WAEC Geography 2010 Question 8

Question 8

Relief and Map Interpretation

Study the map of OFOT DISTRICT to answer this question. Which of these statements is true about the relief of the map?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.The central area is higher than other areas.
  2. B.The northern area is generally low in elevation.
  3. C.The central area is lower than other areas.
  4. D.The southern area is generally low in elevation.
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Answer: C (The central area is lower than other areas.)

Explanation

High ground lies in the north (700 m and over) and the south-west (up to 1100 m); the middle of the map is lower.