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Examine the evolving trends and levels of employment, including factors like the growth of the tertiary sector, increased female participation in the workforce, and shifts from public to market employment.

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Cambridge IGCSE EconomicsGovernment and the macroeconomy

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Examine the evolving trends and levels of employment, including factors like the growth of the tertiary sector, increased female participation in the workforce, and shifts from public to market employment

  • This point belongs to Employment and unemployment, especially Employment and unemployment outcomes.
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Changing Employment Trends

The growth of the tertiary sector, increased female participation in the workforce, and a shift from public to market employment are key trends influencing employment levels.

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    State one factor contributing to the growth of employment in the tertiary sector.

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