2022 A/L Economics – Past Paper MCQ 40

Sanath Withanage

Question:

At present three major industrial export items in Sri Lanka are
(1) (a) textiles and garments (b) food, beverages and tobacco (c) gems, diamonds and jewellery.
(2) (a) textiles and garments (b) rubber products (c) gems, diamonds and jewellery.
(3) (a) textiles and garments (b) rubber products (c) food, beverages and tobacco.
(4) (a) petroleum products (b) rubber products (c) food, beverages and tobacco.
(5) (a) petroleum products (b) rubber products (c) gems, diamonds and jewellery.

Correct Answer:

(3)

Answer Explanation:

The core pillars of Sri Lanka’s industrial export portfolio consist predominantly of textiles and apparel (the largest sector), followed by value-added rubber products (like solid tires), and food, beverages, and tobacco processing.


Topic: Sri Lankan Economy Year: 2022

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