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Urban Renewal and Gentrification · US History

Which of the following is a frequent criticism of gentrification in historical U.S. neighborhoods?

  1. It leads to a noticeable and steady decrease in the number of independent coffee shops
  2. It causes the displacement of long-term, low-income residents due to rising costs
  3. It results in existing buildings being converted into government offices
  4. It forces the city government to stop providing electricity to residents
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Correct answer: It causes the displacement of long-term, low-income residents due to rising costs

While gentrification brings physical improvements and increased tax revenue, it often prices out the original residents and small businesses. This can lead to a loss of cultural history and social fragmentation within the community.

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