Module 9: Canadian Industries

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Which industry is associated with the extraction of raw materials?

Tertiary industry

Secondary industry

Primary industry (correct)

Quaternary industry

Which of the following job titles belongs to the tertiary industry?

Nickel Miner

Teacher (correct)

Dairy Farmer

Cancer Research Scientist

What type of industry involves manufacturing goods?

Quaternary industry

Secondary industry (correct)

Tertiary industry

Primary industry

Which activity falls under the quaternary industry?

Data Analysis Signup and view all the answers

Which job title is primarily involved in the primary industry?

Dairy Farmer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following commodities is NOT found in Canada?

Iron Ore Signup and view all the answers

Which industry involves the manufacturing of goods in Canada?

Secondary industry Signup and view all the answers

Canada is the leading supplier of which of the following?

Natural gas Signup and view all the answers

What is Canada's position in terms of global oil deposits?

Third after Venezuela and Saudi Arabia Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the tertiary industry?

Mining Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Canada’s estimated commodities are in the form of natural resources?

Approximately 10% - $33.2 trillion Signup and view all the answers

Which industry is focused on research and development in Canada?

Quaternary industry Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following metals is classified as a precious metal in Canada?

Platinum Signup and view all the answers

What is the main definition of industry in the context of the Canadian economy?

The production of goods and services in an economy. Signup and view all the answers

How is Gross Domestic Product (GDP) calculated?

By summing the market values of all final goods and services produced within a country. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Canada’s abundant resources in its economy?

They have facilitated the settlement of towns and industries. Signup and view all the answers

What does Gross National Product (GNP) account for that GDP does not?

The value of production by citizens outside the country. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes both GDP and GNP?

They are measures of a nation's wealth. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary measure of a country’s productivity as mentioned in the content?

Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best represents the concept of 'economy'?

The collection of production, distribution, trade, and consumption of goods and services. Signup and view all the answers

What implication is suggested by Canada’s current patterns of exports and imports?

They can influence social and political dynamics as well as the environment. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Module 9: Canadian Industries

The module covers Canadian industries, economy, and GDP.
The agenda includes housekeeping, Canadian economy, Canadian industries, and a breakout room.
Learning goals include assessing the value of various industrial sectors in Canada, describing Canada's major exports and imports and their implications, and assessing the significance of a specific industry.
Topics include industries, economy, and GDP.
Discussion points include the importance of different industrial sectors for Canada, and the countries Canada imports from and exports to.
The Canadian economy is discussed, highlighting its role in the world economy.
Canada has a unique place in the world economy and has abundant resources, making it one of the wealthiest countries.
Industry is defined as the production of goods and services in an economy.
Economy is defined as a collection of production, distribution, trade, and consumption of goods and services.
Settlements begin with resource extraction which leads to other industries like manufacturing, services and technology, creating wealth.
Economic development includes stores, schools, hospitals, fast food restaurants, and services.
Sustainability depends on the way people use resources for wealth creation.
Gross Domestic Product is the total value of everything produced in a country if it's located within its borders regardless of who produced it.
GDP is a key measure of a country's productivity.
Gross National Product (GNP) is GDP plus Gross National Income (GNI).
GNI measures a country's income, including income earned by residents and businesses both within and outside the country's border.
Canada is the third largest country in the world when considering natural resources, valued at approximately $33.2 trillion.
Major commodities include oil deposits (third largest after Venezuela and Saudi Arabia), energy minerals (coal and uranium), industry minerals (gypsum, limestone, rock salt, and potash), and precious metals (gold, platinum, and silver).
Canada is also the third-largest exporter of timber.
Different industrial sectors such as accommodation, agriculture, construction, education, and industry are discussed in detail.
A breakout activity to categorize jobs to their respective industrial sector will be performed.
The consolidation will discuss the task answers.

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This quiz explores the various industrial sectors of Canada and their significance within the national economy. You'll learn about Canada's GDP, major exports, and imports, along with discussing the importance of these industries on a global scale. Test your understanding of Canada's unique place in the world economy and the resources that contribute to its wealth.