JAMB Economics 2014 Objective — Question 45
Question 45 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Economics 2014 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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An accurate population census is important in order to
- A. fast track industrial development
- B. produce more food for the growing population
- C. provide employment opportunities for the people
- D. estimate a country's per capita incomeCorrect
Explanation
To determine the per capita income of a country, the population must be known. Per capita income is the national income divided by the population figure, which is known through population census.
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