What Have Some Regions Done to Reduce Competition Among Cities

question 10

Multiple Choice

What have some regions done to reduce competition among cities for development and to create a fairer distribution of tax benefits?

• A)Implemented regional tax base sharing
• B)Merged two or more cities into one megacity
• C)Annexed surrounding unincorporated regions
• D)Provided incentives for the private sector to provide multi-city public services

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