Use of the Term Edge Cities Conveys the Notion That

Use of the term edge cities conveys the notion that

A) the states, in guiding growth to selected areas, have created new cities to absorb the growth.
B) the forces of rapid, unplanned growth have created new developments on the urban fringes.
C) "bedroom communities" on the city's edge now seek annexation to the central city.
D) the central cities have been key players in determining where such developments occur but would like to disclaim such credit.