Georgia Studies Economics

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What are Georgia's four transportation systems?

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The interstate, Hartsfield Jackson Airport, the railroads, and deepwater ports.

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What major role do the transportation systems in Georgia play in Georgia's economy?

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The transportation systems allow Georgia to trade with other countries and provide jobs.

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Why is Hartsfield Jackson Airport so important to Georgia's economy?

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It is the world's busiest airport and it brings in over $23.5 billion a year.

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Where are the deepwater ports in Georgia located that bring in about 80% of the goods for the state?

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Savannah and Brunswick

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Which form of transportation in Georgia historically was used the most? Options: Railroads, Airport, Highway system

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Railroads

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Which of these forms of transportation employs the most workers in the state? Hartsfield Jackson Airport, Deepwater Ports, Railroads

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Hartsfield Jackson Airport

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Which forms of transportation would be best used for international travel? Options: Interstate highway system and railroad., Deepwater ports and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport., Hartsfield-Jackson airport, and railroad.

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Deepwater ports and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

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Prior to the creation of railroads, trade was conducted along the Savannah River. Which form of transportation would this fall under?

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Deepwater Ports

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The amount of money an entrepreneur or business earns after paying their expenses

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Profit

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Which of the following motivates entrepreneurs to accept the risk of failure? The ability to earn a profit, The ability to earn a degree, The ability to earn materials, The ability to express creativity

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The ability to earn a profit