Countries whose economies are dominated by primary-sector activities tend to have a relatively low per capita GDP.The exceptions are
A) some oil-rich countries (Saudi Arabia, Qatar).
B) tourism-based countries (Jamaica, Kenya, Thailand).
C) manufacturing-based countries (Germany, Italy, Japan).
D) service-based countries (United States, Canada, Austria).
E) primary commodity-producing countries (Mexico, China, Turkey).

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Oil-rich countries such as Saudi Arabia and Qatar have a dominant primary sector (extracting and exporting oil) and yet have high per capita GDP due to the high value of their primary commodity.

Answer: B 
 Tourism-based countries such as Jamaica, Kenya, and Thailand have a dominant service sector (catering to tourists) and yet have relatively high per capita GDP due to the profitability of their tourism industry.

Answer: E 
 Primary commodity-producing countries such as Mexico, China, and Turkey have a dominant primary sector (producing and exporting commodities such as agriculture, minerals, and metals) and yet have a relatively high per capita GDP due to the high demand and value of their primary commodities in the global market.

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