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WAEC Geography 1997 Question 36

Question 36

Settlement

All the following are characteristics of a nucleated settlement except that

  1. A.social amenities are provided there
  2. B.it has a compact pattern
  3. C.its inhabitants are heterogenous
  4. D.it is served by a good transport system
  5. E.it is self-sufficient
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (it is self-sufficient)

Explanation

Nucleated settlements depend on trade with surrounding areas for food and goods, so they are not self-sufficient.