Question

Which component of smartphone production would you likely find being mined in Chile?(1 point)
Responses

rare-earth elements
rare-earth elements

copper
copper

e-waste
e-waste

carbon dioxide
Answer
Which activity is most likely to introduce weed species into a previously forested landscape?(1 point)
Responses

constructing pipeline
constructing pipeline

dredging
dredging

injecting hydraulic fracturing wastewater deep underground
injecting hydraulic fracturing wastewater deep underground

producing hydroelectric power
Answer
What is the primary purpose of the IMF?(1 point)
Responses

reduce poverty
reduce poverty

promote international economic stability
promote international economic stability

promote renewable energy
promote renewable energy

develop new technology
Answer
Which of the following best describes a food desert?(1 point)
Responses

a neighborhood where healthy, affordable food is difficult to find
a neighborhood where healthy, affordable food is difficult to find - no response given

the physical health of a population as a whole
the physical health of a population as a whole - no response given

a condition such as heart disease, diabetes, or hypertension
a condition such as heart disease, diabetes, or hypertension - incorrect

the number of infant deaths for every 1,000 live births
Answer
The growth of Silicon Valley had which of the following effects on global migration?(1 point)
Responses

brain drain, as high talent emigrated from other nations to Silicon Valley
brain drain, as high talent emigrated from other nations to Silicon Valley

movement away from Silicon Valley as its significance diminished to the global technology sector
movement away from Silicon Valley as its significance diminished to the global technology sector

an increase in competition with international technology companies
an increase in competition with international technology companies

an emphasis on collaboration and teamwork in K–12 education
Answer
How do geospatial technologies such as GIS, GPS, and remote sensing spur economic growth?(1 point)
Responses

by using less energy and resources to collect data
by using less energy and resources to collect data

by reducing the amount of information businesses have about consumer demographics and behavior
by reducing the amount of information businesses have about consumer demographics and behavior

by leaving travelers to find their own way around
by leaving travelers to find their own way around

by providing geographic information to manage resources more efficiently
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The component of smartphone production that you would likely find being mined in Chile is **copper**. Chile is one of the largest producers of copper in the world.
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The activity most likely to introduce weed species into a previously forested landscape is **constructing pipeline**. This process often involves clearing land and soil disturbance, which can create opportunities for weed species to establish.
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The primary purpose of the IMF (International Monetary Fund) is to **promote international economic stability**. The IMF works to ensure the stability of the international monetary system by providing policy advice, financial assistance, and fostering global monetary cooperation.
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The option that best describes a food desert is **a neighborhood where healthy, affordable food is difficult to find**. Food deserts typically lack sufficient access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy food options, often resulting in reliance on processed and unhealthy foods.
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The effect of the growth of Silicon Valley on global migration is best described as **brain drain, as high talent emigrated from other nations to Silicon Valley**. This phenomenon occurs as skilled individuals move to Silicon Valley in search of opportunities in the tech industry, thereby leaving their home countries.
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Geospatial technologies such as GIS, GPS, and remote sensing spur economic growth **by providing geographic information to manage resources more efficiently**. These technologies enable better decision-making and planning, which can lead to improved resource management, enhanced productivity, and ultimately economic growth.