Asked by Joshua Welch on Jul 16, 2024

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Ontario's 401 highway system and the Queen Elizabeth Way have multiple areas that are characterized by strip malls, entertainment businesses, and office complexes. What would sociologists call these areas beside major highways?

A) industrial cities
B) edge cities
C) dual cities
D) postmodern cities

Edge Cities

Are clusters of malls, offices, and entertainment complexes that arise at the convergence point of major highways.

Strip Malls

Linearly arranged commercial complexes offering retail, dining, and service spaces, usually accessible from a large parking area.

Queen Elizabeth Way

is a major arterial highway in Southern Ontario, Canada, connecting Toronto and the Niagara Peninsula.

  • Delve into the effects of postmodern urbanism, considering class divisions and cultural developments.
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Joaquin RodriguezJul 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
These areas are referred to as "edge cities," a term that describes suburban centers with all the amenities and services of urban centers, located at the edge of traditional cities or along major highways. They often develop around major roadways and feature a mix of business, entertainment, and retail spaces.