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How Physical Geography and Natural Resources Drive Economic Activity
Evaluate how navigable rivers, deepwater ports, mineral wealth, and fertile soil determine regional economic specializations.
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Comparative Economic Systems, Resources, and Standards of Living
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Analyze traditional, market, command, and mixed economies, resource distribution, and factors that shape global standard of living.
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Learning standards covered
7.G.7.1South Dakota Social Studies Standards · All agesEvaluate how the relationship between physical and cultural characteristics of a place impacts economic activity
7.E.4.4South Dakota Social Studies Standards · All agesExplain how the availability of resources provides for or challenges human activities