JAMB Economics Past Questions & Answers - Page 89

441.

In Nigeria, most agricultural policies are aimed at______?

A.

Ensuring equitable distribution of income

B.

Liberalizing all sectors of the nation's economy

C.

Encouraging the development of manufacturing sector

D.

Achieving self-sufficiency in food production

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

442.

The price elasticity of supply of perishable goods is_________?

A.

Elastic

B.

Unitary

C.

Inelastic

D.

Zero

Correct answer is C

In case of perishable goods such as vegetables, fruits, and other eatables, thesupply would be inelastic.This is because the supply of perishable goods cannot be increased or decreased easily. As supply cannot be increased or decreased easily, therefore elasticity of supply is said to be relatively inelastic.

443.

The type of inflation that emanates from excess demand overs supply is___________?

A.

Galloping inflation

B.

Imported inflation

C.

Demand-pull inflation

D.

Cost-push inflation

Correct answer is C

Demand-pull inflation arises when aggregate demand in an economy outpaces aggregate supply.

444.

Public limited liability companies are owned by__________?

A.

The federal government

B.

Private and individual organizations

C.

The state government

D.

The federal and state governments

Correct answer is B

Public limited company; A company whose securities are traded on a stock exchange and can be bought by anyone. These companies are traded on exchanges and shares where shares can be openly bought or sold by individuals, companies, mutual funds, etc. Hence they are owned by shareholders (private individuals/organizations).

 

Public limited liability companies have an unlimited number of persons and a minimum membership of 7 persons and minimum capital requirements of N5 million.

445.

Which of the following is NOT a source of government revenue?

A.

Taxes, Fees, licenses and fines

B.

Personal income, disposable income and transfer earnings

C.

Interest, dividends, profits and earnings

D.

Grants, aids and borrowing

Correct answer is B

Sources of government revenue

 

* Individual Income Tax.

* Grants, borrowing etc

* Corporate Income Tax.

* Federal Excise Taxes. 

* Other Revenues.

* Interest, dividends, earnings