Which of the following is a possible reason that urban sprawl is common even when it has a negative impact on the environment?
a.
extending outward causes more crowded conditions
b.
extending outward is more economical than extending upward
c.
extending outward creates less pollution
d.
all of the above
Please select the best answer from the choices provided
A
B
C
D
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Extending outward is often more economical than building upward (cheaper land, lower construction costs, consumer preferences for single-family homes), which helps explain urban sprawl. Options A and C are incorrect: sprawl generally reduces crowding and tends to increase (not decrease) pollution.
Extending outward is often more economical than building upward (cheaper land, lower construction costs, consumer preferences for single-family homes), which helps explain urban sprawl. Options A and C are incorrect: sprawl generally reduces crowding and tends to increase (not decrease) pollution.
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