Describe a key difference between urban and rural economies. ( 1 point )
A.) Urban areas tend to have greater population density.
B.) Rural areas have more diversified economies than urban areas.
C.) Rural areas tend to have higher GDP per capita.
D.) Rural areas receive more attention from government officials than urban areas.
A.) Urban areas tend to have greater population density.
This statement describes a key difference in terms of population distribution but does not directly address the economic differences between urban and rural economies. However, higher population density in urban areas often leads to a more diverse and complex economy due to a larger market and more varied job opportunities.
Urban economies typically have a broader range of industries including services, finance, technology, healthcare, and education, while rural economies are often primarily based on agriculture, natural resources, and sometimes manufacturing. Therefore, urban areas tend to have more diversified economies compared to rural areas. If we are strictly addressing an economic difference, none of the provided options accurately capture a fundamental economic contrast. Still, A) relates most closely to the broader context within which economic differences might emerge.