JAMB Economics 1998 Question 45

Question 45

Economic Growth and Development

One of the major consequences of urban-biased development programmes in Nigeria is that they

  1. A.led to rapid rural-urban migration
  2. B.led to unprecedented urban wealth
  3. C.transformed rural areas into urban centres
  4. D.increased the level of specialized manpower in the cities.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (led to rapid rural-urban migration)

Explanation

When jobs and amenities are concentrated in towns, young people leave rural areas for the cities.