Test 4.2.1

What percentage of the UK's economic output is attributed to the construction industry?

• 3%

• 6%

• 9%

• 12%

How many people are employed in the UK construction industry, according to official figures?

• 1.5 million

• 2.3 million

• 3 million

• 4 million

How do construction developments contribute to the economy?

• By reducing taxes for other industries

• By generating tax revenues from workers and businesses

• By offering free services to local communities

• By limiting the number of new projects

Which sector benefits from the spending power of those employed in the construction industry?

• Healthcare

• Manufacturing

• Retail and leisure

• Agriculture

What type of projects can enhance property values and increase employment opportunities in local areas?

• Industrial projects

• Area regeneration projects

• Agricultural developments

• Offshore wind farms

Which infrastructure improvement helps with the efficient movement of goods, benefiting the economy?

• Schools

• Roads and bridges

• Shopping centres

• Hotels

How does improved telecommunications infrastructure benefit the economy?

• By reducing the need for face-to-face interactions

• By enhancing business collaboration and development

• By limiting the number of available jobs

• By reducing tax rates for businesses

How do local transport hubs contribute to the economy through the construction industry?

• By creating jobs in agriculture

• By reducing spending on public transport

• By facilitating efficient networking between population centres

• By lowering property values

What role does the construction industry play in supporting local leisure facilities?

• It reduces their taxes

• It generates taxable revenues through construction and operation

• It limits the number of new projects

• It provides free access to these facilities

How does the construction of educational establishments benefit the UK economy?

• By decreasing the number of available jobs

• By reducing the number of schools in rural areas

• By providing taxable profits and creating employment

• By limiting educational opportunities