49a/b- Georgia's Four Transportation Systems and Economy

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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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Why is Georgia considered the major transportation hub of the South?

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Georgia's transportation channels allows access to most of the United States.

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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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What is the greatest effect that Georgia's transportation systems have on the state's economy?

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They provide jobs and domestic and international goods to the people of Georgia

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How would a business benefit from having access to the Port of Savannah?

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access to the interstate highway system and railroads to move products efficiently

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In what ways are Georgia's deep-water ports and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport similar?

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both are involved in importing and exporting goods

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Which reason is BEST for expanding Georgia’s infrastructure (the 4 transportation systems)?

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to help the State’s economy grow

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How does the transportation systems have a local economic impact on the state of Georgia? Options: Bring tourists to the state & provide job opportunities for Georgia's citizens, Help in the development of cities in the state, Allows the state to trade both domestically and internationally, All of the above

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All of the above