Industry and Industrialization - Jamb Economics Past Questions and Answers

Question 51:

• JAMB 2006

A major factor militating against rapid industrialization in Nigeria is

A. Inadequate skilled manpower
B. Poor market facilities
C. Poor transport facilities
D. Epileptic power supply

Question 52:

• JAMB 2007

Environmental degradation is more associated with

A. Localization of industries
B. Location of industries
C. Decreased urbanization
D. Urban-rural migration

Question 53:

• JAMB 2007

Industrialization is a prerequisite for balanced economic growth because it

A. Encourages trade liberalization
B. Stimulates the development of all sectors
C. Enhances productivity in the manufacturing sector
D. Expends employment opportunities in urban areas

Question 54:

• JAMB 2008

A major consideration in locating a cement factory is the availability of

A. Skilled labour
B. Power
C. Infrastructural facilities
D. Limestone

Question 55:

• JAMB 2009

In Nigeria, the location of a steel industry at Ajaokuta is due to

A. The availability of transport ntwork
B. The proximity to source of power
C. The proximity to large deposits of iron ore
D. Political consideration