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JAMB Economics 2009 Question 33

Question 33

Economic Growth and Development

The Basic Needs Approach to development is directed at

  1. A.poverty alleviation
  2. B.provision of educational infrastructure
  3. C.provision of health services
  4. D.improvement in workers' income
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (poverty alleviation)

Explanation

The basic needs approach aims to give the poor food, shelter, health, education and water, i.e. to reduce poverty.