JAMB Economics Past Questions & Answers - Page 184

916.

In Nigeria, the location of a steel industry at Ajaokuta is due to

A.

The availability of transport network

B.

The proximity to source of power

C.

The proximity to large deposits of iron ore

D.

Political consideration

Correct answer is C

Ajaokuta steel industry is located in Ogun state because that is where the source of its raw materials is located. The raw material in this case is the iron ore.

917.

To enhance the competitiveness of domestic agricultural products, there is need to

A.

Ban the importation of a agricultural products

B.

Increase the exportation of agricultural products

C.

Improve the quality of domestic agricultural products

D.

Increase the output of domestic agricultural products

Correct answer is C

Improving the quality of domestic agricultural products is one of the ways in which the products can compete in both the local and international markets. Consumers will always choose products that can give them the highest value and satisfaction for their monies, hence there is a need to have high-quality products.

918.

The marketing of agricultural products in Nigeria can be improved by

A.

A massive production of farm produce

B.

Re-establishing the marketing boards

C.

Establishing more agricultural banks

D.

Processing of farm produce

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

919.

A public liability company is run on a daily basis by

A.

The chief executive

B.

The shareholders

C.

The board of directors

D.

Financial consultants

Correct answer is C

A public liability company is owned by two or more shareholders who own the shares of the company, and run by a board of directors appointed by the shareholders.

920.

The major problem confronting a sole proprietor is

A.

High level of risk

B.

Limited expertise

C.

Limited source of capital

D.

High taxation

Correct answer is C

Availability of capital for expansion is one of the major issues faced by sole traders. These traders are left to either borrow capital from friends and family or from personal savings to fund their business, as financial institutions tend not to lend sole traders funds due to the unavailability of collateral materials and inability to repay loans.