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Which group of the industries maximise savings on transport costs by being located near the sources of materials?
Options:
A .  Heavy machinery, cement, sugar
B .  Iron and steel, sugar, cotton textiles
C .  Iron and steel, aluminium, cement
D .  Iron and steel, cement, silk
Answer: Option C
Answer: (c)Nearness to source of raw materials is one of the key factors that guide the establishment of such industries as iron and steel, and other metal industries. Besides, they are also found near the coal mines which are used in smelting processes.

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