How do light industries differ from heavy industries?

Based on raw material weight

Focus solely on consumer goods

Require less labor

Are typically government-owned

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A. Based on raw material weight

Solution:

The correct answer is 'Based on raw material weight'. Light industries use lighter raw materials and produce lighter goods, unlike heavy industries, which deal with bulky materials.

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