Multiple choice

Which sector of industry would a Research & Development firm operate?

  1. Primary

  2. Secondary

  3. Tertiary

  4. Quaternary

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Research and Development (R&D) firms operate in the quaternary sector, which consists of intellectual, knowledge-based activities such as information technology, scientific research, and development. Primary involves raw materials, secondary involves manufacturing, and tertiary involves services.