economics

Which of the following statement are TRUE of agriculture in Nigeria?

(i) it provides food for the growing population (ii) A large proportion of the population is engaged in agriculture. (iii)…

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When public enterprises become commercialized, it means that?

A. the product of the enterprises are further subsidized B. they are expected to operate with the primary aim of…

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One of the major advantages of public enterprises is that?

A. they are highly subsidize B. they are the largest employers of labour C. their operations are highly standardized D.…

5 years ago

The major reason for the survival of small shops despite competition from large business enterprises is because of?

A. the small capital outlay involved B. regularity and constant supply of commodities by them C. their local services and…

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In a joint-stock company, preference shareholders are those who receive?

A. high dividends when profits are high and little or nothing when profits are low B. a fixed rate of…

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Stocking small quantities of a variety of goods is a function of the?

A. manufacturer B. wholesaler C. retailer D. consumer Correct Answer: Option C - retailer

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Both in the short run and in the long run, a firm maximizes its profits when?

A. MC = MR B. AC = MC C. AVC = AC D. MC = AVC Correct Answer: Option A…

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In order to maximize his profit, a businessman who faces a very elastic demand for his product is advised to?

A. slightly increase the price of his product B. slightly reduce the price of his products C. leaves his price…

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