JAMB Economics 1992 Question 44

Question 44

Economic Growth and Development

Which of the following combinations is a veritable set of development indicators?

  1. A.Growth of government expenditure and imports
  2. B.Growth of population and national income
  3. C.High fertility, literacy and school enrolment rates
  4. D.Low infant mortality and high per capita income and literacy rates
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Low infant mortality and high per capita income and literacy rates)

Explanation

A developed society has few infant deaths, high income per head and a literate population.