Introduction to Geography: People, Places, and Environment, Global Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-29206-126-X
ISBN 13: 978-1-29206-126-9

Chapter 10 - Cities and Urbanization - Review and Discussion Questions - Page 436: 6

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The spatial mismatch hypothesis suggests that inner-city unemployment in the U.S. is exacerbated by the physical separation between job opportunities and the locations of unemployed residents. Lack of access to reliable transportation and the concentration of job opportunities in suburban areas can create barriers for inner-city residents to find suitable employment. The network hypothesis suggests that personal connections and social networks play a crucial role in job referrals and access to employment opportunities. If these networks are weaker in disadvantaged neighborhoods, residents may face difficulties in accessing job information and opportunities.
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