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JAMB Economics 1983 Question 38

Question 38

Industrialisation

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of localization of industries?

  1. A.Reaping of external economies
  2. B.Development of a pool of skilled labour for the industry
  3. C.Development of subsidiary industries
  4. D.Development of organized markets
  5. E.Growth of conurbations.
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Answer: E (Growth of conurbations.)

Explanation

Conurbations (overcrowded, merged towns) bring congestion, slums and pollution, so they are a disadvantage of localization.