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GST 112 Study Session 9: Political Economy and Culture of Underdevelopment In Nigeria Objective Question
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What was the main purpose of agricultural stations like the Moor Plantation established in Ibadan during the colonial era?
Options
A To provide land for indigenous farmers displaced by colonial rule.
B To train colonial administrators in agricultural management.
C As experimentation stations for disseminating technical knowledge to local farmers.
Correct Answer
D To develop advanced machinery for large-scale industrial farming.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text describes: 'The Moor Plantation was established in Ibadan between 1912 and 1916. The plantation was an experimentation station for the dissemination of technical knowledge to local farmers.'

Hint

Consider the role of these stations in improving agricultural practices among the local populace.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 9: Political Economy and Culture of Underdevelopment In Nigeria
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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