The Leisure Hierarchy

A hierarchy is best defined as:

• The preference of one place over another

• The spatial distribution of a phenomenon

• When a phenomenon is placed in an order using grades or classes placed in sequence

• The distance a person will travel

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a sporting hierarchy?

• The more important facilities are placed at the top

• The least common facility goes to the top

• The bigger the capacity of the facility, the nearer to the top

• The more frequently visited facilities are placed near the top

The following is a definition of which key term: The minimum number of people required for that facility to be viable.

• Sphere of influence

• Leisure hierarchy

• Population threshold

• Range

Which of the following would not be classified as a higher order facility?

• Tour de France

• Polo club

• Formula 1 racing

• Local park

The maximum distance that people are prepared to travel to attend a sporting event or visit a tourist facility is referred to as:

• Sphere of influence

• Range

• Threshold population

• Hierarchy

Which of the following may explain the sphere of influence of the Egyptian pyramids?

• Affluence

• Marketing and advertisement

• Gender

• Distance decay