WAEC Economics 2019 Question 3

Question 3

Economic Growth and Development

The major employer of labour in developing countries is the

  1. A.tertiary sector.
  2. B.secondary sector.
  3. C.primary sector.
  4. D.industrial sector.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (primary sector.)

Explanation

Most workers in developing countries are in farming, fishing and mining: the primary sector.