JAMB Commerce 2004 Question 25

Question 25

Stock Exchange

What is the role of the capital market in the privatization exercise in Nigeria?

  1. A.Selling the shares and stocks of the companies to be privatized
  2. B.Encouraging private companies to participate in the exercise
  3. C.Negotiating with individuals who want to buy public companies
  4. D.Advertising for government
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Selling the shares and stocks of the companies to be privatized)

Explanation

The shares of enterprises being privatised are sold to the public through the capital market, mainly the stock exchange.