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EconomicsCLASS 10CBSE
answered 28 May 2026

What is economic activity?

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An economic activity involves the production, distribution, or consumption of goods and services to earn income or satisfy needs.

Three types:

  • Primary: Uses natural resources directly farming, fishing, mining.
  • Secondary: Processes raw materials manufacturing, construction.
  • Tertiary: Provides services banking, teaching, healthcare, IT.

GDP measures the total value of all economic activities within a country.

Summary: Economic activity covers all production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, classified as primary, secondary, or tertiary.