Which of the following is a functionalist view on urbanization?
A) Urbanism has negative consequences including alienation and friction.
B) An urbanized environment is where one's physical contacts are close, but social contacts are distant.
C) Urbanization is largely the result of decisions made by powerful capitalists and high-income groups.
D) Urban space is a commodity that is bought and sold for profit.
E) Cities serve many important social and economic functions, but urbanization also has its downsides.
Question 2
Michael and Belinda, an affluent couple, bought a sprawling mansion at a reasonable price in an urban neighborhood. They renovated the house to include luxurious amenities and converted a simple structure into an upscale property. This scenario best illustrates _____.
A) gentrification
B) urban sprawl
C) residential segregation
D) pocket listing
E) population growth
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