O-LevelCommerceProductionOct/Nov 2025Paper 1 Q21 Mark
The table shows the percentage of workers employed in different types of sectors in the years 2003 and 2023. [Table showing percentage of workers employed in different types of sectors for 2003 and 2023: agriculture (2003: 5%, 2023: 3%), commercial services (2003: 40%, 2023: 52%), construction (2003: 8%, 2023: 10%), direct services (2003: 20%, 2023: 20%), manufacturing (2003: 27%, 2023: 15%), total employed (2003: 100%, 2023: 100%).] What is the increase or decrease in the percentage of workers in primary industries between 2003 and 2023?
A-12%
B-2%
C+2%
D+12%
✓ Correct Answer
The correct answer is B: -2%
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