JAMB Past Questions and Answers - Page 173

861.

The daily official publications of the Nigeria Stock Exchange give detailed information on the?

A.

changes in the official rules set by the market

B.

method of transactions agreed upon by members

C.

participation of members in a day

D.

changes in the price of securities

Correct answer is C

The Nigerian Stock Exchange daily publications are made up of the individual ratings and participation of listed companies in the market. It shows top gainers and losers and their market contribution as well as the value of shares as against the previous day.

862.

The major dealers on the stock market are the?

A.

agents

B.

jobbers

C.

investors

D.

brokers

Correct answer is D

A broker is an individual or firm that acts as an intermediary between an investor and a securities exchange. Brokers are the major players in the stock exchange market.

863.

The characteristic which ensures that money is free from forgery is its?

A.

legality

B.

durability

C.

recongnition

D.

credibility

Correct answer is A

The legal backing of money makes it generally acceptable and protected by law as the acceptable means of legal tender, unlike counterfeit money that is produced without the legal sanction of the State or government.

864.

The manufacturers' Association of Nigeria is an example of a?

A.

labour union

B.

pressure group

C.

conglomerate

D.

cartel

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

865.

A body established to protect the interest of members against the exploitation of retail traders and manufacturers is the?

A.

wholesalers' association

B.

consumers association

C.

government agency

D.

workers' union

Correct answer is B

Consumer associations are organizations that examine and compare products in order to advise consumers on them as well as giving support to people who have problems with things they buy or businesses they patronized. They generally work for the interest of their members by looking out for them against being exploited and mistreated by retailers or wholesalers.