JAMB Economics 1978 Question 29

Question 29

Agriculture

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

  1. A.Construction
  2. B.Agriculture
  3. C.Distribution
  4. D.Mining and petroleum
  5. E.Transport and communications.
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Answer: B (Agriculture)

Explanation

Most Nigerians work in farming, so agriculture employs the largest share of the labour force.