Question

Since the end of World War II, manufacturing firms in the United States and in Europe have been moving farther and farther outside of central cities. At the same time, firms in finance, insurance, and other parts of the service sector have been locating near downtown areas in tall buildings.

What kinds of buildings represent substitution of capital for land?

A. Skyscrapers.

B. Government buildings.

C. Shipping facilities.

D. Factories.

Answer 1

Answer:

Letter A is correct. Skyscrapers.

Explanation:

In this matter the ideal alternative is Skyscraper.  This structure is more used for the service sector as the examples mentioned in the question: finance and insurance companies.

This strategy of locating service companies close to central areas is justified by the high concentration of the target audience of the companies, in addition to the benefit of the skyscrapers being made on a small part of the land and can accommodate many people.