Environmental Influence on US Economy
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How have physical characteristics of the environment shaped agricultural practices in the United States?

  • By encouraging urban development over rural areas
  • By determining the types of crops that can be grown based on climate and soil (correct)
  • By making every region equally suitable for farming
  • By limiting access to agricultural technology
  • Which physical characteristic has most impacted industrial location decisions in the United States?

  • Relief features promoting tourism over industry
  • Access to natural resources like coal and minerals (correct)
  • Availability of flat terrain for easy transportation
  • Proximity to freshwater sources for hydration
  • What role do mountains play in economic activities in the United States?

  • They discourage any form of transportation or trade.
  • They facilitate the growth of dense urban areas.
  • They solely attract tourists, with no economic impact otherwise.
  • They create barriers that influence trade routes and settlement patterns. (correct)
  • In what way do rivers contribute to economic activities in the United States?

    <p>They enable transportation and trade by connecting inland areas to ports.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does climate influence economic activities such as tourism in the United States?

    <p>Different seasons and weather patterns encourage tourism in varied regions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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