In urban areas,Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs)________.
A) are defined by local communities
B) have a population of at least 50,000
C) comprise counties containing a central city
D) have a population as low as 4,000
E) B and C

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Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) are defined by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and they comprise counties containing a central city with a population of at least 50,000. Therefore, the correct answer is E, as it combines options B and C. Option A is incorrect because MSAs are defined by the federal government, not local communities. Option D is incorrect because MSAs must have a population of at least 50,000.

In Urban Areas,Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs)________