IB Geography Topic G.1.2 Urban Economic Activity Patterns Revision Notes (SL/HL)

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Spatial Organization of Economic Functions

Bid Rent Model

The urban spatial pattern is shaped by the changing land value depending on its purpose and distance from the center.

Land Value Gradient: Land values and rents generally decrease as distance from the CBD increases. However, there are secondary peaks at the intersections of main roads and public transport hubs.
Economic Competition: Different commercial land users (retailing, office, etc.) compete for central locations.
Urban Structure: The model helps explain the distribution and intensity of land use within a city.

Retail and Commercial Zones

Central Business Districts (CBDs)

The CBD is the heart of a city's economic activity.
It's where you find high-order goods like luxury items and specialized services.

Example

Luxury and high-order goods' brands like Louis Vuitton and Apple often choose prime locations in CBDs to maximize visibility and sales.

Why Are CBDs So Important?

Accessibility: CBDs are well-connected by public transport, making them easy to reach.
High Land Values: Land here is expensive due to limited availability and high demand.
Diverse Services: CBDs offer a mix of retail, commercial, and entertainment options.

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Spatial Organization of Economic Functions

Bid Rent Model

The urban spatial pattern is shaped by the changing land value depending on its purpose and distance from the center.

Land Value Gradient: Land values and rents generally decrease as distance from the CBD increases. However, there are secondary peaks at the intersections of main roads and public transport hubs.
Economic Competition: Different commercial land users (retailing, office, etc.) compete for central locations.
Urban Structure: The model helps explain the distribution and intensity of land use within a city.

Retail and Commercial Zones

Central Business Districts (CBDs)

The CBD is the heart of a city's economic activity.
It's where you find high-order goods like luxury items and specialized services.

Example

Luxury and high-order goods' brands like Louis Vuitton and Apple often choose prime locations in CBDs to maximize visibility and sales.

Why Are CBDs So Important?

Accessibility: CBDs are well-connected by public transport, making them easy to reach.
High Land Values: Land here is expensive due to limited availability and high demand.
Diverse Services: CBDs offer a mix of retail, commercial, and entertainment options.

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Paywall

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1 Changing Population3 subtopics

2 Global Climate - Vulnerability and Resilience3 subtopics

3 Global Resource Consumption and Security3 subtopics

4 Power, Places and Networks (HL only)3 subtopics

5 Human Development and Diversity (HL only)3 subtopics

6 Global Risks and Resilience (HL only)3 subtopics

Option A Freshwater - Drainage Basins4 subtopics

Option B Oceans and Coastal Margins4 subtopics

Option C Extreme Environments4 subtopics

Option D Geophysical Hazards4 subtopics

Option E Leisure, Tourism and Sport4 subtopics

Option F The Geography of Food and Health4 subtopics

Option G Urban Environments5 subtopics

IB Geography G.1.2 Urban Economic Activity Patterns Notes

Spatial Organization of Economic Functions

Bid Rent Model

Retail and Commercial Zones

Central Business Districts (CBDs)

Why Are CBDs So Important?

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Spatial Organization of Economic Functions

Bid Rent Model

Retail and Commercial Zones

Central Business Districts (CBDs)

Why Are CBDs So Important?

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1 Changing Population3 subtopics

2 Global Climate - Vulnerability and Resilience3 subtopics

3 Global Resource Consumption and Security3 subtopics

4 Power, Places and Networks (HL only)3 subtopics

5 Human Development and Diversity (HL only)3 subtopics

6 Global Risks and Resilience (HL only)3 subtopics

Option A Freshwater - Drainage Basins4 subtopics

Option B Oceans and Coastal Margins4 subtopics

Option C Extreme Environments4 subtopics

Option D Geophysical Hazards4 subtopics

Option E Leisure, Tourism and Sport4 subtopics

Option F The Geography of Food and Health4 subtopics

Option G Urban Environments5 subtopics