Graeme works at a factory that turns trees killed by the pine beetle infestation into beautiful "blue wood" furnishings. Which sector of the economy is he engaged in?
A) the primary sector
B) the secondary sector
C) the tertiary sector
D) the social reproduction sector

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Graeme's work involves processing raw materials (in this case, trees) into finished goods (furnishings), which is characteristic of the secondary sector of the economy. This sector includes industries that produce a finished, usable product or are involved in construction.

Graeme Works at a Factory That Turns Trees Killed by the Pine