WAEC Geography 1998 Question 32

Question 32

Population

The sparse population in the Amazon Basin is best explained by the

  1. A.very high temperature all the year round
  2. B.low range of temperature for agriculture
  3. C.thick vegetation for settlements and agriculture
  4. D.high relief and rugged terrain
  5. E.high humidity and moist conditions
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (thick vegetation for settlements and agriculture)

Explanation

The dense equatorial forest is hard to clear for farms, roads and settlements.