One characteristic that distinguishes urban settlements from rural settlements is that

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A. rural settlements are areas of secondary activities
B. urban settlements are areas of primary activities
C. urban settlements are areas of secondary and tertiary activities
D. both primary and tertiary activities predominate in urban settlement

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Urban settlements are distinguished from rural settlements by being areas of secondary and tertiary activities. Urban areas are typically centers of commerce, industry, and services, while rural areas are primarily focused on agriculture and primary activities

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