Expansion of retailing commerce and entertainment in central areas Flashcards
1
Q
Where did the service economy originally cluster and why?
A
The sector originally clustered in central areas due to:
Large area of population
Large workforce
New technological infrastructure would develop here first
Was the most accessible point in the past.
2
Q
Why did the tertiary sector expand?
A
People have higher incomes than in the past which means they have more disposable income to spend on luxuries and services
Ageing population may be mortgage free and have more disposable income
Modern technology has created a demand for new services
Changing tastes have led to the growth of certain retail services such as coffee shops
