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Difficulty: EasyPopulation Distribution, Density, and Migration in Africa

Which of the following conditions serves as a major pull factor encouraging rural-to-urban migration across African metropolitan areas such as Lagos, Cairo, and Johannesburg?

  1. Availability of diverse employment opportunities and modern social infrastructureAnswer
  2. B
    Severe soil erosion and declining crop yields in agricultural hinterlands
  3. C
    Linear alignment of farmsteads along rural transport networks and river banks
  4. D
    An increase in the ratio of non-working youth dependents relative to active workers

Answer

The availability of diverse employment opportunities and modern social infrastructure
The option citing the availability of employment opportunities and modern social infrastructure describes positive destination conditions that pull rural populations toward urban centers.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Distinguish between push and pull factors in demographic migration theory.
Push factors are negative conditions forcing people away from their origin, while pull factors are positive attractions drawing migrants to a destination.
Correctly classifying migration drivers is required to identify destination urban attractions.
2
Evaluate the options against urban destination characteristics in Africa.
African cities like Lagos, Cairo, and Johannesburg pull migrants primarily due to perceived job prospects, industries, and social amenities.
Economic advancement and urban services represent the primary positive forces pulling rural populations into major African cities.

Key Concept

Push and Pull Factors of Migration in Africa
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Population Distribution, Density, and Migration in Africa

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