Which of the Following Best Describes the Practical Importance of the Classifications

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the practical importance of the classifications of metropolitan, micropolitan, and noncare areas?

• A) Classifications are used for congressional policy-making and funding decisions.
• B) Metropolitan areas gained importance because of their large population.
• C) Micropolitan areas are now recognized for their crucial role in society.
• D) The new system emphasizes the extent of rural (noncare) areas.

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Definitions:

Anterior

Referring to the front or towards the front of the body; opposite of posterior.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved in the control of behavior and the formation of emotions.

Lateral Geniculate

A part of the thalamus that acts as a primary processing center for visual information received from the retina.

Dentate Gyrus

A part of the hippocampus involved in memory formation, thought to contribute to the generation of new memories.