WAEC Geography 1996 Question 5

Question 5

Relief and Map Interpretation

Use the map of GOMA DISTRICT to answer this question. The eastern ridge may best be described as a

Diagram for this question
  1. A.conical hill
  2. B.plateau
  3. C.watershed
  4. D.river capture
  5. E.river basin
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (watershed)

Explanation

The long eastern ridge separates streams flowing west from those flowing east, so it acts as a watershed.