Economies of South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya

Why are most economies referred to as “mixed economies”?

• There are not any traditional economic systems left.

• Government planners no longer have complete control over command systems.

• Most countries have aspects of both market and command economies.

• Economic poverty is too great in a pure market system.

Which economic indicator is the best evidence that South Africa's economic development is not at a level that is considered "more developed"?

• GDP

• Literacy Rates

• Urban Population

• Population below poverty line

According to the data, which country likely has the most developed economy?

• Kenya

• Nigeria

• Rwanda

• Uganda

In what way did the European colonization of Sub-Saharan Africa affect economic development in the region?

• Most economies primarily export natural resources.

• Command economies became a common institution.

• Traditional economies were encouraged to continue.

• Industrial economies were established in most nations.

Which geographic factor is MOST responsible for the prosperous mining operations in South Africa

• mountainous countryside

• plentiful nature resources

• semi-arid climate

• ocean trade routes

In what way did European colonization of Sub-Saharan Africa affect economic development in the region?

• Most economies primarily export natural resources.

• Command economies became a common institution.

• Traditional economies were encouraged to continue.

• Industrial economies were established in most nations.

Which economic indicator is the best evidence that South Africa's economic development is not considered “more developed?”

• GDP

• Literacy Rates

• Urban Population

• Population below the poverty line

What is the primary economic sector in South Africa?

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Manufacturing

• Tourism

Which country is known as the largest economy in Africa?

• South Africa

• Nigeria

• Kenya

• Egypt

What is a major export product of Kenya?

• Oil

• Gold

• Tea

• Diamonds