Question

Classify the following into two groups on the
basis of bulk and weight of raw material and
finished goods.
(i) Oil
(ii) Knitting needles
(iii) Brassware
(iv) Fuse wires
(v) Watches
(vi) Sewing Machines
(vii) Shipbuilding
(viii) Electric Bulbs
(ix) Paint brushes
(x) Automobiles​

Answer 1

Classification according to light and heavy industries

Step by step explanation:

• Light industries: Light industry are industries light and less captive intense products or product equipment. Light industry is more consumer oriented . It produces small consumer goods.

The items that come under this category are,  Knitting needles, fuse wire, watches, electric bulbs, paint brushes.

• Heavy industries: Heavy industry are industries that have high capital intense products or product equipment. The produce large, heavy products at bulk. It produces business oriented goods.

The items that come under this category are, oil, brassware, sewing machine, ship building, automobiles.

Answer 2

Answer:

Bulk:

1)Oil

2) Brassware

3) Sewing machines

4) Shipbuilding

5) Automobiles

Light:

1) Knitting Needles

2) Fuse wire

3) Watches

4) Electric Bulbs

5) Paint Brushes

Explanation :

Based on the bulk and weight of raw materials and finished goods, Industries are classified as Heavy and Light,