JAMB Economics 2013 Question 37

Question 37

Industrialisation

The most important determinant for the location of a brick industry is the availability of

  1. A.market.
  2. B.power supply.
  3. C.water.
  4. D.raw materials.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (market.)

Explanation

Clay is found almost everywhere, while bricks are heavy and costly to transport, so brick works are sited near their market.