Question 29
AgricultureWhich of the following statements are TRUE of agriculture in Nigeria?
I. It provides food for the growing population
II. A large proportion of the population is engaged in agriculture
III. Agricultural products are used as raw materials by the local industries
IV. It serves as sources of heavy equipment to local industries.
- A.I and II only
- B.I, II and III only
- C.I, III and IV only
- D.II and III only.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (I, II and III only)
Explanation
Agriculture feeds the population, employs most workers and supplies raw materials to industry; it does not supply heavy equipment.