Louis Wirth argued that a relatively large and permanent settlement leads to distinctive patterns of behavior which he called_______________?

Correct answer: C. urbanism

  • A. squatting
  • B. linear development
  • C. urbanism
  • D. gentrification

Explanation

Louis Wirth used urbanism to describe the distinctive social relationships and behaviour produced by a large, dense and permanent settlement. Gentrification and squatting are particular urban processes, not the general urban way of life.

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