Question 1

Which types of farms benefit from a location close to urban areas?

Accepted Answer

Dairy farms and truck farms benefit from being close to urban areas because they can easily transport their products to sell in the city. Ranches typically do not benefit as much from being close to urban areas, as their products (livestock) may require more space and are typically not sold fresh in urban markets.

Question 2

High technology industries are often located near what?

Accepted Answer

High technology industries require a highly educated workforce and access to research and development. Major research universities provide both of these things, making them ideal locations for high technology industries.

Question 3

Mining has been associated with the economic base of which parts of North America?

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

Cash-grain farming is associated with what part of North America?

Accepted Answer

Cash-grain farming, which involves the cultivation of crops such as corn, wheat, and soybeans for sale, is most commonly associated with the Midwest region of the United States. This region, which includes states such as Illinois, Iowa, and Indiana, has some of the most fertile soil in the country and a long history of agricultural production.

Question 5

Petroleum and natural gas production has been associated with the economic base of which parts of North America?

Accepted Answer

Petroleum and natural gas production have been the basis of the economy in the Gulf Coast region of the United States, as well as in the Great Plains region and parts of northern Canada. These areas have a concentration of oil and gas reserves, and extracting them has provided a significant source of employment and income for the local population.

Question 6

Logging has been associated with the economic base of which parts of North America?

Accepted Answer

Logging has played a significant role in the economic development of the Pacific Northwest, Maine, and Eastern Canada where there are vast forest resources.

Question 7

North American manufacturing has traditionally been centered in what part of North America?

Accepted Answer

New England and the Great Lakes region have a long history of manufacturing, from the textile mills of the 19th century to the automobile industry in the 20th century. This region is home to cities like Detroit, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh, which were once major industrial centers.

Question 8

The percentage of people employed in the primary sector in North America has ________ over the last 100 years.

Accepted Answer

The primary sector includes agriculture, forestry, and mining, and over the last century, these industries have become more mechanized and efficient, leading to a significant decrease in the number of people employed in this sector.

Question 9

For many years a mainstay of the economy in Seattle,Washington was commercial fishing.Many people not employed in the fishing industry were employed providing goods and services to fishermen.This is an example of

Accepted Answer

The scenario described is an example of basic employment generating non-basic employment. The fishing industry, which is a basic employment sector, provides jobs for fishermen who may then spend their income on goods and services from non-basic employment sectors, such as restaurants, grocery stores, and other local businesses. This creates additional employment opportunities and economic growth in the area.

Question 10

In North America the majority of workers are employed in which sector(s)of the economy?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

Which factors contributed to the growth of tourism in North America?

Accepted Answer

The mass production and distribution of automobiles allowed more Americans to travel to previously inaccessible places, while increasing numbers of Americans with paid vacations made it easier for them to take trips. These factors contributed to the growth of tourism in North America. Increasing stress levels may have also played a role, but it is not a significant factor compared to the other two choices.

Question 12

Jobs that provide sales and services such as mechanics,doctors,waiters,and massage therapists are examples of which economic sector?

Accepted Answer

Sales and service jobs are part of the tertiary or service sector, which includes all jobs that provide intangible goods or services rather than physical goods.

Question 13

Why have manufacturing jobs moved from their traditional center in the Rust Belt to other regions in North America and regions outside of North America?

Accepted Answer

Manufacturing jobs have moved to lower labor cost regions, both within North America and outside of it. Cost-cutting measures have driven this trend, and companies have found more favorable labor and production conditions in other regions. The Rust Belt suffered from high labor costs, which drove companies to move elsewhere. Additionally, automation has decreased the need for skilled labor, making labor costs an even greater priority in deciding where to site manufacturing facilities. Transportation costs also played a factor, but they were not the primary driver of the shift in manufacturing jobs away from the Rust Belt. Energy costs may have been a factor, but the effect was likely minor compared to labor and logistics costs.

Question 14

The economic base traditionally identified with Detroit,Michigan is

Accepted Answer

Detroit is widely known as the "Motor City" due to its long history of automobile production. The city was once home to major automobile manufacturers such as General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler, which played a significant role in the city's economic development.

Question 15

The economic activities that a community relies on to generate income from elsewhere is called the

Accepted Answer

The term "economic base" refers to the economic activities that a community relies on to generate income from outside sources, such as tourism or exporting goods. The other answer choices are not commonly used terms in economics.

Question 16

By the end of the 20th century the majority of service and retail outlets were owned by ________.

Accepted Answer

Large corporations became more dominant in the service and retail industries by the end of the 20th century. Small businesses and entrepreneurs faced increased competition from larger corporations, leading to consolidation and the concentration of ownership among a few major players. Immigrants and seniors may have owned businesses, but they were not the majority of owners by the end of the century.

Question 17

Military bases and spending are associated with what part of North America?

Accepted Answer

Military bases and spending are most commonly associated with the South and Sun Belt regions of North America, which have a long history of hosting military installations and receiving government funding for defense spending. The other regions listed may also have military bases, but they are generally less prominent in terms of military presence and spending.

Question 18

In general,agricultural production (the production of crops)in North America has ________ over the last 100 years.

Accepted Answer

Agricultural production in North America has increased over the last 100 years due to advancements in technology, increased use of fertilizers and pesticides, and expansion of agricultural land.

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of employment in the primary sector?

Accepted Answer

The primary sector involves jobs that extract or harvest raw materials from the environment, such as mining, farming, or fishing. A miner falls under this category. The other three choices are in the secondary or tertiary sectors, which involve manufacturing or providing services.

Question 20

The primary cause of increased productivity of individual farmers in North America over the course of the 20th century is ________.

Accepted Answer

Technological innovation, such as the introduction of tractors, irrigation systems, and genetically modified crops, have significantly increased the efficiency and output of individual farmers in North America. This has allowed farmers to produce more crops with less labor and resources, leading to increased productivity. The other options, such as low-wage migrant labor, a natural decrease in pest populations, and the idea that farmers 100 years ago were ignorant and lazy, do not adequately explain the significant increase in productivity over the course of the 20th century.

Quiz 4: North American Political Economy