Approximately what share of the UK economy do services account for?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. About 80 per cent
- Step 1: Services such as finance, retail and education make up about four fifths of economic output.
- Step 2: Manufacturing makes up around one tenth.
Answer
About 80 per cent.
Why not the others: The other numbers are far from the real figure.
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