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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The approach to development LEAST likely to result in sprawl is
A
leapfrog development.
B
commercial (strip) development.
C
high-density multi-use development.
D
low-density single-use development
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -low-density single-use development. The answer is C.

Detailed explanation-2: -First, population growth results in the outward expansion of urban areas (sometime population decline also can be a precursor to sprawl). Second, rising incomes allow residents to purchase larger living space.

Detailed explanation-3: -Urban sprawl in the United States has its origins in the flight to the suburbs that began in the 1950s. People wanted to live outside of city centers to avoid traffic, noise, crime, and other problems, and to have homes with more square footage and yard space.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lower Land Rates. Improved Infrastructure. The Rise in Standard of Living. Lack of Urban Planning. Lack of Proper Laws that can Regulate Urban Planning. Lower House Tax Rates. The Rise in Population Growth. Consumer Preferences.

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