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On the basis of occupations consider the following sectors of economy and select the correct answer…

Both commercial and subsistence fishing are primary activities (making statement 1 false), and lumbering is a primary activity whereas furniture making is a secondary…

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On the basis of occupations consider the following sectors of economy and select the correct answer using the codes given below -
1. Commercial fishing is primary occupation, while subsistence fishing is secondary occupation
2. Lumbering and furniture making are both secondary occupations
3. Transport and defence are both secondary occupations
4. Banking is tertiary occupation, while management is quaternary occupation

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Correct answer D

Both commercial and subsistence fishing are primary activities (making statement 1 false), and lumbering is a primary activity whereas furniture making is a secondary manufacturing activity (making statement 2 false). Transport and defence belong to the service sector rather than secondary manufacturing (making statement 3 false). Banking is a tertiary service occupation while high-level management and information processing belong to the quaternary sector, making "Only 4" correct.

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