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which of the following is a cost of urbanization?
a. job opportunities are greater in urban centers.
b. cities are hubs of entertainment and education.
c. paving over land changes the environment.
d. cities can provide a high standard of living.

Explanation:

To determine the cost of urbanization, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Greater job opportunities in urban centers are a benefit, not a cost, of urbanization.
• Option B: Cities being hubs of entertainment and education is a positive aspect (benefit) of urbanization.
• Option C: Paving over land to build infrastructure in urban areas alters the natural environment, which is a negative consequence (cost) of urbanization.
• Option D: Providing a high standard of living is a benefit of urbanization.

Answer:

C. Paving over land changes the environment.