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Provides an overview of the major ABS classifications and assist users wishing to gain a broad understanding of these classifications. This will aid the interpretation and analysis of statistics provided by the ABS. The classifications referred to in the guide relate to industry, geographical areas of Australia, production and trade commodities, countries, occupations, government finance and offences. In addition to providing a ready description of the nature of these key classifications, the guide gives details of ABS products that are available to be used in association with the classifications.