Which pair represents major sectors of The Bahamas' economy?

• A. Tourism and banking
• B. Banking and mining
• C. Agriculture and fishing
• D. Manufacturing and tourism

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is recognizing which two sectors drive The Bahamas’ economy. Tourism dominates because the country’s beaches, climate, cruise ships, and resorts bring in visitors and create countless jobs in hotels, transportation, food service, and retail. The other major pillar is financial services, with The Bahamas acting as a regional hub for banking, offshore finance, and asset management, which brings in substantial revenue and employment.

Mining isn’t a significant activity in The Bahamas, and manufacturing plays only a small role, so those pairings don’t reflect what most powers the economy. Agriculture and fishing exist but contribute less to overall economic activity compared with tourism and banking.