Question

Which of the following are distinctive characteristics of the service sector compared to primary and secondary sectors?

1. Production of intangible goods like advice, experience, and attention.

2. Heavy reliance on human skill, interaction, and knowledge.

3. Ability to be physically stored and transferred like tangible goods.

4. Contribution to productivity and sustainability of other sectors.

• A. 1, 2 and 4 only
• B. 1, 3 and 4 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1, 2 and 4 only

• Services are intangible, not physical (so statement 3 is incorrect).

• The sector depends on human knowledge, skills, and interaction and contributes indirectly to the productivity/sustainability of both agriculture and industry.