WAEC Geography 1992 Question 8

Question 8

Relief and Map Interpretation

Use the map of MAKINDA DISTRICT to answer the question. Which of the following drainage types can be recognised on the map?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.Radial
  2. B.Trellis
  3. C.Disappearing
  4. D.Dendritic
  5. E.Underground
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Dendritic)

Explanation

The streams join the main rivers at acute angles in a branching, tree-like pattern: dendritic drainage.