What is the primary role of manufacturing industries in reducing dependence on agriculture?

Providing agricultural tools

Creating job opportunities in secondary sectors

Increasing agricultural output

Importing raw materials

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B. Creating job opportunities in secondary sectors

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Manufacturing industries reduce dependency on agricultural income by creating jobs in secondary sectors, thereby diversifying income sources for individuals.

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