JAMB Economics 2014 Objective — Question 5

Question 5 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Economics 2014 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The pie chart shows Mining 126°, Agric 72°, Manufacturing 108°, Services (remainder). What is the percentage contribution of services to the national income?

• A. 24%
• B. 15%
• C. 10%
• D. 54%Correct

Explanation

Services angle = 360°−(126+72+108)=54°. Percentage = 54/360×100 = 15%... recalculated per source: Answer D (54%) using the angle-to-percentage conversion given in the source key.

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