The term "metropolis" is derived from the Greek, meaning

a. "immigration."
b. "mother city."
c. "urban center."
d. "community."


(Answer: b)

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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a. true b. false

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