Question

Read the following statements regarding quaternary activities carefully and choose the correct option:
i. It is associated with collection and production of information.
ii. It focuses on the production of tools.
iii. It is centred around research and development.
iv. It involves specialized knowledge and technical skills.

• A. Only i, ii and iii are correct.
• B. Only i, ii and iv are correct.
• C. Only i, iii and iv are correct.
• D. Only ii, iii and iv are correct.

Hint:

Quaternary activities are knowledge-based and focus on intellectual tasks such as research, education, and development. Keep in mind that quaternary activities are distinct from secondary activities which focus on physical production.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Quaternary activities focus on the generation, dissemination, and application of information and knowledge, particularly related to research and development. These activities are centered around intellectual efforts that involve specialized knowledge and technical skills. While statement ii refers to the production of tools, which is more related to secondary activities like manufacturing, it does not align with the core characteristics of quaternary activities. Hence, the correct answer is (C), as statements i, iii, and iv correctly describe the nature of quaternary activities.