Question

Analyze the reasons why lower-income people in rural areas move to cities. Which of these is a pull factor that might explain rural to urban migration? (1 point)

natural disaster

greater economic opportunity

religious conflict

unfair land distribution

Answer 1

Greater economic opportunity is a pull factor that might explain rural to urban migration. Lower-income people in rural areas may be attracted to cities due to the potential for better-paying jobs, access to services and amenities, and the chance to improve their living standards.