Secondary Economic Activities (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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Which sector employs 28% of the workforce in the region?
Which sector employs 28% of the workforce in the region?
Secondary sector
Since what century has Paris Basin had a long industrial tradition?
Since what century has Paris Basin had a long industrial tradition?
17th
What natural feature aids heavy industries due to good navigation?
What natural feature aids heavy industries due to good navigation?
River Seine
Which port facilities attract industries like petrochemical and textiles?
Which port facilities attract industries like petrochemical and textiles?
Deep water ports
What is the workforce size in the Paris region?
What is the workforce size in the Paris region?
21 million
What fashion brands originated in Paris?
What fashion brands originated in Paris?
Chanel and Louis Vuitton
Which car brands have plants in the Paris region?
Which car brands have plants in the Paris region?
Citroen and Renault
Where has France invested in industry to reduce congestion?
Where has France invested in industry to reduce congestion?
Industrial estates & parks
What percentage of French research is in the Paris Basin?
What percentage of French research is in the Paris Basin?
85%
What portion of France’s banks are headquartered in the Paris Basin?
What portion of France’s banks are headquartered in the Paris Basin?
38%