The role of agriculture in economic development - Jamb Economics Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• JAMB 2019

A demand which gives rise to the reverse of the law of demand is__________

A. Derived demand
B. Joint demand
C. Abnormal demand
D. Composite demand

Question 2:

• JAMB 2016

One of the ways of improving the marketing of agricultural produce is by

A. Reviewing the land tenure system
B. Ensuring even distribution of farm inputs
C. Embarking on irrigation farming
D. Establishing agricultural marketing boards

Question 3:

• JAMB 2016

One of the factors that determine the supply of agricultural produce in Nigeria is

A. Price of substitutes
B. Technological development
C. Consumers choice
D. Consumers income

Question 4:

• JAMB 2014

An important role of agriculture in Nigeria's economic development is the

A. Processing of raw materials for industries
B. Regulation of price system
C. Provision of infrastructure
D. Provision of employment

Question 5:

• JAMB 1978

Which of the following sector of the economy is estimated to be the largest employer of labour in the country

A. Construction
B. Agriculture
C. Distribution
D. Mining and petroleum
E. Transport and communication