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What is meant by the public sector ?

Correct answer: B. Economic activities in which the government engages for the public good

  • A. The goals of the society
  • B. Economic activities in which the government engages for the public good
  • C. Economic activities in which self-interest makes for personal affluence
  • D. Economic activities open to the public

Explanation

The public sector consists of economic activities undertaken or controlled by government to provide services and promote public welfare. Activities driven mainly by personal self-interest belong to the private sector.

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