How are the waste disposal needs of a slum in the developing world different from those in a city in a high-income country?

What will be an ideal response?


Developed countries, like the United States, can put more money into waste disposal options than a developing country could. In addition, terrain and culture have to be taken into consideration. Some individuals survive on garbage and its collection. Each country's solution will be different, but must be considered carefully by the local governing authorities.

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A perturbation that causes a decrease in component A leads to a decrease in component B. Is the coupling between these two components positive or negative?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which country is Canada's largest trade partner?

a. United States b. China c. Russia d. Mexico e. France

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Geography plays a role in the decision making process of firm location because firms often try to minimize risk by selecting geographically adjacent or culturally similar environments

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of these statements is true?

A. Most of the people on the planet live in less-developed countries. B. Most of the people on the planet live in more-developed countries. C. People in less-developed countries have higher levels of income. D. People in more-developed countries have lower levels of consumption.

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