An example of the interaction between micro and macro factors that influence migration is a family that moves from:
A) Liberia to escape the civil war to Minneapolis, Minnesota, because they can work at a family business
B) England to New York City because of the mother's job transfer
C) Texas to Miami to be closer to Cuban culture
D) California to Texas and then to Oklahoma for work

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In this example, the micro factor of family ties and a family business influence the decision to migrate from Liberia to Minneapolis, while the macro factor of civil war in Liberia drives the need to escape and seek a safer place to live. This illustrates how both personal and external factors can impact migration decisions.

An Example of the Interaction Between Micro and Macro Factors