Question

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Some of the world’s biggest cities are financial hubs. Others are in the developing world and do not have the same industries to support them. How will the cities with financial centers differ from those without them?

A.
There will be few differences since both are growing quickly.

B.
Those with financial centers will address the problems that come with urban growth first.

C.
Those with financial centers won’t have any issues of poverty due to their international importance.

D.
Those with financial centers have a higher standard of living than those of cities in the developing world.

Answer 1

Answer: B

Explanation: Cities with financial centers have more resources to address the problems that come with urban growth, such as poverty, crime, and pollution. They also have a greater incentive to address these problems, as they want to maintain their status as financial hubs.