Industrialization changed the composition of the labor force. Mechanization reduced the number of manual workers and white-collar occupations became the dominant sector. The changing nature of the workforce can be illustrated by looking at the proportional representation of three different types of jobs. Name and define these three types of jobs.
What will be an ideal response?
Varies. First, extractive (or primary) occupations are those that produce raw materials, such as food and agricultural products, minerals, and timber. These jobs often involve unskilled manual labor and require little education. They are often low paying. Second, manufacturing (or secondary) occupations transform raw materials into finished products ready for sale in the marketplace. These are blue-collar jobs that involve manual labor but they tend to require higher levels of skill and are more highly rewarded. Examples of this include assembly line jobs. Third, service (or tertiary) occupations do not produce things--they provide services. Examples of this include police officer, clerk, teacher, and doctor.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Analyze how family patterns regulate sexual behavior and economic cooperation.
What will be an ideal response?
Focus groups have indicated which of the following as an effective strategy of recruitment and retention?
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Which part of the world has the most languages?
a. The Americas b. Asia c. Africa d. Europe