Concepts And Effects Of Location And Localization Of Industry In Nigeria - Economics Jamb Past Questions and Answers

Question 11 :

• JAMB 1983

Which of the following items is NOT an argument for locating industries in rural areas?

A. Rural areas supply agricultural raw material
B. The pace of development will be quickened in rural areas
C. Employment will be provided for rural inhabitants
D. Capital is easily available in rural areas
E. Suitable humid climate is sometimes found in rural areas

Question 12 :

• JAMB 1983

Palm oil industry is located in Bendel State because the State?

A. Imports raw material for palm oil Industry
B. Is a palm tree growing area
C. Soil is unsuitable for other crops
D. Government does engage land for other crops
E. Land is suitable for oil

Question 13 :

• JAMB 1983

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of localization of industries?

A. Reaping of external economies
B. Development of a pool or skilled labour for industry
C. Development of subsidiary industries
D. Development of organized markets
E. Growth of conurbations

Question 14 :

• JAMB 1984

The most important factor determining the location of the cement industry in Nigeria today is ?

A. Capital and government policy
B. The nature of the product, infrastructure and government policy
C. Nearness to the market and source of power
D. Price of the product and source of labour
E. Raw materials

Question 15 :

• JAMB 1985

The petro- chemical industries are located in the River State of Nigeria due to?

A. Favourable climate
B. Favourable soil
C. Oil deposits
D. Palm oil products
E. Coal deposit