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What type of production involves the provision of services?
What type of production involves the provision of services?
Which of the following is an example of secondary production?
Which of the following is an example of secondary production?
What is the main purpose of insurance in commerce?
What is the main purpose of insurance in commerce?
Which of the following is an example of primary production?
Which of the following is an example of primary production?
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Which of the following is an example of a tertiary production activity?
Which of the following is an example of a tertiary production activity?
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What is the main purpose of transportation in commerce?
What is the main purpose of transportation in commerce?
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What is the main purpose of advertising and marketing in commerce?
What is the main purpose of advertising and marketing in commerce?
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Which of the following is an aid to trade?
Which of the following is an aid to trade?
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Production and Commerce
Types of Production
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Primary Production: Involves the extraction or harvesting of natural resources, such as:
- Agriculture (crops, livestock)
- Mining (coal, iron, gold)
- Forestry
- Fishing
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Secondary Production: Involves the transformation of raw materials into finished goods, such as:
- Manufacturing (textiles, steel, automobiles)
- Construction
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Tertiary Production: Involves the provision of services, such as:
- Wholesale and retail trade
- Transportation and storage
- Finance and insurance
- Tourism and hospitality
Aids to Trade
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Transportation: Enables the movement of goods and people, including:
- Roads and highways
- Railways
- Airports and airlines
- Seaports and shipping
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Communication: Facilitates the exchange of information, including:
- Postal services
- Telecommunications (phone, internet)
- Media (newspaper, radio, television)
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Insurance: Provides protection against risk and uncertainty, including:
- Life insurance
- Property insurance
- Liability insurance
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Advertising and Marketing: Promotes goods and services to potential customers, including:
- Print and digital media
- Event marketing
- Public relations
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Banking and Finance: Facilitates transactions and provides financing, including:
- Commercial banks
- Investment banks
- Credit and debit cards
Production and Commerce
Types of Production
- Primary Production involves extracting or harvesting natural resources, including agriculture, mining, forestry, and fishing.
- Agriculture involves crops and livestock.
- Mining involves extracting coal, iron, gold, and other minerals.
- Secondary Production transforms raw materials into finished goods, including manufacturing, construction, and textile production.
- Tertiary Production provides services, including wholesale and retail trade, transportation, storage, finance, insurance, tourism, and hospitality.
Aids to Trade
Transportation
- Roads and highways enable the movement of goods and people.
- Railways facilitate long-distance transportation.
- Airports and airlines provide international transportation.
- Seaports and shipping enable global trade.
Communication
- Postal services enable mail delivery.
- Telecommunications facilitate phone and internet communication.
- Media includes newspapers, radio, and television.
Insurance
- Life insurance provides financial protection for individuals.
- Property insurance covers damage to buildings and assets.
- Liability insurance protects against financial losses.
Advertising and Marketing
- Print media includes newspapers and magazines.
- Digital media includes online advertising.
- Event marketing promotes products through events.
- Public relations maintains a company's image.
Banking and Finance
- Commercial banks provide basic banking services.
- Investment banks facilitate investments.
- Credit and debit cards enable transactions.
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Learn about the three main types of production: primary, secondary, and tertiary. Identify the different industries and activities that fall under each category.
