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GCE Geography 1989 Question 45

Question 45

Nigeria: Physical Setting

Jos experiences a moderate temperature compared with other places on the same latitude in Nigeria because it

  1. A.is close to the River Niger which exerts some moderating influence on its weather
  2. B.is on a high altitude
  3. C.receives relief rain most of the time
  4. D.lies at the convergence of two different air masses
  5. E.is surrounded by dense vegetation
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (is on a high altitude)

Explanation

Temperature falls with height, and Jos stands on a plateau over 1,200 m high.