The growth of the city of Houston in Texas
a. was promoted by its location on the Gulf of Mexico and its proximity to oil fields.
b. was cause by increased levels of tourism.
c. was based on the service industry rather than manufacturing.
d. None of the above
Question 2
A look at the most populous North American metropolises suggests that
a. cities tend to locate themselves toward the center of each state.
b. the railroads determined their location.
c. the majority are located on waterways.
d. defense was a crucial factor in determining their location.