The two most important factors which account for the pattern of population distribution in West Africa are?

A. Economic prosperity and regional migration
B. Economic prosperity and favourable physical conditions
C. Favourable physical conditions and human inertia
D. Historical antecedence and regional migration

Correct Answer:

Option C – Favourable physical conditions and human inertia

Explanation

Physical conditions determine the population distribution in Africa. The topography of an area, how favourable it is determined population distribution. People tend to move from a place to another if the condition is not favourable. Nomads for example move their cattle around for pastures to graze.