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i. Allocation of available resources enable the government to allocate the available resources in the best way possible. This would ensure that there are neither idle resources nor some being used in the wrong manner.
ii. Project evaluation, plans that acts as standard in which projects can be evaluated. Where there are deviations, they may be analyzed and corrective measures taken before it is too late.
iii. Equitable distribution of income, the plans enable government to distribute equitably income through fair allocation of resources regionally.
iv. Negotiation with donors, plans are used to convince donors that funds are being sought would be put into proper use.
v. Stimulating effort , a well-drawn and explained development plan may make the masses exert more effort in national development.
vi. Avoid duplication, through proper planning, different industries are set in different parts of the country thereby ensuring balanced development in the country.
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