Detroit: The Motor City Flashcard

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Why has Detroit been called "The Motor City" for over 100 years?

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Due to its unique combination of resources and industries

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What natural resources were easily accessible in Michigan that helped it become "The Motor City"?

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Coal and iron

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Who were the two entrepreneurs mentioned that contributed to Detroit's development as "The Motor City"?

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Olds and Ford

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How did Detroit's location contribute to its growth in the early 1900s?

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It had easy access to major railroads and was a major port for commerce.

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What are natural resources?

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Things in nature that people find useful

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Which of the following is an example of a capital resource? Water, Truck drivers, Factories, Specialization

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Factories

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Who are considered human resources?

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Truck drivers and teachers

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What does specialization mean?

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Focusing on producing certain goods or services

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What is an entrepreneur?

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A special kind of worker who combines natural, human, and capital resources to produce goods or services.

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What does entrepreneurship involve?

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Combining natural, human, and capital resources in a unique way to produce goods or services