WAEC Geography 2020 Question 40

Question 40

Manufacturing Industry

Which factor for location of industries explains the establishment' of cement industries near areas of limestone deposits?

  1. A.Market orientation
  2. B.Income source
  3. C.Source of raw material
  4. D.Availability of capital
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Source of raw material)

Explanation

Limestone is bulky and loses weight in processing, so cement works are sited at the raw material.