Jamb Economics 2012 Past Questions and Answers

Question 31:

• JAMB 2012

Rapid economic development in Nigeria is realizable by

A. Continuous dependence on oil
B. Concentrating more on agriculture
C. Developing the tourism industry
D. Diversifying the economy

Question 32:

• JAMB 2012

The primary reason for desiring economic growth is to

A. Control inflation
B. Reduce poverty
C. Redistribute income
D. Raise standard of living

Question 33:

• JAMB 2012

An emerging agricultural export crop in Nigeria is

A. Cassava
B. Cotton
C. Cocoa
D. Soya beans

Question 34:

• JAMB 2012

A strategy for improving agriculture in Nigeria will involve

A. Controlling the prices of agricultural products
B. Ensuring self-sufficiency in food production
C. Reducing agricultural exports
D. Establishing commondity boards

Question 35:

• JAMB 2012

A sugar industry is best located near the source of

A. Labour
B. Raw materials
C. Power
D. Capital