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

Question 36 :

• 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 37 :

• 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

Question 38 :

• JAMB 2009

Industries for consumer goods are concentrated in urban centers as a result of

A. Large market
B. Power supply
C. Government policy
D. Weather conditions

Question 39 :

• JAMB 2010

Localization of industries refers to the

A. Spread of firms producing different products
B. Siting of industries near the market
C. Concentration of firms of an industry
D. Siting of firms producing different products

Question 40 :

• JAMB 2010

In developing countries, governments influence the location of industries in order to

A. Spread development
B. Redistribute wealth
C. Encourage enterpreneurs
D. Encourage industries to earn high profits