Central place theory holds that the size and spacing of urban areas is a function of
A) government planning.
B) historical development of religious centres.
C) where people go to purchase goods and services.
D) the specific types of economic activity in the overall area studied.
E) the site.

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Central place theory argues that the size and spacing of urban areas are determined by the location and distribution of goods and services that people need and want. Therefore, the best choice is C, which directly relates to the core concept of central place theory. Choices A, B, D and E are not directly related to the theory, as it focuses on economic and spatial factors.

Central Place Theory Holds That the Size and Spacing of Urban