The following technology matrix describes the relationship of certain industries within the economy to each other. (A&F, agriculture and food; RM, raw materials; M, manufacturing; F, fuels industry; U, utilities; SI, service industries)
Which industry is least dependent on its own goods?

A)raw materials
B)manufacturing
C)fules
D)utilites
E)service

Question

The following technology matrix describes the relationship of certain industries within the economy to each other. (A&F, agriculture and food; RM, raw materials; M, manufacturing; F, fuels industry; U, utilities; SI, service industries) ​  ​
Which industry is least dependent on its own goods?
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A)raw materials 
B)manufacturing 
C)fules 
D)utilites 
E)service

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Service industries are generally not dependent on their own goods as they provide services to other industries or consumers. They may use goods from other industries, but they do not rely on their own physical products.

The Following Technology Matrix Describes the Relationship of Certain Industries