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GCE Economics 1989 Question 18

Question 18

Industrialisation

Which of the following factors is not important in deciding the location of an industry?

  1. A.The native language of the people
  2. B.Availability of suitable labour
  3. C.Sources of cheap power and raw materials
  4. D.Proximity to the location of a similar industry
  5. E.Proximity to the market.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (The native language of the people)

Explanation

Labour, power, raw materials, nearness to similar firms and markets all affect location; the people's language does not.