4.1 People living in large urban settlements experience various problems on a daily basis - NSC Geography - Question 4 - 2016 - Paper 1
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4.1 People living in large urban settlements experience various problems on a daily basis.
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Worked Solution & Example Answer:4.1 People living in large urban settlements experience various problems on a daily basis - NSC Geography - Question 4 - 2016 - Paper 1
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4.1.1 Traffic congestion is characteristic of the (rural-urban fringe/CBD).
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The correct answer is CBD, as the Central Business District is typically the hub of economic activity leading to higher traffic congestion.
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4.1.2 Noise pollution is intensified in the (light/heavy) industrial zone.
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The correct answer is heavy, because heavy industries often produce significant noise due to machinery and operations.
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4.1.3 Overcrowding is a result of urban (growth/expansion).
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The correct answer is growth, as urban growth refers to the increasing population and density in urban areas.
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4.1.4 In South Africa informal settlements are commonly found in the city centre/(on the outskirts of cities).
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The correct answer is on the outskirts of cities, where urban sprawl allows for informal settlements to develop.
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4.1.5 Traffic congestion in large urban settlements may be solved by increasing the number of (one-way streets/traffic lights).
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The correct answer is traffic lights, which regulate and optimize the flow of vehicles at intersections.
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4.1.6 Air pollution in a city may be reduced by developing more (green belts/industrial parks).
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The correct answer is green belts, as they help absorb pollutants and improve air quality.
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4.1.7 The increasing demand for services and infrastructure is the greatest in (informal settlements/high-income residential areas).
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The correct answer is informal settlements, as these areas often lack basic services and infrastructure requiring immediate attention.
