Economics

Which of the following transportation systems is essential for international trade? Select all that apply.

• Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport

• Railroads

• Interstate and highway systems

• Deepwater Ports such as Savannah and Brunswick

Which city is the major hub of rail, road, and air travel in Georgia?

• Savannah

• Augusta

• Atlanta

• Louisville

Which transportation systems connect Georgia to other states around the nation? (Choose all that apply)

• Airport

• Railroads

• Highways and Interstates

• Deepwater Ports

Which transportation systems most efficiently connect cities within Georgia? PICK TWO

• Deepwater Ports

• Railroads

• Highways

• Airport

Which of the following BEST DESCRIBE benefits of using deepwater ports rather than airplanes for trade? PICK TWO

• Ships can carry more cargo

• Ships can carry heavier cargo

• Airplanes travel more quickly despite weight restrictions

• Airplanes provide more intermodal opportunities

How does having four major transportation systems in Georgia MOST benefit the state’s businesses and industry?

• They provide faster routes for tourists

• They provide access to more markets (international and national)

• They provide less checkpoints for transporting crops

• They provide faster routes via rail for salesmen

Which of the following is the PRIMARY benefit to transportation systems?

• They prove jobs

• They provide access to national and international markets

• They provide an opportunity to attract tourists

• They promote economic dependency on one form of employment