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What is the goal of making cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable?

To promote rural development and reduce urbanization
To increase energy consumption and pollution levels in cities
To accommodate the growing urban population and address major human issues (correct)
To reduce the concentration of people in urban areas

What percentage of the Earth's land do cities occupy?

20%
50%
3% (correct)
10%

What is a major concern related to cities mentioned in the text?

Overpopulation leading to scarcity of resources
Lack of technological advancement in urban areas
Excessive availability of energy and resources
Inequality and the rising number of people living in slums (correct)

Why must solutions to major human issues be found in city life?

<p>Because half of humanity already lives in cities and this number is expected to grow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of energy consumption and carbon emissions do cities account for?

<p>60-80% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Urbanization and its impact

Cities are becoming more important as they house a larger population and face significant challenges.

Cities' environmental footprint

Cities are responsible for a significant portion of the world's energy use and pollution.

Inclusive and Equitable Cities

To create cities that work for everyone, we must address issues like poverty and inequality.

Resilient Cities

Cities need to be prepared for natural disasters and climate change.

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