The graph represents data on the quantity of jobs in four sectors of the economy from 1960 to 2000. Overall, Manufacturing and Agriculture experienced a significant decrease, while Retail and Healthcare showed substantial growth. By the end of the period in 2020, all sectors had experienced changes.
The number of jobs in each sector varied greatly over the 60-year period. In 1960, Manufacturing had the most jobs, numbering around 20 million. Retail and Healthcare had fewer jobs, with approximately 8 million and 2 million, respectively. Agriculture had only 5 million jobs in 1960, which declined slowly over the following 60 years.
From 1980 to 2020, Manufacturing experienced a steady decrease, losing a total of 10 million jobs by the end of the period. On the other hand, Retail jobs increased from 8 million in 1960 to 16 million in 2020. Healthcare maintained 2 million jobs throughout the 60 years, eventually reaching 20 million
