The continued agglomeration of economic activity in an era of _______________________ seems rather counterintuitive.

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The phrase "continued agglomeration of economic activity" refers to the concentration of economic activities in certain areas. In an era characterized by "space-shrinking" technologies, advanced transportation infrastructure, and modern communications networks, one might expect economic activity to become more dispersed, as these factors make it easier to conduct business over long distances. However, the continued concentration of economic activities despite these advancements is what makes it counterintuitive, hence all the options (A, B, C) collectively explain the scenario, making D the correct choice.

The Continued Agglomeration of Economic Activity in an Era of _______________________