WAEC Geography 2026 Question 18

Question 18

Earth Movements and Vulcanicity

"Sides are very steep, the top is almost flat and rises above lowlands on their sides". Which of the following types of mountain does the characteristics above describe?

  1. A.Fold mountain
  2. B.Block mountain
  3. C.Residual mountain
  4. D.Volcanic mountain
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Block mountain)

Explanation

Steep fault scarps and a flat top describe a block mountain (horst).