Economic Sectors

Cambridge A-Level Business 9609 - Topic 1.2.2

Section A

Knowledge (AO1)

5 Questions

Section B

Application (AO2)

5 Questions

Section C

Analysis & Evaluation (AO3/AO4)

5 Questions

Section A: The Dictionary Test (AO1)

Demonstrate precise knowledge of business terminology and concepts.

AO12 marks

1. Define the 'Quaternary Sector' of the economy.

AO12 marks

2. State the key difference between the Public Sector and Private Sector.

Public sector is owned by government; Private sector is owned by individuals/shareholdersPublic sector makes profit; Private sector provides servicesPublic sector is larger; Private sector is smallerPublic sector operates internationally; Private sector operates nationally

AO11 marks

3. Identify ONE characteristic of the Primary Sector.

Manufacturing finished goodsExtraction of natural resourcesProviding financial servicesResearch and development activities

AO12 marks

4. Define 'De-industrialisation' in the context of economic sectors.

AO12 marks

5. State TWO examples of Tertiary Sector businesses.

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