WAEC Geography 1997 Question 10

Question 10

Relief and Map Interpretation

Use the map of ORANGE DISTRICT to answer this question. Which of the following is most likely to be obtained from the quary at Aru?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.Gravel
  2. B.Laterite
  3. C.Limestone
  4. D.Sand
  5. E.Clay
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Gravel)

Explanation

The quarry is on the rocky hill slopes near Aru, where hard rock is broken into gravel and stones for building and roads.