Jamie used to be a worker in a paper mill in Miramichi,New Brunswick;however,globalization has resulted in the closure of most of the forest-related industries in that province.Now Jamie's job prospects are limited to searching for a much lower paying job in a call centre.What has happened to the job market since globalization commenced?
A) Civil service jobs have employed most of those affected by layoffs.
B) Service-sector jobs did not increase to make up for the loss of other jobs.
C) Service-sector jobs have mushroomed in the world's rich countries.
D) Forestry will return once globalization has been fully established.

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Globalization has led to a shift in job markets from manufacturing and primary industries, like forestry, to service-sector jobs, especially in wealthier countries. This is due to factors like outsourcing and the comparative advantage of different regions in specific industries.

Jamie Used to Be a Worker in a Paper Mill