The pie charts depict online
sales
for Canadian retailers in 2005 and 2010. Use synonyms
Overall
, electronic appliances and food were the most commonly purchased items online during both years.
In 2005, electronic appliances were the top-selling product, accounting for 35 Linking Words
percent
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sales
, followed by home furnishings at 22%. Food and beverages represented 22% of the total online market, whilst video games made up the smallest share at 18 Use synonyms
percent
.
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However
, the trend shifted by 2010. Linking Words
Although
electronic goods still made up a significant portion of Linking Words
sales
at 30%, they were no longer the top-selling category. Food and beverages took the lead, comprising a percentage of 32% of total Use synonyms
sales
. Video games moved into third place, accounting for 23% of online purchases, Use synonyms
while
home furnishings dropped to the lowest position, representing just 15 Linking Words
percent
.
In summary, electronics was consistently represented as a key segment of Canada's online market throughout both years.Change the spelling
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