Deindustrialisation Case Study - Detroit

Question 1

How much did Detroit’s population decrease after 1950 and why?

Answer 1

The population decreased by 60%, due to deindustrialisation caused by growing competition from TNCs in the car production industry.

Question 2

What were the three main effects of deindustrialisation in Detroit?

Answer 2

• Increase in crime.
• Widening of the already present wealth gap.
• High rate of unemployment.

Question 3

What was the unemployment rate in Detroit after deindustrialisation took place?

Answer 3

Nearly 30%.

Question 4

How many people were homeless after deindustrialisation took place?

Answer 4

More than 15,000.

Question 5

Why do many buildings remain abandoned in Detroit?

Answer 5

Local authority cannot afford to restore or demolish many buildings.

Question 6

What is the major social problem causing by deindustrialisation in Detroit?

Answer 6

Gangs are prominent and make the streets more dangerous.

Question 7

What are the three potential solutions for regeneration in Detroit?

Answer 7

• Increased variation in industry.
• The opening of new businesses and investment in Detroit.
• Regenerating poorer areas of the city.