WAEC Geography 1994 Question 48

Question 48

Geography of Africa

Which of the following best accounts for the decline in the importance of rail transport in Africa?

  1. A.Low volume of goods available for transportation
  2. B.Threat of retrenchment of railway workers
  3. C.High competition from road transport
  4. D.Short distances covered by railways
  5. E.Frequent accidents recorded on railways
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (High competition from road transport)

Explanation

Flexible road transport has taken much of the railways' traffic.