#1
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing industrialization?
Availability of natural resources
Political stability
Technological advancements
Population density
#2
Which factor is often considered a prerequisite for successful industrialization?
Low levels of education
High levels of income inequality
Strong infrastructure
Limited access to technology
#3
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a factor influencing industrial location?
Proximity to raw materials
Access to transportation networks
Political ideology
Availability of skilled labor
#4
What is the significance of economies of scale in industrialization?
It leads to increased competition among industries.
It encourages decentralization of production.
It allows for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
It results in overproduction and market saturation.
#5
What role does foreign direct investment (FDI) play in industrialization?
It impedes industrial growth by creating dependency on foreign capital.
It accelerates industrialization by providing capital, technology, and expertise.
It has no significant impact on industrial development.
It leads to the stagnation of domestic industries.
#6
Which economic theory emphasizes the importance of a large labor force for industrialization?
Mercantilism
Keynesian economics
Marxism
Classical economics
#7
In which phase of industrialization is there a significant shift from agrarian to industrial economies?
Pre-industrial phase
Industrial phase
Post-industrial phase
Early-industrial phase
#8
Which of the following is an example of a 'pull factor' for industrialization?
Political instability
Lack of skilled labor
Tax incentives for foreign investors
Environmental degradation
#9
What role does human capital play in the process of industrialization?
It hinders the process by increasing labor costs.
It has no significant impact on industrialization.
It facilitates innovation and productivity.
It leads to overpopulation and resource depletion.
#10
Which sector experiences significant growth during the initial stages of industrialization?
Agriculture
Manufacturing
Services
Information technology
#11
What is the 'dual economy' model often associated with in the context of industrialization?
The coexistence of modern and traditional economic sectors within a country
The synchronization of two industrial sectors in a global market
The interdependence of agriculture and manufacturing industries
The transition from a command to a market economy
#12
Which of the following is a feature of 'late industrialization'?
Rapid technological advancement
Early adoption of industrial practices
Reliance on foreign capital
Abundance of skilled labor
#13
Which country is often cited as an example of successful state-led industrialization in East Asia?
Japan
India
Brazil
South Africa
#14
What is the 'flying geese paradigm' in the context of industrialization?
A theory proposing that industrialization spreads from one country to another in a sequential manner.
A model suggesting that industrial development occurs rapidly in a circular pattern.
A concept highlighting the significance of migratory bird patterns on industrial growth.
An economic strategy promoting the export of poultry products to boost industrial output.
#15
Which factor often contributes to the success of industrial clusters?
Isolation from other industries
Lack of skilled labor
Strong inter-firm relationships
Limited access to markets