JAMB Economics 1978 Question 10

Question 10

Agriculture

Which is NOT a direct effort to increase agricultural production in Nigeria?

  1. A.Operation Feed the Nation
  2. B.Nigerian Youth Service Corps
  3. C.Increased loans to farmers and cooperatives
  4. D.Research in agriculture and extension services
  5. E.Mechanization of agriculture.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Nigerian Youth Service Corps)

Explanation

The NYSC is a national service scheme for graduates; the other options are aimed directly at raising farm output.