The Shift of Population from the Rust Belt in the North

question 51

Multiple Choice

The shift of population from the Rust Belt in the North to the Sun Belt in the South and Southwest will likely

• A) decrease national cultural identity.
• B) reduce regional cultural differences.
• C) make it difficult to collect demographic information.
• D) create a demand for a new generational cohort.
• E) make it more difficult for companies to differentiate their products.

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Definitions:

R&D Costs

Expenses associated with research and development activities, aimed at discovering new knowledge or innovations that could lead to new products or improvements in existing ones.

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Research and Development

The activities undertaken by a business or organization to innovate and introduce new products or services.

Adaptation

The process by which organisms or entities adjust to changes in their environment or operations to ensure survival or efficiency.