Question

illustrating the uneven nature of urban growth, which cities grew and which cities lost population between 2000 and 2010?

• detroit and new orleans grew in population, while houston and phoenix last population
• detroit and new orleans lost population, while houston and phoenix grew in population
• detroit and phoenix lost population, while new orleans and houston grew in population
• detroit, houston, phoenix, and new orleans all grew in population during this time

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze urban population trends between 2000 - 2010. Detroit and New Orleans faced population decline (e.g., Detroit due to industrial decline, New Orleans due to Hurricane Katrina's aftermath), while Houston and Phoenix experienced growth (economic opportunities, migration). The option "Detroit and New Orleans lost population, while Houston and Phoenix grew in population" matches this trend.

Answer:

B. Detroit and New Orleans lost population, while Houston and Phoenix grew in population (assuming the second option is labeled B; adjust label as per original question's numbering, but the content is "Detroit and New Orleans lost population, while Houston and Phoenix grew in population")