Ports and Economic Development

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According to the passage, which economist argued that industry naturally begins to develop along navigable waterways?

  • Adam Smith (correct)
  • Alfred Weber
  • John Maynard Keynes
  • David Ricardo

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential benefit of efficient port activities according to the passage?

  • Attracting new industries related to maritime trade
  • Reducing transportation costs in the production sector
  • Expanding market opportunities for regional firms
  • Increasing unemployment in the region (correct)

According to the passage, how can efficient port activities promote economic growth?

  • By reducing the need for transportation infrastructure investment
  • By increasing the demand for unskilled labor in the region
  • By reducing the cost of imports and exports, thereby increasing competitiveness (correct)
  • By attracting foreign direct investment to the region

Which economic concept is mentioned in the passage as a potential benefit of efficient port activities?

<p>Multiplier effect (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what did Alfred Weber argue regarding the location decisions of firms?

<p>Firms prefer locations with access to multiple modes of transportation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a direct economic impact of port activities?

<p>Industrial manufacturing activities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for governments to have port development plans?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of economic impact is derived from the consumption and investment by companies and agents related to port activities?

<p>Related or induced impact (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a positive multiplier effect of efficient transport systems?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 2011, how much revenue was generated from maritime services in the United Kingdom, according to the text?

<p>Both $21.5 billion in revenue and 262,700 jobs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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