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Why are most major population centers in Germany and the United Kingdom located in urban rather than rural areas?

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because there are typically more job opportunities in urban areas than there are in rural areas

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The climate of the United Kingdom is BEST described as

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temperate and often rainy

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Why do so few people live permanently in the northern Siberia region of Russia?

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The Siberian climate is harsh and subarctic.

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In what way has geography helped the United Kingdom become a leader in international trade?

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The United Kingdom's position in the north Atlantic allowed it become a trading hub by building up its shipping industry.

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Based on the map, Germany's MOST likely exports are

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foodstuffs

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Which of the following does NOT negatively impact trade for Russia? Russia's vast size, abundance of natural resources, cold freezing climate, support of entrepreneurship and new ideas

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abundance of natural resources

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Which factor has historically benefited German trade? Options: the country's central location within the continent of Europe, the country's access to the English Channel via its eastern coast, the country's tropical climate and ability to grow crops year-round, the country's location in relation to Mediterranean shipping routes

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the country's central location within the continent of Europe

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Why has Russia encouraged economic development in northern regions of the country?

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There are large deposits of oil and natural gas in the northern regions of Russia.

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How has the geography and climate of Russia influenced the way that Ivan lives and does business?

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Western Russia has a milder climate than eastern Russia which makes it more pleasant to live in. However, many of Russia's valuable natural resources are located in eastern Russia.

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How did Germany use its geographic features as a natural advantage to become a hub of international trade?

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Germany built an extensive highway system to take advantage of its central location in Europe.