WAEC Economics 1994 Question 7

Question 7

Industrialisation

Which of the following is not an advantage of localization of industries?

  1. A.Enjoyment of external economies
  2. B.Development of subsidiary industries
  3. C.Development of organized markets
  4. D.Growth of conurbation
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Answer: D (Growth of conurbation)

Explanation

Conurbation (towns merging into one crowded urban area) brings congestion and other problems; the other options are benefits of localization.