Industrialization and economic development in Nigeria - Jamb Economics Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 2004

A major cause of the slow pace of industrialization in Nigeria is inadequate

A. Raw materials
B. Landmass
C. Skilled labour
D. Communal labour

Question 12:

• 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 13:

• JAMB 2011

Industrial development in Nigeria can be encouraged through

A. Signing WTO treaty
B. Granting subsidies
C. The provision of efficient infrastructure
D. Direct government participation

Question 14:

• JAMB 2012

An important contribution of small-scale industries to the Nigerian economy is in the area of

A. Technological development
B. Foregin exchange earnings
C. Raw materials processing
D. Labour employment