Question

how does urbanization typically impact population distribution? eliminates rural settlements decreases population density concentrates population in metropolitan areas reduces economic opportunities which geographical region represents the coastal plain in north america? appalachian mountains canadian shield lowland areas along the atlantic and gulf coasts rocky mountains what distinguishes a developed nation from a developing nation? * total land area military strength infrastructure complexity and economic indicators

Explanation:

1. Urbanization is the process of people moving from rural to urban areas, which typically concentrates population in metropolitan areas. It doesn't eliminate rural settlements, usually increases population - density in urban areas, and often creates more economic opportunities rather than reducing them.
2. The Coastal Plain in North America is represented by the lowland areas along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. The Appalachian Mountains, Canadian Shield, and Rocky Mountains are different geographical features.
3. Developed nations are distinguished from developing nations by infrastructure complexity and economic indicators such as GDP per capita, industrial development, and standard - of - living, rather than total land area or military strength alone.

Answer:

1. Concentrates population in metropolitan areas
2. Lowland areas along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts
3. Infrastructure complexity and economic indicators