WAEC Economics 2014 Question 36

Question 36

Economic Growth and Development

Economic development may be hindered if there is

  1. A.a high pool of skilled labour.
  2. B.a high rate of economic growth.
  3. C.political stability.
  4. D.rapid population growth.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (rapid population growth.)

Explanation

Rapid population growth eats up gains in output and strains resources.