(this post never got answered :()
I need help with these two questions:
1. Sheet metal and copper piping are examples of
a. natural resources
b. industrial products
c. consumer products
d. standard materials
I think it's either B or D
2. Which of the following would be considered part of a primary processing system?
a. Drilling the earth for oil
b. Cutting lumber to build a barn
c. Manufacturing a computer chip
d. Servicing a furnace
I know it's not B.
Thanks
I apologize for the delay in answering your questions. Let's go through each question and explore how to arrive at the correct answers.
1. Sheet metal and copper piping are examples of:
To determine the correct answer, we need to understand the definitions of the options provided.
- Natural resources are materials that come from the Earth and are not significantly altered by human intervention.
- Industrial products are goods that are produced for use in other industries to make final products.
- Consumer products are goods that are intended for personal use by individuals.
- Standard materials generally refer to commonly used materials without any specific industry or consumer orientation.
Now, let's analyze the given options. Since sheet metal and copper piping are products of human intervention and are used in industries to make final products (such as building construction or plumbing), it is more appropriate to classify them as industrial products (option B) rather than standard materials (option D).
Answer: b. industrial products
2. Which of the following would be considered part of a primary processing system?
To determine the correct answer, we need to understand the concept of primary processing and analyze the given options.
- Primary processing refers to the initial step in the production or manufacturing process, often involving the extraction of raw materials or initial transformation of those materials.
Now, let's analyze the given options:
a. Drilling the earth for oil: This option involves the extraction of raw material (oil) from the earth, making it a primary processing activity.
b. Cutting lumber to build a barn: This option involves the processing of already extracted raw material (lumber) and is not considered part of primary processing.
c. Manufacturing a computer chip: This option involves the manufacturing of a final product and is not considered part of primary processing.
d. Servicing a furnace: This option does not involve the extraction or initial transformation of raw materials and is not part of primary processing.
From the analysis above, we can conclude that option a. Drilling the earth for oil is considered part of a primary processing system.
Answer: a. Drilling the earth for oil
I hope this explanation helps you understand how to arrive at the correct answers for these questions. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask!