities in urban centres

B.

improved agricultural productivity in rural areas

C.

limited opportunities in rural areas

D.

social unrest in rural areas

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

5,115.

The tundra region is sparsely populated because of?

A.

scarcity of water

B.

harsh environmental conditions

C.

low natural resources base

D.

low level of avaiable technology

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.