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AP Human Geography
Unit 2 – Population and Migration
Topic 2.1
What best describes the primary cause for rapid urbanization in developing countries?
Environmental degradation forces people out of their rural homes into city slums where they can at least find shelter.
Rural residents migrate to cities seeking better job opportunities and improved living conditions.
Urban areas tend to provide better access to healthcare facilities resulting in longer lifespans compared with those residing in rural areas.
Government policies favoring urban development over rural areas lead to forced migration.
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