WAEC Economics 1995 Question 5

Question 5

Theory of Production

Which of the following is an important limiting factor in the application of division of labour?

  1. A.Market size
  2. B.Availability of infrastructure
  3. C.Wage rate
  4. D.Raw materials
  5. E.Availability of land
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Market size)

Explanation

Division of labour leads to mass production, which is only worthwhile if the market is large enough to buy the output.