Question 17. a. Consequently, professionals increasingly seek careers in knowledge-intensive sectors, where adaptability, creative problem-s...

Question 17. 

a. Consequently, professionals increasingly seek careers in knowledge-intensive sectors, where adaptability, creative problem-solving, and cross-disciplinary skills are essential.

b. Against this backdrop of labour market transformation, new graduates face heightened competition, requiring a combination of technological competence and strong interpersonal skills.

c. This shift has led to a decline in labour demand in traditional sectors like manufacturing and retail, where routine tasks are increasingly automated.

d. At the same time, the rise of remote work and the gig economy has reshaped perceptions of job security, encouraging individuals to pursue diversified career paths and engage in continuous learning.

e. Employment patterns have shifted dramatically over the past decade due to rapid technological innovation and globalisation.

        A. e – c – d – b – a        B. e – c – a – d – b                C. e – d – b – a – c                D. e – b – a – c – d