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WAEC Economics 2014 Theory — Question 18

Question 18 of 22 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Economics 2014 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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7(c). Highlight any four problems involved in the distribution of goods in West Africa. (12 marks)

Model answer

1. Poor transportation/road network infrastructure. 2. Poor storage facilities, leading to spoilage of perishable goods. 3. Inadequate or poor communication networks. 4. Instability in prices due to market fluctuations (also: insecurity along trade routes, bureaucratic/customs bottlenecks).

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