FRQ 2- The data table shows the relative rankings of 10 world cities, as reported in the global cities index. The global cities index is scored using the criteria shown, where each category is weighted as to its importance to the overall score.

The data table shows the relative rankings of 10 world cities, as reported in the global cities index. The global cities index is scored using the criteria shown, where each category is weighted as to its importance to the overall score. D. Explain ONE difference between world cities and metacities.

-Metacities have grown to attain their status through rapid rural-to-urban migration from their hinterlands. -World cities have attained their status as nodes of the global economy though the movement and concentration of transnational finance and trade.

The data table shows the relative rankings of 10 world cities, as reported in the global cities index. The global cities index is scored using the criteria shown, where each category is weighted as to its importance to the overall score. C. Explain ONE way the Internet may interrupt the hierarchical diffusion of a globalized culture.

Because of the internet and things like online shopping and online music sites, people no longer need to travel to cities and experience the culture. It prohibit that diffusion of a globalized culture becuase people can stay in their bubble while experiencing the things they would have to travel for without the internet.

The data table shows the relative rankings of 10 world cities, as reported in the global cities index. The global cities index is scored using the criteria shown, where each category is weighted as to its importance to the overall score. F. Using the data in the table and the scoring criteria, explain ONE reason for the difference in scores between London and Washington, D.C.

The Business activity category comprises 30% of the score, and London is a global business hub, whereas the political engagement category comprises 10% and Washington, D.C., is a national capital with global influence.

The data table shows the relative rankings of 10 world cities, as reported in the global cities index. The global cities index is scored using the criteria shown, where each category is weighted as to its importance to the overall score. E. Using the data in the table, explain ONE limitation of the world city classification system in reflecting current patterns of global urban development

The world city classification does not reflect the largest or the most rapidly growing cities, as these are in less developed countries.

The data table shows the relative rankings of 10 world cities, as reported in the global cities index. The global cities index is scored using the criteria shown, where each category is weighted as to its importance to the overall score. A. Describe the world city concept in the context of globalization.

World cities are often the most important cities in terms of social and economic impacts. World cities are often where globalization occurs, given that globalization is the connection of different parts of the world. Globalization results in the expansion of international cultural, economic, and political activities.

The data table shows the relative rankings of 10 world cities, as reported in the global cities index. The global cities index is scored using the criteria shown, where each category is weighted as to its importance to the overall score. G. Explain ONE way economic linkages among world cities may create risks during global financial crises.

World cities' close financial linkages mean that economic shocks (e.g., stock market crashes) in one location can be felt rapidly in other locations.

The data table shows the relative rankings of 10 world cities, as reported in the global cities index. The global cities index is scored using the criteria shown, where each category is weighted as to its importance to the overall score. B. Explain the importance of world cities as nodes in the hierarchical diffusion of a globalized culture.

World cities' leading financial status means there is a lot of capital to invest in and disseminate culture. World cities like London and Tokyo are an example of this.