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Which of the following describes an economic activity that is concerned with the extraction of minerals?

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Iron and steel industry
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Coal mining industry
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Tourism industry
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Textile industry
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Solution

The correct option is B Coal mining industry
Industry can be described as an economic activity which is concerned with the production of goods, extraction of minerals or providing services. Iron and steel industry is associated with the production of goods, whereas coal mining industry is concerned with the extraction of minerals, like coal. Tourism industry is a service provider.

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