Question 7
MediumOriginal questionMatch each feature of the economy at independence with its description.
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| A. Agriculture | I. Few capital goods industries |
| B. Industry | II. High infant mortality |
| C. Foreign trade | III. Stagnant, with low yields |
| D. Demography | IV. Export surplus drained to Britain |
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Each of the four sectors carried its own colonial legacy.
- Concept
- The economy at independence
- Typical timeTypical
- 90 s
- Your timeYours
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