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1
What is true of primate cities?
they are more than twice the size of the next largest city in that country
is larger and more dominant than cities in neighboring countries
they are always national capitals
is found in a central part of the country for accessibility by all citizens
2
What is a major factor for the emergence of edge cities in European urban areas such as Paris?
Low-income squatter settlements at the city center
The historic buildings in the center of the city
The lack of public transportation
Land at the city center is not as valuable
3
What is the main reason for the rapid growth of megacities in LDCs?
international migration
interregional migration
increase in birth rates
decline in the death rate
4
Which city model's focal point is around an old colonial port?
Latin American model
Southeast Asian model
European model
African model
5
What does threshold mean according to Central Place Theory?
the economic node of the central place
the GDP of the central place
the minimum number of people needed to support a service
beyond the hinterland where no economic activites take place
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What evolved as a result of goods and services being directed towards suburban growth?
Manufacturing Zones
Megalopolises
Financial Districts
Edge Cities
7
What is a major problem associated with gentrification?
higher rents may displace poorer residents
creates zones of underuse or abandonment
new buildings cause sustainability issues
re-routing traffic leads to congestion
8
Which urban model includes a commercial spine bordered by wealthy elite?
The African model
The Galactic model
The Latin American model
The Southeast Asian model
9
If a city is globally significant economically, politically, or culturally it is considered ______.
a world city
a galactic city
a primate city
an edge city
10
How are residential areas situated in the North American sector city model?
linear areas extending out from the center
in the periphery only
in the inner city only
in edge cities along beltways
11
What is the focal point of most Latin American cities?
skyscraper office buildings
a central plaza
squatter settlements
a zone of heavy industry
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What type of land use is typically found on the periphery of Latin American cities?
manufacturing zones
Upper class housing
transportation corridors
squatter settlements
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Which statement is true about most major cities in the world?
most are located on water features
most primate cities are located in the U.S. and China
most major cities are located between the tropic lines
the fastest growing cities are found in MDCs
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Which is a common feature of the original CBD in most cities?
Manufacturing is in the middle of the original CBD
Residential space is not permitted
Land values are lower than in the rest of the zones
Land values are higher than other urban zones
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What is the main reason for the creation of squatter settlements in the periphery of LDC cities?
There is public transit available to commute to work in the CBD
The people there prefer the space away from the city center
There are not enough permanant housing options within the city
The people there share common cultural beliefs and values
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What problem with cities in LDCs is represented by the picture?
There is a high level of homelessness in the city center
There is an income gap between residents in the center and the periphery
The city's status in the global economy is declining
The city cannot maintain the infrastructure of the CBD
17
What best explains the creation of bike trails, community centers, and EV charging stations in a city?
they are social developments to improve the lives of citizens in the city
mixed land use projects to create residential and commercial spaces
cities create them as economic opportunities for city workers
businesses add these amenities in order to make a profit off of their use
18
Which of the following best explains why Dallas has more specialized stores than Joshua?
Gravity Model
Central Place Theory
Rank-Size Rule
Demographic Transition Model
19
What do the concentric zone model & bid rent theory combine to explain?
how the land closest to the CBD is most valuable
how rent for agricultural land increases farther from the CBD
how rent for office space is greater in the periphery
how housing prices are greater in rural areas
20
Which of the following best describes a difference in city transportation issues in different parts of the world?
most LDCs do not have traffic issues due to lower levels of development
traffic congestion in American cities is due to sprawl and reliance on cars
traffic congestion is only a problem in North American cities
higher use of public transit in Japan and Europe is due to lower incomes
21
Before the mid 1800's, what most affected the location of major cities in the U.S.?
navigable waterways
defensive sites
railroad stations
highway systems
22
What is a major benefit of transit-oriented developments for advocates of sustainable cities?
increase in urban migrants
additional urban sprawl
reduction in carbon emissions
increasing profits for transit companies
23
What is an advantage of the Multiple Nuclei city model over the Concentric Zone and Sector models?
it is applicable to rural areas beyond the urban periphery
it easily incorporates the construction of an airport in the periphery
it easily depicts areal physical relief features
it allows for the CBD to be located in an edge city
24
Mixed-use development that encourages walkability and community interaction are elements of _____.
edge cites
gentrification
leapfrog development
new urbanism
25
Which of the following is an example of a smart-growth approach to urban planning?
create zoning that separates retail shops from residences
creating more highway lanes to lessen congestion
creating walkable neighborhoods with mixed land use
converting farmland to suburban neighborhoods
26
What was a consequence of blockbusting in North American cities?
Real estate agents lost sellers
Neighborhood ethnic composition changed
Poor residents couldn't afford mortgages
Residential areas turned into commercial zones
27
Which statement best explains the diagram shown as a model in human geography?
it's a model of areas with service-based urban economies
it's a model of areas first settled in the era of postcolonial independence
it's a model of areas with tech-based urban economies
it's a model of areas that were once colonial-era Spanish cities
28
According to the rank size rule, if the largest city has 800,000 people, the fourth largest will have
200,000
300,000
400,000
100,000
29
Which of the following is an important physical site characteristic for a city?
a downtown sports arena
a major airport
a natural harbor
a central park
30
What is the primary goal of adding light rail to a city's public transportation network?
promote continued urban sprawl
reduce the number of highway accidents
protect wetlands from industrial water pollution
reduce air pollution from car exhaust
31
Bangkok, Thailand has over 10 million people, about 7 times larger than the next largest Thai city. Bangkok is ____.
a capital city and an edge city
a primate city and a hinterland
a world city and a metacity
a megacity and a primate city
32
According to Christaller's Central Place Theory, which of these would have the smallest range?
Kroger
AT&T Stadium
Bass Hall
DFW Airport
33
Which best describes the process of gentrification in the U.S.?
constructing new neighborhoods for senior citizens
the increase in suburban housing in the periphery
private redevelopment of homes and businesses
government projects to increase public spaces
34
According to Central Place Theory, what is the max distance someone will go for a good or service?
Range
Threshold
Relative Location
Distance Decay
35
The dark red counties have experienced the most population growth. What is the best reason for this pattern?
The rise of international migrants moving to coastal regions.
Increase in economic activity due to trade along an international border
The continued growth of suburbs around major urban centers
The shift from urban and suburban residents to rural
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Which is true based on Central Place Theory?
large cities will offer services with higher ranges and thresholds
smaller settlements will specialize in high order goods and services
people are willing to travel further for basic, everyday necessities
small towns are the only places one can find low order goods and services
