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JAMB Economics 1990 Question 28

Question 28

Industrialisation

Which of the following will be the effect of allowing only economic factors to dictate the location of industries in Nigeria?

  1. A.A more even development of the different parts of the country will be assured
  2. B.There will be an unbalanced spread in the distribution of industries
  3. C.The less developed parts of the country will be able to attract more industries
  4. D.Only the government will be able to finance the establishment of industries
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (There will be an unbalanced spread in the distribution of industries)

Explanation

Firms would crowd into places with the best markets, power and transport, leaving other areas behind, so industries would be unevenly spread.