Urban Planning and Site Selection

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What is the primary benefit of proximity to transportation networks in plant location?

Minimizing logistical costs and ensuring timely delivery of finished products (correct)
Reducing labor costs
Enhancing environmental sustainability
Improving market accessibility

Which of the following is a key consideration in site selection for a production facility?

Availability of office space
Proximity to competitors
Presence of local universities
Access to sources of raw materials (correct)

What is the primary goal of a customer-centric approach in plant location?

Enhancing environmental sustainability
Understanding the demands of the market and aligning production with consumer needs (correct)
Reducing production costs
Improving labor relations

What is a key benefit of industrial concentration in plant location?

Economies of agglomeration (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary environmental consideration in plant location?

Not mentioned in the passage (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the ability of a production facility to quickly adapt to changes in market demand?

Agile manufacturing (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant advantage of cities in terms of transportation logistics?

Proximity to markets and transportation hubs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential way a company can mitigate its environmental impact when selecting a site?

By negotiating for benefits with the local government (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration when evaluating a site's characteristics?

Accessibility and power infrastructure (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between the labor market in cities and suburbs?

Cities have a larger talent pool (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic that distinguishes suburbs from cities?

Less dense population and more room for growth (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial factor to consider when evaluating a site for a plant location?

Availability of water and power (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of city zoning ordinances?

They specify the type of businesses allowed in an area (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key consideration in managing labor costs?

Assessing labor availability in the target location (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of transportation logistics in site selection?

Opting for quick and inexpensive logistics (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a regional characteristic that can influence business growth?

Concentration of similar industries (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical factor to consider when evaluating the environmental impact of a site?

Disposal of waste (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key consideration in site selection for a plant location?

Soil quality and topography (C) Signup and view all the answers