The Growth of Online Shopping Sales in Canada: A Comparison between 2005 and 201

The two pie charts illustrate the online shopping sales for retail sectors in Canada in 2005 and 2010. Overall, there was a significant increase in online sales across all sectors during this period. In 2005, the largest share of online sales was in the electronics sector, accounting for 35% of total sales. This was followed by clothing and accessories at 25%, books and music at 20%, and household goods at 15%. The remaining 5% was divided among other sectors. However, by 2010, the distribution of online sales had shifted. The electronics sector still held the largest share, but it had decreased to 30%. Clothing and accessories saw a slight increase to 27%, while books and music remained the same at 20%. Household goods experienced the most significant growth, rising to 25%. The other sectors also saw a slight increase to 8%. In terms of growth, the household goods sector showed the most remarkable improvement, with a 10% increase in online sales. This can be attributed to the convenience and variety offered by online retailers in this sector. On the other hand, the electronics sector experienced a slight decline, possibly due to the saturation of the market and increased competition. In conclusion, the pie charts demonstrate the growth of online shopping sales in Canada between 2005 and 2010. The household goods sector experienced the most significant increase, while the electronics sector saw a slight decline. These changes reflect the evolving preferences and behaviors of Canadian consumers in the online retail market.