Background Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 4 sectors?
A
primary sector
secondary sector
tertiary sector
quaternary sector
2
Q
discuss primary sectors?
A
the extraction or exploitation of raw materials
eg. farming and forestry
contribute 11.8% to GDP
3
Q
discuss secondary sectors?
A
processing and manufacturing of primary materials
eg. food processing
contribute 21% to GDP
4
Q
discuss tertiary sectors?
A
providing goods and services to consumers
eg. transport or banking
contribute 67% to GDP
5
Q
discuss quaternary sectors?
A
high levels of expertise and technology, in MEDCs
eg. research
no contribution to GDP in SA
