PRC-3 · Chapter 1 · Question 41 of 61
A massive corporation operates a division that extracts raw crude oil directly from the earth. Which sector of the economy does this specific division belong to?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) Primary sector
Explanation
The primary sector involves the direct extraction or harvesting of natural resources from the earth, such as mining, agriculture, and oil extraction.
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