According to the Text, in the Contemporary World, Global Cities

question 60

Multiple Choice

According to the text, in the contemporary world, global cities are characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) a well-developed infrastructure.
• B) local transportation and communications systems.
• C) a skilled labor force.
• D) large-scale industrial manufacturing.
• E) advanced communication technology.

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