Question

Which of the following statements is a characteristic particular to the postindustrial economy?

A. Mechanical skills are replaced by literacy skills.
B. Specialization characterizes the division of labor.
C. New sources of energy are exploited.
D. Manufacturing and mass production proliferate.

Answer 1

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The answer is B) Specialization characterizes the division of labor

A Post-Industrial economy is characterized by various factors, such as the change from manufacturing to the service sector. You can see examples of Post-Industrial economies in Western Europe, Japan, and the US.

A key characteristic of Post-Industrial economy is the specialization of labor and the requirement for highly skilled workers, who replace the manual and non-qualified workers in factories.