Author(s): Manya Chylinski
Format: Hardback
No. of Pages: 203
Publisher: Facts on File Inc
Language: English
Date Published: 2010-07-01
Dimensions: 157.48 x 228.6 x 20.32mm
Publication City/Country: New York, United States
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Manufacturing is crucial to the economy in the United States, accounting for 62 percent of research and development and almost a third of productivity growth. In terms of job creation, this industry has the highest multiplier effect: Every $1 million of final sales supports eight manufacturing jobs and six jobs in other industries, such as services and agriculture. Because manufacturing covers a broad range of products, it offers a variety of opportunities for those who wish to work in it.